Whether you’re spending time with your family, heading to a fabulous party or just kicking back with friends, the 4th July weekend presents itself with ample opportunities for dressing up. Summer is in full swing – and fashion simply couldn’t be more fun. Here are three lovely looks we’re planning on working this weekend.

1. A Little White Dress: Whether you’re spending the weekend in the city, poolside, or out in the country with friends, a little white dress is always going to be your friend. Pair it with some simple sandals, a panama hat and a chic scarf and you’ll be fit for any weekend occasion. Pictures: Catwalk: DKNY SS13, white dress with short sleeves by Boy by Band of Outsiders, Acne draped dress and Vix white Kaftan all from www.net-a-porter.com, Sensi Studio panama hat and Alexandre Birman sandals from www.net-a-porter.com, pineapple print bikini from www.jcrew.com, Kotur Chiawa Scarf available here and Kotur Morley in Raffia available on sale here.

2. A Statement Skirt: For the ultimate day to night, dress up or dress down outfit, a statement summery skirt worn with a simple white blouse is a surefire way to go. Pictures: Catwalk: Temperley London SS13, green and black printed skirt by Marni, pink confetti printed skirt and green neon floral jacquard skirt, plus wedges, from www.jcrew.com, necklace by www.aerin.com, white cage effect Chloe blouse and MIH Jeans safari shirt from www.matchesfashion.com and Kotur Margo in snakeprint available here.

3. A silk Maxi Dress: Fireworks parties, pool parties, day parties, night parties – a silken maxi will have them all covered. Wear with bejewelled sandals for a lovely, relaxed, evening look. Pictures: Catwalk: Diane Von Furstenberg SS13, lemon yellow dress by Carven, Bottega Veneta gold sandals, magenta Day Birger et Mikkelsen dress and aqua Tibi maxi all from www.net-a-porter.com. Saloni printed halterneck and yellow dresses from www.matchesfashion.com, earrings by J Crew and Kotur Operation Smile minaudière available here.