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Read our privacy notice . Each year when the long-awaited summer season arrives, lusciously blooming hibiscus prints, sunset colourways and palm leaf motifs adorn the figures of fashion veterans. From Dua Lipa and Emily Ratajkowski, to Maya Jama and Paloma Elsesser, the style-savvy know that when temperatures rise to swathe themselves with a tropical print dress or two.

Considering the UK’s sun-deprived state, it’s no surprise that Brits look to brands that sit outside of its gloomy borders. Luxury labels such as Alemais, Farm Rio, Etro and Louisa Ballou present tropical themes, whether Mediterranean vistas, colour-filled Caribbean panoramas or flourishing oceanscapes. Lest we forget Versace and all its creative director Donatella has done to champion tropical themes.

From Jennifer Lopez’ iconic jungle-print dress that was responsible for the creation of Google Images to the designer’s collaboration with Dua Lipa for the brand’s La Vacanza collection (think aqua-pink tones, gilded baroque detailing and starfish galore), there’s no denying that the Italian powerhouse deserves a special mention. However, if budget is cause for concern, fear not. The high street has cleverly caught onto the annual hankering for.