Beat beach bums to the tropical punch by scooping up swimwear essentials while the selection - and size range - is still large. Floral prints, polka dots, checks and solids are all hot summer options, but be sure to take shelter in one of the season's chic cover-ups: ponchos, sundresses, loose-knit jumpers, even a fun umbrella.
Orchid-print bikini ($3,050) from Celine, The Landmark, Central. Umbrella and sunglasses from Chanel. Leather hobo bag ($11,340) from Bottega Veneta, Lee Gardens Two. Leather bracelet ($1,400) from Hermes. Friendship bracelets, stylist's own.
Bandana poncho ($6,400), bikini ($2,910) and bamboo bangle watch ($4,980) from Gucci.
Cotton sailor's sweater ($2,900) from Jean Paul Gaultier, Lee Gardens Two, Causeway Bay. Bandeau top ($1,400) from Hermes, The Galleria, Central. Checked bikini bottoms ($2,050) from Prada, Chater House, Central. Bangle watch from Gucci, Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.
Tiered polka-dot sundress ($2,150) by Tsesay from Tse, Alexandra House, Central. Printed bikini top and beach bag from Chanel. Bell sandals ($5,650) from Christian Dior, One Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.
PHOTOGRAPHER JOHN PAUL PIETRUS
STYLIST TIM LIM