12 tropical picks from the high street for an instant spring update

Hawaiian shirts, Bermuda shorts, straw bags… no, we’re not talking about your dad on holidays. Tropical print has taken over the high street, with explosions of florals, fruit and jungle motifs all set against the most vibrant of backdrops.

In summertime, we all want to let loose with our fashion choices, and channel some hazy heat and dreamy colour into our palettes. Tropical print, whether on some loose cotton culottes or a stylish boilersuit, works beautifully to inject some sunshine into your summer wardrobe. You have the option to go wild with an all-out ensemble á la Club Tropicana, or keep it muted with a single floral piece to accent your look. With the news that Ireland may be receiving some much-needed heat this week, now is the time to invest in a suitable set of pieces to match. Then all you’ll need is that cocktail…

Breezy beautiful in this shirtdress from Zara

Floral print shirtdress €49.95 at Zara

Take an alternative to the average bikini with this long-sleeved wonder from Monki

Long-sleeved swimsuit €30 at Monki

Reminisce on your last trip with this beaded beauty from Topshop

Holiday clutch bag €28.41 at Topshop

Embrace the dreamer in you with this embroidered shirt from ASOS DESIGN

Hawaiian shirt with embroidered back €44.24 at Asos Design

Mix not match with these floral earrings from & Other Stories

 Tropical flower asymmetrical earrings €39 at & Other Stories

 Inject some fun into your work uniform with this blazer from Mango

Topical print blazer €59.95 at Mango

Flounce down the runway with this frilly mini from ASOS DESIGN

Petite mini skirt with frill in tropical jacquard €48.39 at Asos Design

 Go full Hawaii with this ensemble from Zara

Printed shirt with bow €19.95 at Zara

 Don’t sacrifice function over fashion in this kaftan dress from & Other Stories

Tropical midi kaftan dress €69 at & Other Stories

Let off some steam in this boilersuit from ASOS DESIGN

Boilersuit in tropical print €55.30 at Asos Design

Stay fresh in these culottes from Zara

Floral print culottes €39.95 at Zara