Our money-saving guru gives her top tips on how to look fashionable this summer
IT’S finally time to put away those extra layers and slip into the sandals and sunnies.
After the Bank Holiday scorcher, there will be a rush to get wardrobes set for summer — but you can find all you need without raiding the bank.
Bargain queen ASHLEIGH SWAN, of and founder of the Body Positivity Awards, has been scouring the High Street to find this season’s best buys.
Here, she shares her five fashion tips to leave you — and your wallet — smiling in the sun.
- NO woman’s summer wardrobe is complete without the perfect tea dress: Wrap dresses fit the bill and I especially love red frocks with floral detailing like this one, below. Some of the bargains you can find on the High Street these days are amazing. For instance, Matalan has starting from just £7 and sandals from £6. So a whole new summer outfit would set you back just £13.
11A red tea dress from Matalan 
11A yellow tea dress from Matalan - YOU don’t have to pay a fortune for fabulous sandals: George At Asda has a great selection, . Its pool sliders, below, are fab for this season – and cost just a tenner. And for kids, jelly sandals start from £5.
11Head to Asda for a deal on sandals - THE right sunglasses can transform an outfit: Even if you don’t buy new clothes, new shades can freshen up your look. This year is all about mirrored sunnies. Boohoo has the best selection of bargain frames – such as , including unisex pairs.
11Use shades to freshen up any look - TAN handbags are always in style: A small cross-body bag is perfect for carrying all your essentials and goes with pretty much everything. from just £7.99. Guys can join in too by rocking cross-body flight bags.
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- SHORTS are a must: Whether it’s chinos for work or denims for sunny days out, shorts can be dressed up or down to suit. Pop into your local Tesco for some high-quality choices. I found and women’s from £15.
11There's only one thing everyone wants to wear when it's hot out - and that's shorts
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