The Summer Edit
8 Min read
There’s something about this point in the year that always feels a little magical.
After months of day dreaming about brighter mornings and longer evenings, summer finally arrives in a blaze of joy and abundance. We gather around tables in the garden, swim in wild waters, wander barefoot along the shoreline, linger over sunset dinners and savour the bliss of simply being outside.
At Ancient + Brave, we've always looked to the wisdom of nature and the changing seasons to shape the way we live. Every season has something to teach us. Summer invites us to embrace life fully. Yet, like nature itself, it reminds us that abundance is best balanced with moments of pause. It's in returning to simple, nourishing rituals - those small acts of care we come back to each day - that we are able to slow down enough to enjoy it all.
With that in mind, we've curated our Summer Edit - a collection of brands we genuinely love and reach for throughout the season. From nourishing skincare rituals and effortless style to memorable scents, alfresco gatherings and restorative escapes, these are the people, products and places that have become part of our own summer rhythm.
We hope they inspire yours.
AKT London
Founded by London’s West End performers Ed Currie and Andy Coxon, AKT (pr. ‘act’) is ‘The Personal Performance Company’ for those ‘Born to Perform’ on stage, and in life. From multi award-winning Deodorant Balm and Foaming Body Scrub, to their ground-breaking, no-added-water Body Wash Concentrate, their high-performance body care essentials with showstopping fragrances, are creatively formulated to give you the confidence to step onto your stage - whatever that may be - and perform!
Why we love it
AKT's natural, plastic-free approach to body care feels thoughtfully considered and closely aligned with our own values. Their products have become a staple in our summer wash bag, with compact essentials that are perfect for festivals, weekends away or long summer holidays.
Enjoy 20% off the SC01 Starter Set with code ANCIENTAKT
T&Cs: Valid until August 3rd 2026. Code is not valid on subscriptions or in conjunction with other discounts or promotions. Previously purchased items are ineligible for price adjustments. One use per customer.
Tilly Sveaas
Tilly Sveaas is a British jewelry brand founded in 2016 that has built a cult following for its iconic T-Bar designs worn by the likes of Taylor Swift and Sophie Turner. This summer they've launched their new Charm Studio where customers can mix & match chains and charms to create a necklace made just for them. Their jewelry is designed to be worn again and again, with statement gold & silver bangles and layering necklaces that are perfect go-to pieces for summer holidays.
Why we love it
There's something special about choosing jewelry that tells your story. We love Tilly Sveaas' timeless approach to design, creating pieces that feel personal, are made to be worn every day and become part of the memories you make along the way.
Take 15% off your next order with code ANCIENTBRAVE15
T&Cs: Valid until August 31st 2026. One-time use code, applicable to full price products only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on gift cards.
Mother Root
Mother Root is the ginger non-alcoholic aperitif that serves up a dose of good feelings. Just four natural ingredients: zingy ginger, tangy apple-cider vinegar, mellow blossom honey and a lick of chilli heat. It celebrates your favourite end-of-the-day ritual by taking the no out of ‘not drinking’. It’s the ultimate summer spritz that savours the slow burn.
Why we love it
Summer has a way of bringing people together, and Mother Root is something we love sharing at these times - long lunches, summer suppers and slow evenings outdoors. Crafted from just a few natural ingredients, it's beautifully simple, full of flavour and brings something a little different to the table.
Use code ANCIENTROOT15 to enjoy 15% off your bottle.
T&Cs: Valid until September 30th 2026. Code valid on one-time orders only, cannot be combined with other discounts, applied to bundles or subscriptions. One use per customer. UK and US only.
Stripe & Stare
Founded in 2017 by Katie Lopes and Nicola Piercy, Stripe & Stare is an award-winning, female-founded lingerie and sleepwear brand redefining everyday comfort. Crafted from signature TENCEL™ Micro Modal, a fibre derived from sustainably sourced wood pulp that's exceptionally soft and 95% biodegradable, every piece is thoughtfully designed with comfort and conscious craftsmanship in mind. As a proud B Corp, Stripe & Stare combines purpose-led innovation with a simple belief: nothing great was ever achieved in uncomfortable knickers.
Why we love it
The things we wear closest to our skin deserve just as much consideration as everything else in our wardrobe. Stripe & Stare's beautifully soft essentials have become favourites for everyday comfort, and are always among the first things we pack for a summer getaway.
