11 summer checks to soak up the last of the sunshine in

Checks are by nature an autumn winter trend, but the preppy print can certainly work for summer, too.

The difference is you should opt for bright colours and airy styles: a check tie-up blouse (like blogger Lucy Williams, pictured below), a floaty slip dress or a check mini skirt with a pair of tan sandals, for instance. Hold your deep-coloured tartans and thick flannel shirts back for a few months - autumn is close, rest assured.

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