Summer Fashion - Loose Layers and Bold Hues

Loose layers and bold hues are perfect for balmy days and nights, says Jane Ramsay

A striking jersey dress by Betty Barclay is anything but plain. Giant flowers in explosive shades of red, pink and yellow are broken up by white stripes, £115 from The Old Post Office (Image: Archant)

This season it's all about synthetic pastels; shades of aqua, turquoise, vanilla and buttercup are defining the look at Luisa Cerano, jacket made of finely woven viscose, dress in camouflage jacquard by Luisa Cerano, price on request at Helen Sykes Fashions (Image: Archant)

Buttercup dress by Luisa Cerano from Helen Sykes Fashions (Image: Archant)

Coral pink and black scarf by Luisa Cerano from Helen Sykes Fashions (Image: Archant)

A neutral pastel belt will tie your look together; belt by Luisa Cerano from Helen Sykes Fashions (Image: Archant)

An easy to wear maxi dress from Danish label Culture. Team with brightly coloured flip flops or wedges and an arm full of bangles, £60 from Kenzi (Image: Archant)

Pako Litto large loop, throw-over knit is a stylish summer accessory. Wear over a bikini or a vest top for a cool layered look, £60 from Kenzi (Image: Archant)

Burras embroidered blouson; a beautifully embellished top with button-back keyhole detail and hand-embroidery. Crafted in India from pure cotton for the ultimate lightweight summer top, £67.50 from Celtic & Co (Image: Archant)

Pink and blue leather beach sandals £45 from Crew Clothing (Image: Archant)