Let Me Show You How to Look Very Chic Right Now, One Massimo Dutti and Arket Buy at a Time

July 19, 2025 / Swedan Margen /

At this point in the summer season, my wardrobe has faced scorching high temperatures, cooler grey days and a series of calendar invites. Now, I’m taking a moment to step back and consider the pieces that I’ve reached for most, and the gaps in my capsule wardrobe that need to be filled. With elegance and an affordable price tag on my mind, my first two stops were Arket and Massimo Dutti, and already, I’ve found a few missing styles which would take my summer looks to a whole new level.

With a few scrolls of both sites, I quickly found myself putting together a selection of sleek summer outfits. This season, Arket is putting its best foot forward, leaning into the brand’s excellence in staple styles. Crisp linen trousers with a timeless feel are primed to be paired with sleek tops or alternated with contemporary Bermuda shorts with a longline look.

At Massimo Dutti, texture is bringing an expensive feel to the new collection. Satin finishes, crochet touches, and soft pleats are crafted into elegant dresses and swishy skirts that can go from day to evening with a simple accessories swap. Bringing both brands together, you’ll find a curated edit of high-end looking pieces with a minimalist edge. Think elegant necklines, pared-back silhouettes and easy to mix and match pieces that make for a hard-working and highly chic wardrobe that can take on summer in the city, or a capsule edit when heading abroad.

Keep scrolling to explore the best new-in buys at Arket and Massimo Dutti.