Use code ANCIENT20 to enjoy 20% off sitewide
T&Cs: Valid until August 31st 2026. Full-price items only. Excludes subscriptions and cannot be combined with other offers. One use per customer.
Abel Fragrance
Founded by former winemaker Frances Shoemack, Abel creates contemporary fragrances using 100% natural ingredients, blending the artistry of master perfumery with the latest advances in biotechnology. Every scent is crafted to be distinctive, long-lasting and beautifully complex, reflecting the brand's belief that natural fragrance can be every bit as sophisticated as its synthetic counterparts.
Why we love it
We often talk about nourishing the body, but caring for our wellbeing is also about engaging the senses. A favourite fragrance has the power to transport us back to a place or moment in an instant. We love Abel's commitment to creating fragrances from 100% natural ingredients, capturing the beauty of nature in scents that become part of the story of summer.
Receive a complimentary 6ml mini with any 50ml perfume purchase with code ABELXBRAVE6
T&Cs: Valid until August 9th 2026. Add a 6ml and a 50ml of choice to cart and enter code at checkout. Code only applies to qualifying orders. Redeemable only at abelfragrance.com. Cannot be combined with any other discount, offer, or loyalty points.
Glaize
Glaize is a UK-based, female-founded nail care brand reinventing the at-home manicure with premium stick-on gels and press-ons. Best known for its made-to-measure stick-on gels, Glaize develops and ethically manufactures its gel products in its own UK factory, using proprietary formulations and patented sizing technology to deliver a salon-quality finish in minutes, without a UV lamp or nail damage.
Why we love it
Some of the best products are the ones that simplify - allowing more time for things we love. Glaize makes it easy to achieve beautifully polished nails in minutes, ready for you to show off all summer long.
Enjoy 15% off your order with code ANCIENT15
T&Cs: Valid until August 31st 2026. Valid on one-time purchases only, excludes bundles. No minimum spend required. One use per customer. Can be combined with product discounts.
Ultra Violette
Ultra Violette is the Australian sunscreen brand that transformed the way we think about SPF, creating the skincare-meets-sunscreen category with its innovative SKINSCREEN™ formulas. Founded by beauty industry veterans Bec Jefferd and Ava Chandler-Matthews, the brand was born from a simple belief: daily sun protection should feel as enjoyable to wear as your favourite skincare. Developed and tested in Australia, every formula combines high-performance UV protection with lightweight, skincare-inspired textures designed for everyday use.
Why we love it
Summer is for embracing the outdoors, from morning coffees in the garden to long afternoons by the sea - making skin protection more important than ever. Ultra Violette makes protecting your skin feel effortless, so you can enjoy every sunny moment knowing your skin is not just protected, but also nourished.
Use code ABUV15 to enjoy 15% off your next order
T&Cs: Valid until September 30th 2026 11:59 pm AEST. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Discount must be applied at checkout. UK and US only.
Davy J
Davy J is a sustainable swimwear brand founded on the Devon coastline for women who love life in and around the water. Created by circular economy advocate Helen Lofts, each swimsuit is designed to perform through every adventure while being made from ECONYL®, a regenerated nylon yarn created from waste including discarded fishing nets. Thoughtfully designed to last, Davy J proves that exceptional swimwear can feel good to wear and be kinder to the planet.
Why we love it
There's something wonderfully freeing about spending time in the water, whether it's an early morning sea swim, a paddleboard adventure or days spent exploring the coast. We love Davy J's commitment to creating swimwear that's designed to last, using regenerated materials that reflect a genuine respect for the natural world.
Use code BRAVEDAVYJ to enjoy $15 OFF orders above $100 for the rest of the year
T&Cs: Valid until December 31st 2026. Valid on orders above $100 RRP only.
Hansine
Known as the best-kept secret of the style set, Hansine is a British luxury resortwear brand inspired by a love of travel. Founded by Hansine Johnston, the brand is celebrated for its vintage-inspired prints, timeless silhouettes and versatile pieces that transition effortlessly from beach to bar. Designed in London and crafted in small batches using bespoke fabrics, each collection reflects a commitment to thoughtful craftsmanship, enduring style and pieces you'll return to year after year.
Why we love it
Holidays have a way of reminding us that we often need less than we think. Hansine's versatile pieces make packing simpler, taking you effortlessly from beach to bar with just a few well-chosen favourites.
Use Enjoy 15% off your order code BRAVE15
T&CS: Valid until August 28th 2026.
