Over the last few months, it’s safe to say that your clothing of choice has included some form of loungewear. After all, why waste your good outfits sitting in the house? As lockdown restrictions now begin to ease across Europe, it’s time to dive back into some of the hottest trends that you should be keeping your eye out for.

If you’re hoping to restock your shelves as customers come back to the shops, or you’re just looking for the next big thing in the fashion industry, here are just 5 summer styles for women to look out for from your wholesale clothing supplier.

Designers have decided to give the trench coat an upgrade, with modern twists on this classic style. Look out for leather mixed with khaki, pleated and ruffle details and contrasting collars or cuffs. After all, you’re already familiar with the trench coat, so keep it fresh with a unique take.

Trend 1: Drawstrings

Offering a perfect transition from loungewear to something a little more fancy, drawstrings have become a popular way of adding a streetwear edge to a number of different styles. If you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to your tracksuit yet, bring some of it with you, with a gathered effect.

Designed to help cinch in your waist and create a flattering silhouette, drawstrings can add a sporty look to sweatshirts just as much as they can to a dress or t-shirt. Designers have decided to give the trench coat an upgrade, with modern twists on this classic style. Look out for leather mixed with khaki, pleated and ruffle details and contrasting collars or cuffs. After all, you’re already familiar with the trench coat, so keep it fresh with a unique take.

Trend 2: Sheer layers

Sheer fabrics have been a popular part of women’s collections for some time, as they add femininity and sophistication to an outfit with ease. Organza blouses and sheer dresses can be layered perfectly with a slip or a bralette underneath.

It is a hugely popular trend for this time of year thanks to the lightweight fabrics used to create a sheer look. Whether you’re looking for a glamorous addition to your evening wear collection or a beach cover-up, sheer does the job beautifully. Designers have decided to give the trench coat an upgrade, with modern twists on this classic style. Look out for leather mixed with khaki, pleated and ruffle details and contrasting collars or cuffs. After all, you’re already familiar with the trench coat, so keep it fresh with a unique take. This trend shows that you can achieve tailoring even in the summer months, with longer, Bermuda-style shorts in a tailored finish.

Trend 3: Crochet

Crochet styles and Broderie Anglaise are staples for the summer season, and they are back in full force for 2020. Moving on from just the familiar white blouses and dresses, this year’s styles have extended to colours like lemon yellow for an extra boost of sun.

Despite its embroidered patterns, crochet fabrics can be slightly heavier than your usual summer materials, making it perfect if you end up staying in the UK this summer. Designed to help cinch in your waist and create a flattering silhouette, drawstrings can add a sporty look to sweatshirts just as much as they can to a dress or t-shirt. It is a hugely popular trend for this time of year thanks to the lightweight fabrics used to create a sheer look. Whether you’re looking for a glamorous addition to your evening wear collection or a beach cover-up, sheer does the job beautifully.

Trend 4: Trench coats

Trench coats are a heritage style; they were invented in the late 1800s by none other than Thomas Burberry and they have remained a British must-have ever since. Offering the perfect go-between for rainy weather and warmer temperatures, it’s the ultimate coat to tackle the British summer.

Designers have decided to give the trench coat an upgrade, with modern twists on this classic style. Look out for leather mixed with khaki, pleated and ruffle details and contrasting collars or cuffs. After all, you’re already familiar with the trench coat, so keep it fresh with a unique take. This trend shows that you can achieve tailoring even in the summer months, with longer, Bermuda-style shorts in a tailored finish.

Trend 5: Tailored shorts

Tailoring has been around for a few seasons now, alternating between smart, sharp tailoring and something a little more relaxed. This trend shows that you can achieve tailoring even in the summer months, with longer, Bermuda-style shorts in a tailored finish.

With a somewhat retro appearance, longer length tailored shorts are a nod to the popular androgynous style. Team with a blazer to create a unique suit, turn them into a utility style with a belt or opt for fabrics like leather to add a luxe finish.