The Long Weekend… Summer styles from Monsoon, Marks and Spencer and River Island

weekend getaway style ideas

What to pack for a stylish weekend away (Image: SAT MAG)

Heading for sunnier climes or a country get away this Bank Holiday?

Then invest in some super stylish pieces for the long weekend ahead.

From perfect cabin bags to chic summer dresses, we’ve searched the high street for the best late summer buys.

Make the most of the end of the summer and do so in style.

Model with carry on suitcase in jacket

Update your cabin bag (Image: SAT MAG)

Planning a getaway? Make sure to invest in a stylish cabin bag to make those short trips chic and easy.

We love this camel, four wheel suitcase from River Island, a great in flight bag but perfect for weekends in the country too.

The camel colour is bang on trend for next season, ensuring you will look first class.

Carry on the taupe trend and swap out your jeans for chinos for a smarter way to do dressed down chic.

We’ve paired ours with a Chanel inspired tweed blazer in pastel hues to carry on the summer vibes.

Model wears: Jacket, £70; suitcase, £95, both River Island. Top, £12.99; belted trousers, £22.99, both New Look. Shoes, £110, Phase Eight. Necklace, £89, Astra. Ring, £99, Clogau

Model wearing pink cashmere cardigan

Take this look from late summer into autumn (Image: SAT MAG)

Summer cashmere is very much on our shopping list.

This light weight knitted cardigan from Marks and Spencer is super soft and this gorgeous rose hue is bound to brighten up any hazy day and as it is cashmere it can be worn right into the winter making this a great staple purchase.

We’ve teamed it with an embellished mini skirt from River Island and a small block heel, perfect for a long lazy lunch.

Model wears: Cardigan, £85, Marks & Spencer. Skirt, £35, River Island. Shoes, £22.99, New Look. Bag, £70, Dune London

model wearing printed summer dress

Don’t forget to wear those printed summer dresses before it’s too late (Image: SAT MAG)

With winter just around the corner make sure to take full advantage of the current summer dress weather.

We’ve fallen in love with the magical prints from the brand, Emily and Fin.

This stunning print in muted pastel hues really evokes that holiday feeling and is the perfect accompaniment to any weekend away.

Dress it down with sandals or smarten it up for the evening with a pair of tonal cork wedges.

Model wears: Dress, £79, Emily and Fin. Shoes, £69, Office. Necklace, £89, Astra

model wearing Topshop printed dress

This dress has been a summer hit for Topshop (Image: SAT MAG)

You may recognise this dress as Topshop’s hit style of the summer.

This silhouette has been a real winner for Topshop this season and this dress has been reproduced in a multitude of colours and prints.

This pretty pale blue version with abstract floral design is great for an end of summer wedding too.

Pick up one of the colours in the dress as an accent hue for your accessories.

Model wears: Maxi dress, £65, Topshop. Shoes, £75, Aldo. Necklace, £89.99, Astra

model wearing red jumpsuit

Make a jumpsuit your go to look for easy day wear (Image: SAT MAG)

The jumpsuit has become a shape and style for all ages.

This gorgeous bold red jumpsuit would also look great layered over a bretton stripe tee, meaning it will still look hot as temperatures cool.

We’ve added a pair of neutral hued flatform sandals, but don’t be scared to try dressing this jumpsuit up with a pair of heels and a statement belt to take this jumpsuit from day to night.

Model wears: Jumpsuit, £29.99, New Look. Shoes, £80, Dune London. Necklace, £89, Astra. Ring, £99, Clogau

model wearing chambray dress

Layer this dress over a tee or under a cardigan for versatility (Image: SAT MAG)

Button through styles have had a definite resurgence this summer.

This gorgeous chambray blue dress from Pull and Bear is once again a perfect layering piece.

Wear over a tee or under a cardigan to make this soft summer style last into autumn.

Model wears: Dress, £30; shoes, £25.99, both Pull&Bear. Necklace, £89, Astra. Rings, from £99 each; bracelet, £99, all Clogau

model wearing red coat

Go nautical with this handy rain mac and striped trouser (Image: SAT MAG)

No British bank holiday is complete without the threat of rain, so make sure you have a shower proof jacket to hand.

We love this bold red light weight trench from Marks and Spencer, easy to pack and not too warm.

Wear over navy and white stripes to perfectly channel the nautical trend.

Add some white heels for an altogether stylishly sailor inspired look.

Model wears: Coat, £45; top, £25, both Marks & Spencer. Trousers, £49, Monsoon. Shoes, £69, Office. Necklace, £89, Astra

model wearing sundress

Try this off the shoulder dress from Monsoon to celebrate the end of the summer (Image: SAT MAG)

But while we are planning for rain, we are definitely still hoping for picnic weather.

Why not treat yourself to this super cute broderie anglaise, navy dress from Monsoon.

The off the shoulder frill detailing and white trim has all the riviera vibes we are dreaming of.

The perfect wardrobe for the long weekend.

Model wears: Dress, £69, Monsoon. Shoes, £69, Office. Necklaces, £89 each, Astra. Bag, £80, Dune London

Credits:

Stylist: Rivkie Baum Photographer: Clive Shalice Hair and make-up: Lauren Kay using Lord & Berry and Less is More hair Fashion Assistant: Jessica Evans Model: Michelle at Nevs

Location: Champneys spa days start at £89 and overnight breaks from £142.50. Champneys has four spa resorts: Tring (Hertfordshire), Henlow (Bedfordshire), Springs (Leicestershire) and Forest Mere (Hampshire), as well as Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa in Kent. To book, visit champneys.com.

STOCKISTS Aldo aldoshoes.com ✉

Astra astrajewellery.com ✉

Clogau 08456068877, clogau.co.uk ✉

Dune London 0333240 7306, dunelondon.com ✉

Emily and Fin 020 7812 9992, emilyandfin.co.uk ✉

Marks & Spencer 0333 014 8000, marksandspencer.com ✉

Monsoon 020 3372 3052, monsoon.co.uk ✉

New Look 0344 499 6690, newlook.com ✉

Office 0330 100 1906, office.co.uk ✉

Phase Eight 020 8877 4001, phase-eight.com ✉

Pull&Bear 0800 015 9735, pullandbear.com ✉

River Island 0344 576 6444, riverisland.com ✉