How to Build Your Summer Wardrobe to Boost Your Mood.
A Note From Our Founder
“As a designer, I’ve always believed that clothing is a reflection of how we feel inside. Throughout my career, I’ve observed how different moods can completely shift the way we approach our wardrobes. Early on, my own clothes were a way to express the energy I wanted to embody - whether that was through the sharp lines of a well-tailored piece or the softness of an easy, flowing silhouette. Over the years, I’ve noticed how my wardrobe has changed as my life has evolved.
Becoming a mother brought a whole new sense of practicality to the way I dress. It was no longer just about what looked good, but what felt good… and what would help me move through my day with ease and confidence. I’ve come to understand the power of dressing for mood rather than occasion. Some days, I want to feel grounded, and I’ll reach for a simple, clean silhouette, letting the colour bring me calm. Other days, I need something that feels more energised, and that’s when I’ll pick something to lift my spirits. The beauty of mood-based dressing is that it evolves with you, just as life does.
Art and music have always been a huge part of my life, and now they play an even larger role in how I approach design based on my mood. The energy I get from a powerful piece of art or a song that resonates deeply with me has a direct influence on how I design and what colours, shapes, and textures I use. Now, more than ever, I create pieces that allow women to dress for the way they feel, not just how they want to look. I want my designs to empower women — to give them something to wear that’s a reflection of their inner rhythm.”
- Amber Gardner, Shjark Founder & Designer
How to Build Your Summer Wardrobe to Boost Your Mood
Your wardrobe has the power to influence how you feel, how you carry yourself, and how you navigate through your day. For our Summer ‘25 collection, we’re leaning into the idea that summer dressing isn’t just about the occasion - it’s about the mood you want to channel. Instead of focusing on what’s "appropriate" for an event or weekend, think of your wardrobe as an emotional tool. Whether you're embracing a burst of energy or seeking calm in the chaos, you can choose pieces that reflect how you want to feel, not just what you have to wear. Here’s how to approach summer styling with intention, and embrace the collection that helps you do just that.
The Ava Blouse with The Palermo Trouser
For the Days You Want to Feel Energised
Some days you need your “I’ve got this” look. Choose bold, expressive pieces that draw confidence, and amplify your presence in a way that feels right for you. Try the Palermo Trouser in Rust paired with the new Ava Blouse in Cornflower Stripe as an unexpected pairing that brings both vibrancy and confidence. (Colour = energy).
For Those Soft, Reflective Moments
Other days, you want to feel grounded and soft. The Arabella Dress in Brick or the Crosby Dress in Midnight Gingham give off an aura of simple, quiet confidence. These pieces don’t call for attention - they just let you exist and move with grace.
The Cairo Shirt with The Selbourne Trouser
For When You Need Something Playful
We hope there are days when you want your wardrobe to reflect lightness and joy. Reach for something easy yet lively, like the Ava Blouse in Cornflower Stripe or the Cairo Shirt in Chartreuse. These pieces mix playful patterns and textures, offering the perfect balance of fun and sophisticated ease.
For Those Grounded Days of Calm
When the world feels chaotic, wear what keeps you steady. The Whitman Jacket in Natural Linen and Selbourne Trouser in Navy Linen offer structure without rigidity, grounded in colour and shape that feels empowering but never overwhelming.
Building a Wardrobe That Reflects Your Mood
It’s not about adding more pieces to your wardrobe, but curating it to support the woman you are. A wardrobe that’s curated to your mood will serve you better than anything based on “rules” of what you should wear.
Our Summer 2025 collection has been created with these moods in mind. Versatile, timeless, and intentionally designed to adapt, each piece invites you to express your mood through your clothing.
Available now for preorder, Summer ‘25 is extremely limited. Secure your wardrobe for the season ahead before it’s gone.
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