A linen dress is lovely. A bikini, timeless. But the magic? That’s in the accessories. The floppy sun hat that flirts with the breeze. The bag that turns sunscreen and sunglasses into a whole mood. The barely-there sandal that somehow does everything. Welcome to your shortcut to looking like you have a stylist on speed dial. Here’s your guide to the “can’t-pack-for-summer-without-them” accessories.

The sun’s out. That means your statement hat better be too. Oversized, wide-brimmed, sculptural… the sun hat is not just practical, it’s theatrical. Channel your inner muse and go for resort-ready shapes in straw or raffia. Pro tip: It makes everything look intentional, even if you’re just in a cover-up.

Then there’s the quintessential summer bag. This season’s top-tier players? Textural, effortless, and built to hold SPF, gloss, and whatever adventure comes your way. Woven top-handle bags for day dates. Soft shoulder bags for beach-to-dinner transitions. And if you want to get extra, try a pop-of-color pouch that lives for golden hour.

Jewelry in the summer hits different — blame the light.

• Necklines are your map. A strapless top? Give it a chunky collar or a delicate chain link choker that kisses the collarbone. Plunging V-neck? It’s layered pendant territory. High neck? Skip the necklace and let your earrings do the work — think drop-style earrings that are slightly dramatic.

• The dress code. A black dress craves silver or gold — go bold, go polished, and get ready to glow. A brown dress ? Earthy tones, resin beads, and natural stones feel fresh and luxe. Got white linen? Pearls, always.
  
  
• Mix your metals. You’re not choosing teams — you’re creating harmony. Silver, gold, bronze… they all play nicely if you layer with intention.

What are the shoes for summer ? Reach for anything that says: "I'm stylish and I walk places" and lucky for you, ViX Paula Hermanny sandals are just that.

Start with the elevated basics: minimalist leather sandals, raffia espadrilles, or low-heeled mules that look good from brunch to beach. Tan, ivory, blacks, and browns — these are the neutrals of the season.

For pool days or a walk in town, pick a refined flip flop like our all-new Ray Sandal (yes, it’s a thing) or a pair of slides that look as good with a sarong as it does under the cabana. For a special occasion, go for low, strappy heels or wrap sandals that keep your look (and your ankles) secure.

You don’t need a full wardrobe refresh — just the right finishing pieces. One striking hat, an effortless bag, jewelry that catches the sun just right, and shoes that let you move like you mean it. Because in summer, the accessories don’t just complete the look, they are the look. Ready to make it all click? Shop resort-ready accessories at ViX Paula Hermanny.