Summer dressing feels like poetry in motion — effortless, soulful and touched by a sense of wonder. This season, inspired by dreamy weekends by the coast, summer prep styles invite us to imagine more than just a destination; they celebrate a state of mind.
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In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Ashita Fernandes, Founder and Designer at Dubai-based luxury brand Ashita Fernandes, shared, “Think lightweight fabrics that breathe life into every step — soft linens, whispering cottons and airy textures that float with the breeze. The silhouettes are relaxed yet purposeful: free-flowing dresses, oversized shirts, fluid jumpsuits and effortless sets that feel like second skin.”
She revealed, “The palette mirrors nature’s gentle side — sun-faded pastels, sandy neutrals, ocean blues and delicate nautical stripes — each hue capturing a memory of the sea, the sky and golden sunlight.”
Accessories are quiet storytellers in this journey. Ashita Fernandes suggested, “Handwoven bags, delicate layered jewellery, minimal sandals and sun-kissed scarves complete the narrative, adding touches of nostalgia without ever feeling forced. Every detail feels curated to stir the senses — reminding us of barefoot walks, laughter in the breeze and the slow art of savouring summer.”
{{/usCountry}}Accessories are quiet storytellers in this journey. Ashita Fernandes suggested, “Handwoven bags, delicate layered jewellery, minimal sandals and sun-kissed scarves complete the narrative, adding touches of nostalgia without ever feeling forced. Every detail feels curated to stir the senses — reminding us of barefoot walks, laughter in the breeze and the slow art of savouring summer.”
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Yet, this style transcends seasons and locations. It is not limited to the coastline — it is for any place where you seek freedom, ease and a hint of adventure. Ashita Fernandes said, “Whether wandering through city streets, gathering under starlit skies, or simply finding stillness in everyday moments, summer prep dressing encourages you to carry that sense of wonder everywhere. This isn’t just fashion. It’s a feeling — of movement, of softness, of living deliberately and beautifully.”
The fashion expert concluded, “It’s about pieces that evolve with you, layering stories of places you’ve been and dreams you’re yet to chase. This summer, style isn’t loud; it’s lyrical. It’s about choosing clothes that breathe, move, and remind you that life — like fashion — is at its most beautiful when lived lightly, passionately, and with an open heart.”
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