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By fashion writer Megan Haggan IT’S time to shed suits and shirts and relax – the holiday season is here and it’s all about barbecues, casual gatherings and chilling out by the pool. “There’s a lot of shorts this year, and less skirts, and it’s all about dresses, dresses, dresses,” says Roslyn Wright, from Soho (Canberra City) and Momento (Manuka). “There’s a lot of beautiful, flowing dresses in fabrics like chiffon and georgettes, as well as long tunics which can be worn with tights. “There are bold colours and soft, but common to both are lots of different prints.” When we’re standing around at barbecues or picnics in the park or walking along the beach, we don’t need to sacrifice comfort to look good, says Gail Lubbock, from Escala. “The pretty sun-dresses and linens we’re seeing this year look good with a small heel with quite wide straps.” Many people find their feet swell a little as the day wears on, particularly in summer, so strappy shoes should be chosen with care, she says. “I think we’ve all experienced the tourniquet effect that straps can have when they cut in. To be comfortable, we can choose flat sandals or shoes that are on a wedge,” Gail says. “We also have to prepare our feet with a pedicure, and make sure our toes are done.” Attention should also be paid to cracked heels and dry skin on the feet. “Looking after your feet is an essential part of summer!” says Gail. The season’s hottest shoes make good use of colour, says Shaen Flakelar, from La Cobbler. “There’s a lot of red and yellow this season. As for bags, they’re such a personal thing: It’s so important to get the size right!” Ensuring that all our essentials fit in our chosen summer bag is a must, she says. http://www.citynews.com.au/index.php/hot_town_summer_in_the_city/