Ring In The Holiday Season With Versatile Dresses & Relaxed Trousers

From effortless dresses to light trousers, model, life coach and artist Baksho Craig proves casual can most definitely be chic.

Between The LinesChristmas Day calls for a dress code that's smart yet comfortable, and a linen waistcoat and trouser set is an easy, all-day-appropriate ensemble to enjoy all summer long. Sills & Co waistcoat $315 and trousers $349.

Give the gift of trees this Christmas, like this korokio native plant. Trees That Count is a local conservation charity that has been championing native tree planting since 1990, with the aim of planting millions more native trees across Aotearoa. Treesthatcount.co.nz

Retro RemixIt's all in the details when it comes to an outfit that encourages good vibes only like this groovy combination of a feather-trimmed top and paisley print skirt. Rixo shirt, $525, and Christopher Esber skirt, $675, from Muse Boutique. Bronwyn shoes $350.

Beachy KeenA fluttering day dress is a wonderfully easy way to see you throughout summer, allowing you more time to eat, drink and be merry. Helen Cherry dress $749. Deadly Ponies bag $499. Bronwyn shoes $300.

Zest Is BestSaturated brights are abundant this summer as designers embrace a rainbow assortment of brightly coloured separates, like this attention-seeking Wynn Hamlyn dress $650. Model's own accessories.

Grand DesignsThere's elegance in summer textures too, like a voluminous-sleeve top worn over a subtly shimmering dress, pieces that catch the summer light from all angles. Florence Eugenie dress $389. Zambesi top $425. Silk & Steel earrings $789.

Shirt Story Holiday shirts are an easy summer staple, with several designers elevating this humble favourite in a variety of luxurious fabrics and prints. Wallace Rose shirt $459. Wixii trousers $225. Silk & Steel earrings $789.

Open SeasonBokeo coverup/top $410. Wixii trousers $225. Silk & Steel earrings $789.

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Photographer / Babiche Martens. Stylist / Annabel Dickson. Model / Baksho Craig from Silver Fox Management. With special thanks to Martha’s Furnishing Fabrics.