Whether you are meeting friends for lunch, or planning a cottage getaway, we want to dress for the life we are living. We’ve put together our Summer 2026 Journal that reflects our style approach...It feels simple, low key luxe and completely wearable.

At Homebody our perspective is relaxed refinement, by selecting pieces that feel current without being too trendy, and are versatile enough to take you anywhere your day leads. This warm weather season, it is about looking polished with breathable fabrics, timeless prints, sporty styles and wardrobe heroes you will reach for on repeat. With that thought in our Summer State of Mind, here is what we are loving right now and how we are wearing it!

Few prints capture the spirit of summer like gingham. Fresh & feminine, this heritage chic pattern has made a major comeback this season appearing in everything from the runway to everyday wear. The appeal of gingham is its versatility, it is classic, yet playful enough to feel fresh and modern. We are embracing gingham in dresses, breezy separates, matching sets and swimwear.

The Misha Midi Dress was made for more with its elongating, flattering & flexible fit and soft, lightweight feel that moves with you. You will reach for this again and again, and it works just as well for patio lunches, vacations or summer celebrations.

Matching sets are our obsession, and they continue to define modern dressing with ease. The Venice Skort & April Halter Top are a summer go-to for a favourite linen blend ‘fit that is perfection together. Styled separately both provide incredible versatility such as pairing April with denim or the skort with a classic white tee and sleek sneakers.

Red gingham adds a fresh fun perspective on the trend and is the bright pop of colour you want in your wardrobe. The L’Space Dolce Bottom & Isa Top Bikini balances a classic look with our current mood. Rails black gingham delivers a more subtle approach, the Alton Shirt styled with white denim jorts creates that relaxed sophistication we are gravitating toward all season long.

The best wardrobes aren’t built around more, they are built by choosing better. We are always opting for timeless pieces that make getting ready feel effortless AND provide endless styling options. When the temps soar, it is time to think about breathable fabrics, relaxed tailoring and separates that easily transition and what works really well is a great pair of linen trousers.

Lightweight, refined and wearable wherever you go, these are the investment pieces you will rely on for seasons to come. Whether you are traveling or hosting backyard gatherings, linen trousers deliver easygoing elegance. Our HB staff fave is the Brynn Drawstring Trouser in Navy with its relaxed silhouette and comfortable drawstring waist for a perfect laid-back linen pant. For a lighter neutral, the Sabrina Curved Utility Pants is an airy yet refined aesthetic that works for your off-duty day and gives a chic, contemporary edge.

As far as styling, the key is simplicity. Pair either with a tank like The Baby Rib Square Neck Tank in Navy and layer over with the Mulholland Oversized Button Down for an outfit formula to wear on repeat. Throw on a pair of TKEES flip flops and let your accessories be your finisher!

Jewelry layering is a style direction we can’t get enough of and there is no better time to have some fun with this than now. Stack delicate necklaces, pile on the bracelets and a few anklets to add some personality while putting together a beautifully finished look. Our Jenny Bird Collection offers modern pieces that take you from day to night styling, adding polish without being overdone.

The pieces on our radar start with The Jenifer Shorts, a warm weather everyday essential knit for comfy casual wear. Pair with the matching Lumae Polo Sweater or the Arlene White Button Up Top for your wardrobe formula.

Track pants like Pistola’s Bodie Pant or Donni’s Eco-Terry Stripe Crop Pant with contrast racer strips, cropped leg and straight leg silhouette are our go-to. Style with a cute tank such as the Donni Baby Rib Square Neck or a fitted white tee and you are game day ready.

Of course, you need the right footwear and for sporty sophistication, our recommendation is a modern sneaker for comfort, versatility and contemporary style. Take a closer look at our Sneaker collection from Reebok, Alohas & Gola to step into the season. You will create that sporty meets polished aesthetic we are seeing everywhere, not just at the stadium.

Your footwear can make or break your outfit, and the right shoe choice has the power to completely transform an outfit. Loafers are proving they are so much more than a preppy boat shoe and are giving something unexpected yet undeniably current. While sandals and sneakers will always be a warm weather essential, the modern loafer offers a refined finishing touch that instantly elevates and modernizes.

A great loafer obviously pairs well with denim, but what also works right now is the beauty of pairing a classic, refined shoe, with more relaxed pieces. Fashion is loving thoughtful contrast right now, balancing a traditionally polished loafer with a relaxed sporty bottoms, sweatpants or track shorts, silk shorts or slouchy denim. The aesthetic is meant to be cool, not corporate.

Some of our favourite outfit formulas include satin shorts paired with a baby tee and oversized denim shirt, long white denim shorts styled with a lightweight long-sleeve tee, track shorts styled with a relaxed sweatshirt or crew sweater and layered jewelry, or denim jorts paired with a fitted tee, statement belt and an open button down shirt. An all-white monochromatic outfit takes on a whole new perspective when grounded with a classic loafer. Once again, it’s all about versatility. A standout loafer is a surprising style addition to a well-edited summer wardrobe.