'I'm a shopping writer and Abercrombie's Wimbledon-ready set is my payday pick'
Payday has finally arrived after what seems like an eternity, and if you're anything like me, you've mentally spent half your wage already. However, this year I'm committed to shopping more mindfully and avoiding the over-purchase of items I'll only wear or use once. So, I'm restricting myself to just one treat (perhaps two) per month.
Part of my role involves browsing through new-in sections, so I have a good idea of what's available this month. One co-ord, in particular, caught my eye for June's payday treat. And it's come just in time for the start of Wimbledon.
The matching set in question is Abercrombie's strawberry print waistcoat and skort. The set is comprised of the Linen-Blend High-Neck Vest, priced at £60, and the Tailored Linen-Blend Mini Skort, priced at £52.
Whether you're sitting courtside at Wimbledon, heading to a picnic in the park or strolling around cobbled streets on holiday, this linen blend set is ideal for warmer weather. Linen has a natural breathability, as well as moisture-wicking properties, making it the perfect fabric choice for the summertime.
I've had a few other new-ins on my radar including Huda Beauty's new Lip Contour Stain, £22, Hannah Cooper Dommett x Warehouse's Premium Hand Embellished Scoop Neck Mini Dress, £129, and Abbott Lyon's Ocean Cluster Pendant Necklace, £59. However, it was Abercrombie's heatwave-perfect matching set that came out on top of my wishlist this month.
The skort features built-in shorts, which makes is perfect for those who struggle with chafing thighs especially in the hot weather. Skorts are often very relaxed and informal looking, however, thanks to the shorts on this mini being hidden, the skirt looks far more refined and polished than others on the market.
On top of this, the waistcoat features a tie detail at the back so you can cinch it in as much or little as you like, and help create a figure-flattering silhouette. My favourite part, however, is the adordable micro strawberry print that fits perfectly into the 'strawberries and cream' theme around Wimbledon. And don't worry, if the print isn't really your style, you can also shop the set in an on-trend black and white polka dot print or plain white linen.
Happy payday shopping!
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