Our Fashion Editor's pick of the 16 best pieces from Zara's epic new summer collection

As we approach another pit stop on the UK's seemingly never-ending roadmap out of lockdown, it seems a large majority of us are more confused than ever as to what we are and what we aren't allowed to do and where we are and aren't allowed to go.

But one thing we're all very sure of is that the minute we're given the go-ahead to safely meet up with friends and family in pub gardens and bars (swoon, they seem like a long-lost memory) we're there. While we may have all been dreaming of such an occasion for over a year(!) now, there's no denying that our collective lack of enthusiasm for clothing over the last twelve months has left us feeling a little lost on the wardrobe-front.

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Charlie Chooses: The 7 high street buys you should add to your shopping list, according to our Fashion Editor

By Charlie Teather

Our lockdown uniform of uncharacteristically decadent, self-indulgent loungewear (hey, we had to get our kicks from somewhere) and high-end tracksuits may have served us extraordinarily well whilst working from home, but it's not necessarily the aesthetic we're aiming for to kick off our return to the real world.

Thankfully everyone's favourite high street stalwart, Zara, has reliably stepped up to the plate, serving up a smorgasbord of fair weather pieces that not only thrill us far more than a matching hoodie and tracksuit bottom ever could but that are, in fact, just as easy to wear.

Launching a particularly epic limited edition capsule collection, those with a penchant for rich red wine hues, punchy pinks and dusty oranges have been well catered for via a selection of bang-on-trend strappy bralettes, cut-out blazers and dramatic maxis.

For those looking to make a slightly subtler statement post-lockdown, there are some really brilliant timeless staples with contemporary twists in the form of pastel midi sundresses, split-hem leggings and countless epic sandals.

Scroll down to see our Fashion Editor's pick of the 16 best pieces from Zara's epic summer 2021 collection...