10 Cool Spring Buys That Feel Thoroughly Modern
By Sarah Macken
From vintage-inspired hats and bandana-print bags to contrast linen skirts and cargo pants, these buys from Massimo Dutti, Madewell, Róhe and Mango have contemporary appeal …
Silk scarves are a micro-trend that still has appeal for spring. Choose a narrow style, preferably with a fringe-trim, or one that’s made from a luxe fabric like silk, and team with a spaghetti-strap dress. Vanilla Duni silk scarf, €220; www.alamadalabel.com.
The contrast colours in Massimo Dutti‘s layered midi skirt feel fresh. Style it with thong flip-flops or sandals for a modern look. Brown layered linen midi skirt, €120, at Massimo Dutti.
The coolest way to demonstrate your fashion nous? It’s with aquatic accessories. Look to statement evening bags or long necklaces with fish motifs to finish your look. Brass fish-shaped bag, $625; www.thevin.store.
Retro hats with a modern twist have abounded for the last few seasons – and we’re enamoured. This style from Zara would be the perfect final flourish to a contemporary wedding guest outfit. Natural woven hat, €25.99, at Zara.
For the new season, buzzy brand Róhe is all about blouses made from luxurious silks. Invest in the co-ordinating shorts, if your budget stretches. Brown silk blouse, Róhe, €645, at Brown Thomas.
Hello, perfect statement tops! The off-the-shoulder silhouette of this style from Mango feels very now. Ecru asymmetrical blouse, €49.99, at Mango.
Apparently, Call It By Your Name’s printed bags are loved by Parisians for off-duty dressing. This slouchy style is summer-perfect. Brown bandana print cotton tote, Call It By Your Name, €150; www.net-a-porter.com.
This blue silk camisole reminds of Chloé’s Left Bank cool with an under €100 price-point. Thank you, Sézane. Powder blue Adonie top, €85; www.sezane.com.
Oval sunglasses may be trending thanks to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, but a pair of oversized aviators will automatically grant your look some edge. Tortoiseshell Logan aviator sunglasses, €89; www.madewell.com.
Fashion is embracing the utilitarian look now, with brands going big on chinos and khaki cargo pants with multiple pockets. Try them if you’re bored of jeans. Camel Kyoto cotton pants, Leset, €325; www.net-a-porter.com.
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