If in doubt on how to update your everyday wardrobe for warmer weather, we have a simple and oh-so-effective instant win. It’s an obvious one, really, the sort of thing you see everywhere without noticing it, but when you do, you wonder why you hadn’t thought of it before as the easiest way to give life to the rest of your wardrobe. And it’s cotton poplin stripes – as shorts, a shirt, a shirt dress or this gorgeously easy skirt from Boden.
If you’re thinking, ‘what’s poplin?’ – wonder no further. It’s typically a pure cotton, (but can be silk or wool) fabric that has fine ribs to give a subtly corded texture. It’s strong without being heavy, hardwearing and when made from cotton, is the answer to breezy, effortless, cooling summer style.
We love Boden’s poplin maxi skirt because it’s full volume, cinched at the waist and has deep pockets, and honestly, if it doesn’t have a pocket, it’s not getting into our edit. Style with sandals and airy blouses for a stroll to your local park or elevate with ease by adding sparkling gold heels and a silk camisole for a summer’s evening event.
We’ve found you the best cotton poplin pieces in sweet-shop shades of pink, yellow, orange, pistachio and blue. Think Ralph Lauren prep meets playful summer styling.
Available in kingfisher-blue, rich emerald or even striped floral, Boden’s £120 skirt is a brilliant summer wardrobe foundation. Trust us, this skirt is worth it.
Here are a few more favourite striped poplins we’ve spied across the high street:
Oversized Striped Poplin Shirt
