FQ Summer Essentials: What editor in chief Sarah Murray will be shopping this season

20 January 2026
By Fashion Quarterly

From skincare to swimwear —and all the style in between, peruse the FQ team’s hottest picks for summer.

The sun is out, the Pōhutukawa’s are blooming and the FQ editorial team’s summer wishlist’s are longer than ever. From trending swimwear and the latest in home decor, to summer soiree approved fashion and skincare essentials, our team knows a hit when they see it. But, as much as we wish we could indulge in every exciting new season launch or limited-edition piece, we’re often left dreaming over our imagined shopping hauls (or in this case… publishing them online). Join us over the next few weeks as we reveal the items we’re coveting the most this season. Happy shopping!

Sarah Murray

editor in chief

Nelson Made 'Petra' mini red heel, $345.
Monday Swimwear 'Clovelly' one piece, $239.
Rebe 'Resort Panama' $515.
Maison Margiela Afternoon Delight, $142 for 30ml, from MECCA.
Versace cat-eye sunglasses, $451.
Rockburn Chardonnay 2023, $24.
Fulvia by Kaarina Parker, $37.
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Frivole' ring, $13,200.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 50+, $30.
Harris Tapper 'Camilla' skirt, $449.
No.22 'Suki' plates, set of 2, $106.
Tanchen 0/0 bag, $86.
Tom Ford Brow Sculptor, $128, from MECCA.
YSL Loveshine Gloss, $80.
sans [ceuticals] Perpetual Hair Cleanser Kit, $129.

This article was originally published in Fashion Quarterly’s Summer 2026 issue. 

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