We’ve become quite quickly accustomed to disappointment. The last year and a half has shown that low expectations are incredibly valuable (think Eurovision, sodden pub gardens, the government etc). We have saved ourselves immeasurable grief by expecting poor outcomes, preparing for the worst and enjoying sheer elation when things turn out a little better than our late-night anxieties portend.
However, it’s time to break the mould. Raise your expectations for the summer, because long-range weather forecasts hint at warmer weather for July and August. In other words, it’s not too late. Ahead of us lies a summer of airy linen shirts, the smell of suncream on the soft breeze and the faint, effervescent sound of the televised tennis heard from the sunniest spot in the garden.
In anticipation of the warmer months ahead, why not have a speculative scroll for some savvy buys? Read on for some of the top summer living essentials as well as some decorative treats for a delightful home update.