Easy Wear for Summer Adventures

22nd July 2025

Casual Summer Outfits

While we always picture summer as roasting hot, playing with the grandkids in the paddling pool and wearing barely-there summer clothes to stay cool, let’s be realistic… Our British summer can often be a washout, leading us to rethink our whole summer wardrobe.

That’s why our women’s summer clothing collection prepares for this (often too real) scenario with effortless looks for all summer occasions - designed for the modern woman who moves through life in style.

Whether it’s playdates with the grandkids, staying cool at the airport or simply lounging around the house, your clothes need to prioritise confidence and feeling comfortable.

Ready to find ladies’ summer holiday clothes that’ll leave you oozing with confidence? We’ve put the spotlight on some versatile wardrobe heroes for when summer isn’t summer-ing - from striped shirts and sweatshirts, to bombers, jumpers, gilets and more. Let’s dive right into it.

Pull-On Trousers - Lightweight & Travel-Ready

Flat Front Tapered Linen Trousers - £20

Up first, our tapered linen trousers - perfect for relaxed travelwear, or days out with the family.

Whether you choose our stunning tapered trousers (as featured above in ivory colour) or you opt for our wide-leg trousers, either choice provides stretchy waistbands and relaxed cuts, designed for easy movement.

Imagine garden centre strolls or sightseeing on day trips out and about, relaxed in the knowledge that you feel comfortable, cool and on-trend.

With breathable fabrics tailored for effortless looks, choose from a range of colours and prints - perfect for suiting your energy and style.

Styling tips:

Shoes: For days that involve lots of walking (or chasing after your grandkids), comfortable trainers are a must. Yet, for a relaxed afternoon at a family BBQ, you could pop on a pair of slide-on sandals.
Top: Let these trousers do the talking - pair with a simple t-shirt to sport an effortlessly casual style. (Top tip: we think white t-shirts are the best choice for summer!)
Jacket: For breezier days, throw on a lightweight shirt over your tee for an ultimate put-together style.
Accessories: These trousers are the main event, so we’d suggest keeping accessories to a minimum - dainty bracelets, casual studs and, of course, your sunnies.

Easy Tops - Pair with Anything

Stripe Print Drop Shoulder Sweatshirt - £20

Meet our stripy shoulder sweatshirt - featuring a drop shoulder design and long sleeves, this lightweight top is ideal for breezier days out.

Choose between our stripy tops (as featured above) or our scuba tops, leaving you feeling comfortable, confident and your best self with a sweatshirt that does the work for you.

Whether you're layering up for a weekend adventure or keeping it casual on the go, this versatile piece blends comfort with effortless style. Crafted to flatter every shape, it’s your go-to for everyday ease with a standout twist.

Styling tips:

Bottoms: Choose to style with trousers or jeans for breezier days (perfect for coastal strolls when the wind picks up) or pop on a pair of shorts to embrace the warmer temps.
Shoes: When paired with shorts, slide-on sandals or flip-flops look great with this top, perfect for walking along the seafront with the family.
Jacket: And the best bit? In the warmer seasons, this top is the jacket. No need to worry about feeling a chill with its long sleeves, which, equally, can be rolled up to enjoy the sunshine.
Accessories: Don’t forget your sunhat for days out at the beach or lounging in the garden! For jewellery, the high round neckline lends itself beautifully to a teardrop necklace.

Sweatshirts & Jumpers - Cosy Yet Cool

V-Neck Contrast Jumper - £22

And for when summer starts creeping into autumn? Or perhaps those unpredictably cool days? We have the perfect thing - enter, our V-neck contrast jumper.

Designed with soft-touch fabric, this jumper is ideal for cooler evenings and chillier days, creating a relaxed, flattering silhouette.

Keep a vest or cami top nestled underneath so you can peel it off if the temperatures rise, while feeling confident, put-together and on-style for any occasion this season.

Styling tips:

Shoes: A pair of loafers, or boat shoes, would complement this outfit perfectly, and work as a smart transition from summer to autumn wear.
Trousers: Keeping it casual and effortless, pair this jumper with our side detail wide leg trousers, as the detailed stripes on both items beautifully complement one another.
Jacket: Again, there’s no need for a jacket in the warmer-into-cooler months - this jumper does it all. And remember, by wearing light layers underneath, you can peel it off if the sun pokes its head out.
Accessories: The V-neckline is begging for a necklace to complete the outfit - we’d suggest a chunky teardrop necklace. Pair with simple earrings for an effortless style.

Bombers & Gilets - A Sporty-Chic Essential

Zip Through Bomber Jacket - £22

Looking for a lightweight, stylish jacket to throw on over your summer outfit? Our zip-up bomber jacket is an essential for summer-to-autumn transitions.

Adding structure to more casual outfits, our bombers are light enough for summer layering but keep you cosy. Bombers are the perfect choice for airport travelling (when the plane’s air con may be slightly too high!).

Choose between our bombers and sleeveless gilets, designed with padded options for layering without overheating.

Styling tips:

Shoes: Continuing the casual, laidback look, comfortable trainers are a go-to for this outfit, while slide-on sandals can also make an appearance when the sun is out.
Top: A stylish t-shirt is the ultimate accompaniment for a bomber - peel off when things get toasty and tie around your waist, or unzip to show your tee underneath.
Trousers: We think zip-up styles pair perfectly with jeans - pop on a pair of your favourite denims to keep the chill at bay while feeling effortlessly on-trend.
Accessories: And the perfect cherry on top of your outfit? A cross-body bag to stash some sun cream, sunnies and important bits.

Style Tips for Summer on the Go

Summer on the go has never been easier when you have staple pieces as your base.

We’d recommend using a capsule wardrobe approach - a collection of versatile items that can be mixed and matched to create a bunch of outfits for different occasions.

So, with your tapered trousers, stripy tops, sweatshirts and bombers in tow, the rest is easy - use these items as your foundation, and build your outfit around them.

Our final tips:

Layering is life: Choose two or three layering pieces for weather that doesn’t quite know what it’s doing! The weather can change, and you can, too, with versatile layers.
Keep it wrinkle-free: If you’re travelling - whether it’s abroad to sunny cities or a coastal staycation - opt for wrinkle-resistant fabrics, such as polyester blends, nylon, elastane and denim.
Accessories are everything: Whether it’s a crossbody bag, a casual tote or a sunhat for beach days, accessories instantly elevate the outfit for a fashionable, polished style.

Casual wardrobe trousers, top and jacket

Shop Bonmarché’s Summer Wear

So, there you have it - your easy wear for summer adventures is officially sorted.

Not only are your summer-to-autumn transitions covered, but we’ve also prepped you for styling in breezier temperatures during the warmer months. Because, who can ever really predict what a British summer has in store for us?

Looking for more stylish holiday clothes to sport this year? Our collection of women’s summer clothing has everything you need to feel comfortable, cool and your most confident self this season.