• Get a cruelty-free beauty fix with this home-grown brand. Set of four lipglosses, Dh295, The Dubai Dolls
    Get a cruelty-free beauty fix with this home-grown brand. Set of four lipglosses, Dh295, The Dubai Dolls
  • Drawstring bucket bag, Dh468, Truss at The Outnet.
    Drawstring bucket bag, Dh468, Truss at The Outnet.
  • Polka dots always feel light and summery, so this belted midi dress is a must. Dh295, Marks & Spencer
    Polka dots always feel light and summery, so this belted midi dress is a must. Dh295, Marks & Spencer
  • Add some sparkle with these Twin Star beaded hair clips, Dh264, Madiso
    Add some sparkle with these Twin Star beaded hair clips, Dh264, Madiso
  • This Conscious Exclusive dress is perfect for the beach, Dh248, H&M
    This Conscious Exclusive dress is perfect for the beach, Dh248, H&M
  • Byredo scents are always intriguing and this has notes of patchouli and musk. Velvet Haze eau de parfum, Dh483, Byredo
    Byredo scents are always intriguing and this has notes of patchouli and musk. Velvet Haze eau de parfum, Dh483, Byredo
  • Keep eyebrows looking their best with this dual pencil and brush, available in different shades. Dh109, Gucci
    Keep eyebrows looking their best with this dual pencil and brush, available in different shades. Dh109, Gucci
  • Regional brand Dori handmakes jewellery that leans on Indian traditions. Flourite ring, Dh230, Dori
    Regional brand Dori handmakes jewellery that leans on Indian traditions. Flourite ring, Dh230, Dori
  • Reusable face mask, Dh40, Kaftan & Co at Saffron Souk
    Reusable face mask, Dh40, Kaftan & Co at Saffron Souk
  • A silk and cashmere shawl inspired by Dutch 16th-century Delft pottery, Dh3,120, Valentino
    A silk and cashmere shawl inspired by Dutch 16th-century Delft pottery, Dh3,120, Valentino
  • Hand-painted crystal and pearl earrings, Dh795, Jiwinaia at MatchesFashion
    Hand-painted crystal and pearl earrings, Dh795, Jiwinaia at MatchesFashion
  • Don't forget to protect your skin, with Perfecting Day Cream with SPF30, Dh156, Murad at NisNass
    Don't forget to protect your skin, with Perfecting Day Cream with SPF30, Dh156, Murad at NisNass
  • Classic sandals never go out of style, so why not try these studded, strappy ones? Dh765, Ancient Greek at MatchesFashion
    Classic sandals never go out of style, so why not try these studded, strappy ones? Dh765, Ancient Greek at MatchesFashion
  • 9kt gold and pearl ring, Dh1,700, Comptoir 10
    9kt gold and pearl ring, Dh1,700, Comptoir 10
  • Get on board with summer's square-toe shape with these kitten-heel sandals, Dh276, Mango
    Get on board with summer's square-toe shape with these kitten-heel sandals, Dh276, Mango

Your online summer shopping list: A fashion editor's top 15 picks


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If you're not quite ready to hit the malls just yet but still in the mood to treat yourself, there are still virtual shopping baskets to be filled.

Whether independent local brands or your favourite high-street and luxury labels, there are plenty of sites to peruse here in the UAE, whether you're in the mood for a wardrobe refresh or a make-up makeover.

Scroll through the gallery above to discover this fashion editor's top online-shopping picks for the season.

Starting at just Dh109 for Gucci's dual eyebrow grooming pencil, this is a simple purchase to keep eyebrows looking tiptop, while a spritz of fragrance will lift anyone's mood, and Byredo always has something interesting to offer. We like Velvet Haze for its amber and patchouli notes.

Closer to home, why not check out Comptoir 102's beautiful collection of jewellery, while new and cruelty-free beauty label, The Dubai Dolls, has a pack of four lipglosses that are an easy add to any make-up bag. Madiso, meanwhile, offers a slice of joy with its star-shaped hairclips, just as Dori's rings are boldly beautiful.

For shoeaholics, the shape of the summer is anything with square toes, so grab a kitten-heel sandal version and away you go.

Finally, after all this time staying inside, helping keep everyone safe, skin will need extra sun protection, and with masks mandatory, why not invest in some pretty, washable masks to compliment your new outfits? It's a win-win situation.