Sheerluxe August Top Ten
Sheerluxe August Top Ten

This month Georgie Coleridge Cole, editor of SheerLuxe.com , the definitive guide to the finest in online shopping, has selected ten kaftans that will carry you from beach to bar in style.

Georgie says "Being ultra versatile, easy to pack and cool to wear, a kaftan is the summer staple. Throw over swimwear for lunch by the pool or team with white jeans a la Liz, and statement earrings for instant evening glamour."

Artigiano Plain Georgette Kaftan, £49

1. Artigiano Plain Georgette Kaftan, £49
Artigiano makes stylish Italian clothing with affordable price tags. This sheer, floaty kaftan with a deep neckline is no exception.

Papillon Bleu Selina Kaftan, £154

2. Papillon Bleu Selina Kaftan, £154
This beautiful hand embroidered kaftan with silver sequins is in the most delicate of mint green silks, is simply perfect to offset a golden tan.

Melissa Odabash Connie, £169

3. Melissa Odabash Connie, £169
This white poncho style kaftan is ultra easy to throw on and with its contrasting crochet patterned panels it looks ultra cool too.

Cia Maritima Bamboo Tunic, £105

4. Cia Maritima Bamboo Tunic, £105
Cia Maritima is the largest beachwear company in Latin America and it's easy to see why. Their striking Bamboo Tunic is high up wish list this summer.

Elizabeth Hurley Beach Tiger Kaftan, £205

5. Elizabeth Hurley Beach Tiger Kaftan, £205
If you've always fancied a bit of animal print but never quite known how to wear it, then note that teamed with a tan is the very best way. Add white trousers and a gold hoops to complete the look.

Papillon Bleu Hibiscus Kaftan, £154

6. Papillon Bleu Hibiscus Kaftan, £154
This silk Hibiscus Kaftan is terribly pretty – worn with a white bikini or one piece, you'll be the envy of everyone poolside this summer.

Letarte Seahorse Kaftan, £92

7. Letarte Seahorse Kaftan, £92
We love the seahorse print on this cool, woven cotton kaftan. Its' ruffled sleeved make the perfect finishing touch.

Heidi Klein Pamela Kaftan, £225

8. Heidi Klein Pamela Kaftan, £225
This silk kaftan with mirror detail around the edges is limited edition so get your hands on one quick

StarBlu St Bart's Silk Kaftan, £65

9. StarBlu St Bart's Silk Kaftan, £65
Thanks to Miratex...a fabric with 3 times as much Lycra as other swimsuits, Miraclesuit claims their swimsuits will make you look 10 pounds lighter in 10 seconds... This swimsuit from their range is pretty and flattering, drawing attention to the bust and away from the stomach.

The White Company Broderie Tunic, £50

10. The White Company Broderie Tunic, £50
If you favour something simple then it doesn't get much better than this white Broderie Tunic. Light, cool and versatile, it's a summer season must have.

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