Florrie Alexander
At the beginning of a season, it's easy to get carried away with new-in high street purchases and refreshing our plain basics. For me, though, I seem to automatically switch gear into luxury shopping stealth mode. That's not to say I go splashing the cash on the latest It buys; I just try to take a pause at this point in the year to really think about what I want my hard-earned money to go on. Otherwise, before I know it, I will have spent more than I'd like to across the high street without really making any smart, long-term purchases.
These days, it's more important than ever to evaluate the long-term value and use of anything you're going to slap some cash down for—whether it's £35 or £3.5K. This is certainly a moment when it doesn't pay to buy endless amounts of trend-hitting items that provide only one season's wear, or to impulse-snag something cheaply just because you "don't have anything to wear" on a Friday night. We're all guilty of staring into our packed-out closets like they're an empty abyss, but there's probably always something you can re-style in one way or another—I guarantee it.
The one thing that I do find elevates all my existing outfits is the addition of a beautiful investment piece that I can cherish. One that I truly enjoy pulling out season after season. So, if your collection is missing a classic designer item or two as we move through 2025, this is where my luxury shopping edit will come in. I've compiled an edit of items that are defining the world of luxury for spring/summer 2025 for you to choose from. Nothing here is a fad; instead, you'll find a honed list of evergreen items that will add a serious touch of luxury to your life for many years to come. From the ultimate handbags, to top-quality tailoring and and the jewellery pieces fashion people are all dreaming about right now.
This list is luxury at it's finest, and even just one of these items woven into your everyday jeans and T-shirt outfits will transform your look into something that feels incredibly elevated and polished. So, keep scrolling to see this month's most special items that scream peak luxury...
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There's no doubt in my mind that these will be the It sandal of summer 2025 from The Row. This two tone pair, along with the beige and plain black iterations have already been spotted on A-Listers everywhere, from Hailey Bieber to the Olsen twins themselves. The street style set have also marked a simple thong slip-on as the sandal shape to be seen in, wearing them with jeans, dresses and even smart tailoring Honestly, it's a miracle this pair are still in stock (they've just had a fresh restock on Net-A-Porter) and I'm sure it won't be long until they're impossible to get your hands on.
Anthony Vaccarello's SS25 collection for Saint Laurent was, for many, the absolute highlight of the season. It was dominated by masculine suiting complete with ties that would have Patrick Bateman salivating, but it was the leather bomber jackets thrown over the top that were the talk of the town (and set the wheels in motion for leather bombers to be a key trend of the season). Now the jackets are available to buy, and while they're certainly a big investment, a style like this is sure to become an iconic archival piece.
Aviator sunglasses have really come back into favour this year, with styles from Chloé, Tom Ford and Bottega Veneta top of everyone's wish lists. The gold 'sardine' glasses arms are a really luxurious touch here.
Doen's blouses are the ultimate summer buy, hands down.
PSA! Prada's brand new Galleria totes have arrived, and while the cow print version worn by Kendall Jenner in the brand's new campaign (which we're predicting will go absolutely viral among fashion people) hasn't hit the UK website yet, I can't stop dreaming about this zebra/dalmation print style which is miraculously still in stock. Cruella de Vil eat your heart out.
This feels quite feminine and pretty from The Row who usually specialise in androgynous tailoring, but there's certainly no less cool factor. Pair it wish a cashmere knit or simple tank top.
Love them or hate them, LV's sneakerinas are already being seen on seriously stylish people from New York to London this summer.
An all time bestseller, these are the perfect summer jeans IMO, because they are slightly cropped so look brilliant with a bare ankle and a gorgeous pair of sandals.
Simply stunning, and completely timeless.
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Perfection in backpack form.
So elegant.
A truly timeless investment piece, to set off all your summer looks.
I can't resist the lace detailing here.
A beautiful elevated basket bag is key to a polished, luxurious summer look. This is my pick for 2025.
This is a dress you'll wear on repeat for years.
My top tip for making any outfit look expensive in summer? Cream trousers. These are the ones I'm recommending to friends right now.
You can completely customise your own Le Pliage bag, meaning you'll never mistakenly switch luggage with a stranger again.
Deiji's two-piece now comes in this irresistable butter yellow.
For the person who truly has everything, Celine's new line of exercise accessories is the most luxurious answer.
It's truly a miracle that there's one of these bags left in stock. Go, go, go!
Add gloss to all your summer outfits with ease by adding these.
I adore the stone embellishment on these minimalist sandals.
I can so see Kendall Jenner wearing this on her next vacay.
If you buy one pair of earrings for summer, make it these.
If the contents of your suitcase are extremely chic, they deserve to be carried in style.
A true summer beauty.
These incredibly comfy sandals are a runaway hit with our team.
A super chic day to night summer outfit.
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