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It's one of summer's style staples, and Aine Toner has picked a sartorial collection
It's one of summer's style staples, and Aine Toner has picked a sartorial collection
Floral, £45, Monsoon
Denim, £15, Peacocks
Linen, £49, John Lewis
Printed, £60, Oliver Bonas
Black, £14, Matalan
Printed, £89, Cape Cove
Belted, £16, Tu Clothing
Printed, £40, Lipsy
Denim, £18, Tu Clothing
Cream, £14, George at Asda
Stripey, £50, Oliver Bonas
White denim, £15, Peacocks
Banana print, £39, River Island
Stripe, £24, Roman Originals
Shell print, £28, Michelle Keegan at Very
Belted, £36, River Island
Denim, £29.99, New Look
Scalloped edge, £19.99, New Look
Belted, £20, Savida at Dunnes Stores
Denim, £16, George at Asda
Cream, £22 Roman Originals

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