Kaftans have become an essential part of our summer wardrobe.  What started out as the perfect piece to complement our swimwear has turned into a fashion statement.  Stilorama Magazine’s senior fashion editor shops for her favourite designer kaftans, she says “Kaftans are wonderful in the summer, they are the perfect cover-me-up piece of wardrobe, they’re lightweight and fun to wear over jeans, shorts or skirts or just on their own.”  Shop for designer kaftans at stilorama magazine www.stilorama.com

Catwalk look from Emilio Pucci www.emiliopucci.com

Milly white print trim kaftan  £185.96 from www.net-a-porter.com

Versace butterfly print kaftan £460 www.brownsfashion.com

Roberto Cavalli silk red kaftan top £1375 from www.robertocavalli.com

D&G Dolce&Gabbana leopard print kaftan £146  from www.my-wardrobe.com