Anything that can evoke a relaxed, holiday feeling is always a winner for me, and when it comes to sparking some sunny joy, postcard prints will do the job nicely. Part fruity, part beachside-chic, this aesthetic feels like a snapshot of an exotic vacation and it’s all over the high street right now.
The look will add a fun touch to your outfits in the most stylish way and as it's one of the key spring/summer fashion trends of 2026. As a colour and print lover myself, I’ve been keen to add a holiday-style separate to my day-to-day attire, and I’ve found just the one at Monsoon in this short sleeved, patterned blouse.
This lightweight, big-collared button-down is adorned with fruits and botanicals, and feels wonderfully fresh to wear thanks to the pure cotton fabric. I love everything about it and it’s by far my favourite postcard piece of the season. The blouse is from the gorgeous collaboration between Monsoon and UK artist Charlie Taylor, and you can find it along with some other arty-covered buys below.
The boxy shape of this piece makes it very comfy and easy to move around in, and the cotton fabric actually managed to keep me cool during the heatwave, so it's a winner if you're worried about what to wear in the heat. The elasticated trim on the short sleeves creates a cute puffed shape and I adore the exaggerated collar and delicate ribbon tie at the front. It's available (in the sale) in UK sizes S-XXL.
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These wide leg trousers will wow while feeling comfy thanks to the stretchy, elasticated waistband.
For a floral take on postcard prints, go for this shirt dress that comes with a belt to cinch in your middle and add definition.
Softer pastel tones come together nicely in this pretty dress - just add raffia sandals and a matching bag and you'll be all set.
Make a statement with dopamine brights with this longer length number that also features a pretty scalloped edging. For arm coverage, add a crochet cardigan, like this M&S style.
This softer patterned shirt will be a subtle take on the busy trend and it'll look chic as part of a white jeans outfit or teamed with a linen skirt.
Sunshine and cocktails are ideal for summer and these illustrated shorts channel them nicely. Try adding the matching shirt for extra wow.
I've been wearing my Monsoon blouse with my wide leg jeans and chunky sandals, but I love the print so much that I might also invest in the matching midi skirt and wear them as a bold co-ord as a great alternative to the best summer dresses this season. The button down will look pretty with a white skirt or a pair of tailored shorts too, and the combination of fun colour and feminine details means it'll work for a wide range of day or night plans.
Love the look but not so sure about wearing busy prints? Try a subtle take on the trend with softer patterned pieces like the FatFace shirt above, or look for silky scarves and bags covered in holiday-style prints to inject just a hint to your outfits.
However you decide to tick off the summer aesthetic, just remember to keep everything else in your ensemble quite simple and understated as anything very busy will clash. Team with plainer pieces and let you postcard piece have its moment.
