PAUSE Picks: Everything You Need for Summer 2026

Seeming as we’re officially settling into the summer time for 2026, it’s only right that we get you right. Whatever your fix, PAUSE has put together a selection of things that are must-haves for the hot months ahead. In need of some travel-centric tech essentials, elevated on-trend wardrobe fillers, or some easy self-care? Look no further than the below.

Every year, the “Spring/Summer” season calls for some wardrobe welfare and naturally, PAUSE are here to help. Whether that’s the latest footwear from Nike, some beach club-ready Bottega Veneta, or some of that good luxury from Designer Exchange, the bases are covered.

If it’s good enough for ASAP Rocky, it’s good enough for us. Summer evening staple.

Taking beach day up a level? LOEWE’s modestly-sized Eclipse Bag does exactly that.

Trust us, there’s only place you need to shop vintage, and it’s Designer Exchange. This LV entry is one of our personal favourites. 

First the Rift, now the Moon Shoe OG. Nike are taking no prisoners for SS26, and we’re here for it. This shade of yellow? Perfect.

Let’s make colour fashionable again (especially BAPE’s purple “camo” colour.)

Get the (England) badge out; the 2026 World Cup is right around the corner…

We’re about to do our best Jacob Elordi cosplay this summer, and you can too.

Let’s smarten up, it’s summer after all. This Pennon Stray Loafer “Eel Red” is a baller option.

It’s fashion’s favourite jacket for a reason. Get Saint Laurent’s Stand-Collar Jacket before it’s too late.

It’s giving “Justin Bieber’s first weekend fit at Coachella” on a budget. That pop of red…

You know we had to do it. Love it or hate it, the AP x Swatch “Royal Pop” collection can’t be ignored. We’re team green.

Chances are PALY HOLLYWOOD is your favourite celebrity’s favourite brand. Bring those mood boards to life.

Did “Blokecore” ever really go anywhere? Anyway, it’ll definitely be outside this summer. 

Bring the beach to the city with Balenciaga’s controversial Towel Skirt. 

No haters in sight wearing these Jacques Marie Mage Casius Sunglasses.

Ready up and get your Wrangler on cowboy, the heat is here.

Without a fully-fledged grooming routine, what are we? As we start getting a bit hotter under the collar, it’s worth updating our daily product line-up with something a bit more elevated. Let’s smell good, look good, and feel good.

Whether you think a LOEWE soap bar is necessary, it’s certainly fun (and clean).

El Natural! Abel Cyan Nori: salty, summery, and oceanic, ready for every kind of summer’s day.

A good serum goes a long way, and Mouse’s Hydration Dream Peptide Serum is up there with the very best.

Heavy night? Kat Burki’s KB5 Eye Recovery Masks are an absolute must for those tougher summer mornings.

The freshest on the market, Creed’s Virgin Island Water is a summer staple.

An aluminium Louis Vutton Vanity Case? Very, very necessary.

We’re keeping things subtle with Starface’s earth-tone Pimple Patches.

On-the-go scents just make sense. ORB’s Roller Keychain is our choice.

Last but not least, a new bit of tech goes a long way come summer time. It could be a portable picnic speaker, a new set of on-the-go headphones, or even a camera to document the whole thing. We’ve curated a list of tech you should be prioritising as we officially head into summer.

A premium price for a premium camera. Fujifilm’s X-H2S will have you set for life, and many on social media seem to agree. A popular choice for all the right reasons.

Every other brand can pack it up, because the Bowers & Wilkins’ Px8 S2 is the final boss. Wherever you find yourself this summer, be sure to pack a pair of these. 

Bose’s SoundLink Micro Portable Speaker is for the most fervent backpacking globetrotters. Bring the noise this summer.

Meta’s Ray-Ban Skylers do more than just keep the sun out of your eyes. Recording on-the-go just got easier.