A sighting of swallows means summer for us here in the UK.

About the Style: Rita is a shining star of a dress - the one you’ll dance the night away in, the one you’ll reach for again and again - the dress that memories are made in. Her structured waist, full skirt and flattering wrap neckline make Rita the perfect showcase dress for an hourglass figure. Rita’s clever tulip sleeves allow for full and unrestricted arm movement. Deep pockets sit invisibly in the side seams, making Rita not only beautiful but also practical.

Rita is made by Satnam and his team in our London factory.

About the Fabric: Tencel™

We love how drapey, soft and silky to touch Tencel™ is. Not only does it feel wonderful in a dress, it's also a natural material that is highly sustainable. The base material for Tencel comes from eucalyptus trees - which grow happily in harsh, dry conditions meaning no need for irrigation. For more information on Tencel and the other fabrics we use at Palava, click here.

Eco-Credentials:

• 100% Tencel™
• Natural, biodegradable fibres
• Oeko-Tex certified dyes
• Plastic-free packaging
• Made in London
• Machine Washable

Alex, the model with the grey hair, is 5'7'' and is wearing a size 10.

We love our Leah cardigan - a beautifully feminine nod to luxury vintage knitwear. Leah comes in a selection of solid colours, all with a lightweight basket textured knit, making them perfect for layering over our printed dresses.

About the Style: She is cropped, with a deep waist cuff to create an hourglass silhouette. Leah’s sleeves are full-length and slightly puffed, whilst her V-shaped neckline is accentuated by delicate scallop detailing to give the style a sophisticated finish. This year, we've improved her fit and made her an inch longer.

Who Made Your Cardigan? Our Leah cardigan is ethically made from 100% Organic Cotton by Guray and his team in Turkey. Learn more about our factory in Turkey here.

Sizing: Elise, on the cream background, is 5'4'' and is wearing a size M. Eva, in the wildflower meadow, is 5'4'' and is wearing a size S.

For more information on size and fit see the Size Guide to the right of sizes available below.

For the finest dressed feet in the land, snap up a pair of these scrumptiously soft cotton socks in all the colours of summer. 

Made in France. One size will fit UK sizes 4 to 7 (EU sizes 36-40).

Machine washable at 30 degrees. Do not tumble dry. 

79% Cotton 18% Polyamide 3% Elastane

We liked our Passionflower print so much, we've brought her back, this time in an ivory colourway - fresh as a daisy for summer!

About the Style: Have you ever worn a fully lined dress? They feel so wonderfully luxurious to wear but are hard to come by these days. Palava's Beatrice dress is here to put all that right. She’s lined with the softest lightweight organic cotton.

Beatrice is the dress we reach for when we want some classic and elegant simplicity. Her boat neckline has a twist with a pretty v-neck back. She has summery cap sleeves, an elegant tie belt and deep pockets.

Who Made Your Dress? Beatrice is made by Satnam and his team in our London factory. We use a special organic cotton-linen blend made especially for Palava for ulitmate comfort and style. For more information on the fabrics we use at Palava, click here.

Eco-Credentials:

• 70% Cotton - 30% Linen Blend
• Natural, biodegradable fibres
• Oeko-tex certified dyes
• Corozo nut buttons
• Plastic-free packaging
• Made in London
• Machine washable

Sizing: Both models are 5'7'' and are wearing a size 10. For more information on size and fit see the Size Guide to the right of sizes available below.