French Connection

May 1, 2009. Written By Catherine McColl
Every season French Connection brings us key pieces that we can't live without, here's our top picks from their Spring/Summer range

French Connection may have found high street notoriety in the ‘90s with their FCUK emblazoned tee’s, but after a decade I think it’s time to forgive and forget. I’d be happy to forget if I could be forgiven for the ‘FCUK SAYS RELAX’ vest top I wore as a reckless teenager.

In the ensuing decade French Connection have earned their fashion stripes, and are now producing fashion staples that are marking them as a high street favourite. Known for producing the prettiest of party dresses, their s/s 09 dresses range from crochet classics to nautical beauties. With fashion forward denim as well as graphic print leggings, French Connection is firing on all cylinders and is definitely the one stop shop for your summer look.

Plus, the model fronting their current campaign is a total babe. Her luscious lips are plastered across billboards and it’s only a matter of time before they begin driving motorists to distraction as well as into the nearest French Connection. These our faves from the latest collection:

 

 

How can you not love this kaftan style dress? It is quite possibly this summer’s must have. We’ve even spotted it on stylist supremo Louise Roe. Wear with gladiator sandals during the day and pair with vertigo platforms in the evening. Team with big bangles and ethnic earrings. Summer time perfection.
 
Finding the perfect pair of shorts is a tough challenge, that was until we spotted these beauties. We are loving these, you can wear them in the city and look chic, or out in the evening. Team with stacked wedges and belted waistcoat to pay homage to the explorer trend.
 

We adore this fishy print dress. It is the perfect summer throw on and go. Pair with denim shorts and tan sandals to hit the beach with style. The colour certainly flatters a tan, plus it’s also great over swimsuits when you’re pool lounging and with city shorts for evening adventures.

4. Penelope sandal, £40

Who said that flats can’t be sexy? This metallic wrap around sandals are toughened up with sexy studs yet are surprisingly feminine. These sandals will be your summer hero, seeing you from pool to bar and back again. Just don’t forget the pedicure!

 5. Wood box clutch, £65

Is it wrong to be totally infatuated with a bag? Well we are with this one. Oh the lines, oh the fact that it’s a clutch, oh the wood. Yes this bag is a dream come true. It makes a statement without being OTT and is a keeper. But hurry people because it’s limited edition.
 
Have you been searching for the perfect beach cover up? Well the search is over. This dress is perfect for throwing on over your bikini and heading down for brunch. Team with a straw trilby and oversized sunnies for the chicest beach look around.

 

 

 

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Catherine McColl

Is a freelance journalist, she loves all things ghostly, supernatural and a little odd including Russell Brand.

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