La Piscine

Recently I watched Jacques Deray's 1969 film 'La Piscine' as it stars one of my style icons Jane Birkin. Apart from the beautiful cinematic landscapes and the gripping plot, what really stuck with me was the chic costumes of Romy Schneider and Jane Birkin. Romy's character oozes elegance with her simple swimwear and backless evening dresses whilst Jane's short girlish dresses and skirts accessorised with sunglasses and her infamous basket are simple but ultimately sexy.

As Autumn is upon us these dreamy stills from the film will give you a much needed dose of sun. Now to find a black gingham dress so I can pretend I'm in the south of France...