The best co ords for easy, breezy summer style
Promising no-fuss impact, matching sets are the last word in effortless chic
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The late Queen Elizabeth II was a huge fan of co ords. And, while I’m not recommending a nonagenarian head of state should be your number one style icon, I reckon she was on to something. Common wisdom has it that the Queen’s preference for bright, matching dresses and coats helped her stand out in a crowd (important when hundreds of loyal subjects tend to follow in your wake) but I like to think there’s another reason Her Maj was partial to the look: co ords are just so easy.
Rendered in block colours or playful prints, pull on a matching set and you instantly have effortless impact. A look that feels put together but requires none of the thought. Hardly surprising, then, that they’re one of the major trends that rolls around the second the sun pops out from behind the clouds each spring – which means you’re spoiled for choice.
Beach day? A linen shirt and shorts equals envy-inducing casual cool. Garden party? A broderie anglaise blouse and floaty skirt is just the ticket. There are even tailored options to take your new low-stress, high-reward style to the office. Here are the best women’s co ords for summer 2026.
Black co ords
‘All black everything’ is a tried and tested style mantra – and the perfect way to dip a toe into the world of co ords. Loretta Caponi’s delicate lace-trimmed cami top and trousers are feminine but versatile; wear with sandals, trainers or heeled mules as the occasion requires. Suzie Kondi, meanwhile, pairs staple linen shorts with a boxy cropped top primed for cool, casual summer style.
White co ords
Nothing sets off a holiday glow better than a white outfit. Even if yours came from a bottle, rather than the beaches of St Tropez, invest in a white co ord and you’ll never be wanting for something to wear this summer. Self-Portrait’s sequined crocheted mini skirt and cropped shirt bring a preppy Nineties vibe to Saturday brunch, while Malina's feminine broderie anglaise maxi skirt and matching blouse have 'Riviera strolls' written all over them.
Bright co ords
You’ve been huddled under practical black and navy overcoats all winter. But now the sun is out and it’s time to let loose in vibrant hues designed to turn heads. While bold colours may seem a little daunting at first, both Andres Otalora and Veronica Beard prove that head-to-toe block shades are actually the easiest way to work colour into your wardrobe with their gorgeous linen sets.
Printed co ords
While printed co ords may seem better suited for Mediterranean beaches than the sticky Central Line, find yourself on a rooftop terrace sipping an ice-cold glass of rosé and you’ll wonder why you ever doubted your sartorial decision. Faithfull's breezy striped linen set works brilliantly when worn together or mixed and matched with plain colours, while Gabriela Hearst's floral-print co ord is an ideal option for summer weddings in the countryside.
Pastel co ords
Dôen's lace-trimmed blouse and mini skirt combo is effortlessly elegant in a subtle buttery yellow while Zimmermann's ruffled set is fun and flirty in a pretty pop of pink. Buy both so you’ll have something for every mood, event and occasion.
