24 Pretty Tops I'm Eyeing for Summer

Dressing for summer and dressing for a holiday are two very different things, something I've become more acutely aware of over the last couple of years having not stepped foot on a plane to jet off somewhere exotic. Instead, many of us found ourselves embarking on beautiful staycations across the country for our summer vacays. Still, anyone who lives in Britain knows that the weather can change in a heartbeat, and temperatures don't quite reach the sort of highs that call for sarongs and swimwear. So when we talk about dressing for a summer mainly spent outdoors on Blighty, we need to be realistic when planning our outfits. Handily, there's one classic pairing that always works.

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Broderie tops always look so pretty. 

Jeans will still play an integral part in our summer wardrobes (especially if you live north of the border like I do). And we all know the staple that goes best with a pair of jeans is a pretty top. So with summer on the fast approach, I've taken it upon myself to find the very best summer tops for women, making for an easy accompaniment to jeans. 

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Can you believe Léna made this top herself? Where do I order? 

Simple to master, jeans and a nice top is a look that works for just about every summer outing, be it a picnic in the park, sipping on a cold one in your local beer garden with friends, or dining at a low-key restaurant. And right now, there's an influx of feel-good, statement, and downright beautiful summer tops to choose from. 

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Cool prints in clashing colours scream "summer”. 

Whether you're a minimalist looking for an exciting take on the tank top or a maximalist whose motto is "more is more," scroll below to see my pick of the prettiest summer tops for women. 

SHOP CHIC SUMMER TOPS FOR WOMEN

Next Up: If You're Going to a Restaurant, Here Are Some A+ Outfit Ideas

This post was originally published at an earlier time and has since been updated. 

Maxine Eggenberger
Deputy Editor

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over thirteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content specifically for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their SEO strategy and keyword planning, works closely with the beauty team on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media, including her own Who What Wear UK TikTok franchise, French Style Fridays. Previously, Maxine appeared on ITV's This Morning in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.

Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship at Look magazine, she was offered a position on the brand's fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. Her passion and natural talent for writing and styling meant she swiftly rose through the ranks to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion and beauty writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief, overseeing both print and digital, before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine is based remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh where she spends her downtime renovating her house, walking her dogs, hosting friends and trying to master the art of making Old Fashioned cocktails.