Look cool under the heat

Beach wraps and pareos are pretty but a sundress will take you from pool side to party. Here are some tips to look cool under the heat:

1. Cotton dresses or kaftans work for more casual dos, but bank on satin, silk or jersey and bejewelled fabrics to to lend a luxe factor for more chi chi soirees.

2. Team sundresses with wedges or gladiator sandals rather than stilettos for a look that's more flirty that tacky.

3. Layer slips or camisoles under thinner tunics to take them beyond the beach