May is a month of in-betweens. While half of Australia is foraging for layers in preparation for winter's arrival, the other half is booking ferries between remote islands somewhere in Greece, and stockpiling bikinis.

Luckily, whichever category you fall into, there's something for everyone in our May fashion favourites. If you find yourself battling rapidly dropping temperatures at home, we've hunted down the best lightweight jackets, layering tees, and sleek trousers that you'll want to live in for the months to come. We've also tackled one of the hardest tasks — going out pieces that make you feel good, without freezing to death somewhere between the restaurant and the bar on any given Saturday night.

For those lucky enough to be trading grey days for somewhere sunny, there's plenty in here for you, too. Bikinis, oversized sunglasses, cotton two-pieces, and strappy sandals that practically beg for a bright pedicure will all be right at home in your suitcase, no matter which European locale you're planning to escape to. 

Of course, plenty of the pieces in our May fashion favourites are versatile to work across both scenarios. Even the slinkiest scarf top can become winter-appropriate if you style it correctly. And chunky jewellery or a fun shoe is the perfect way to brighten up your favourite knitwear or coat to trick yourself that even the dreariest of days could, in fact, be somewhere tropical.

So as we stand on the cusp of a new season, why not fill your cart with our May fashion favourites, below.

HARRIS TAPPER Graff Jacket in Embroidered Velvet 

CAMILLA AND MARC Rowan Knee Boot

COURTNEY ZHENG Cala Silk Cotton Lace Camisole and Calais Silk Cotton Lace Handkerchief Skirt

ACNE STUDIOS Odill Peach Nylon Jacket

REAL FINE STUDIO Puffy Hearts earrings

GUEST IN RESIDENCE Layered cotton, cashmere and silk-blend shirt

GIORGIO ARMANI Irregular women’s sunglasses

LIDO Ventiquattro embellished one-piece

SÉZANE Claude Necklace

POSSE Bianca Pant

BURBERRY Triangle Bikini Top and Tie Side Bottoms

VIKTORIA & WOODS Inception Shirt

THISTLES The Atlas D-frame acetate sunglasses

COS Longline Teddy Jacket

DÔEN Olympe embroidered wool and cashmere-blend cardigan

GIMAGUAS Wedge Sandal

SIR The Label Ingrid Lace Top

CHRISTOPHER ESBER Bandana Scarf Tie Top