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The language of flowers • Young designers are falling for the subversive power of a classic motif, says author Olivia Laing

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Play on • Get into the Olympic spirit and embrace the sporty vibe of summer with the season’s elevated take on athleisure. Dior, JW Anderson and Louis Vuitton have all given sweats and caps a high-fashion makeover. For daywear inspiration, take cues from Balenciaga and channel Hollywood-off-duty: pair a sports-bra-and-leggings set with an oversized It bag and extra-dark glasses. By night, look to Gucci: dress up a hoodie with patent-leather hotpants and platforms. Don’t forget the statement earrings

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An island story • With pop royalty and industry veterans among his fans, the Caribbean designer Jawara Alleyne is a true rising star of the fashion world

The breakout • She made her name in Booksmart and Shiva Baby, but The Bear moved Molly Gordon centre-stage. Now, she has further goals in sight as she takes on directing

Trot to it • Horsing around has never been so appealing. Just as riding takes on a more inclusive stance, the catwalk responds. Saddle up, says Naomi Pike

Get giddy • How to gallop into the trend

The rise of the cult eco-brand • Has sustainable fashion reached a turning point? A new wave of It brands have emerged, making stylish, responsible clothing more accessible and bringing environmentally friendly materials to the wider fashion landscape

Serving looks • Forget the blokette aesthetic, it’s time to make way for tennis-core. Your style heroes? Zendaya and her Challengers red-carpet fashion (obviously), Emma Corrin’s Wimbledon wardrobe and Princess Diana’s off-duty athleisure. Consider polo shirts and pleated skirts your summer essentials: Ralph Lauren, Lacoste and Skims’ latest drops are sure-fire winners. For the finishing touch, a swipe of sheer lip gloss courtesy of Serena Williams’ new beauty line WYN, suitably packaged in neon tennis-ball yellow. Game, set, match!

Summer reset • Longer, warmer days call for a closet refresh. In the office, oversized silhouettes and summer-ready tailoring will become our go-to. On holiday, turn to supersized totes and ocean-hued jewels. As for off-duty dressing, take inspiration from the Olympics and give your weekend wardrobe a sporty twist. Let the (shopping) games begin

Sprint finish • Switch into sports mode with the season’s sleek, elevated take on athleisure. Ready, set, go!

The bright side • Start prepping for holiday season with summer-ready accessories. Whether you’re headed for Margate or Marseille, Prada, Louis Vuitton and Fendi promise to provide trusty travel companions

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Spot on • THIS SUMMER, LEOPARD IS THE PRINT capturing the hearts (and wallets) of the fashion crowd. For a go-to accessory you’ll pull out time and time again, head to Harrods’ Dior pop-up and snag a playful bag-ette. For those wanting an outfit that packs...