Great Blazers, Pretty Dresses And Playful Jewels: 10 Outfits We Love
By Sarah Macken
Let these easy, effortless and exciting looks inspire what you wear this week …
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Channel a 1970s look with a white-on-white outfit, punctuated by a black leather bucket bag. It’s a simple but lush combination.
Ladylike shoes continue to be big news – see the array of ballet flats and T-bar styles which abound for summer – and are firmly on trend for autumn, too. If you’ve yet to fall for a pair of mesh ballerinas, may we recommend this pair.
A knitted vest is the perfect summer in Ireland buy. Wear it tucked into high-waisted jeans, as a layering piece under a statement kimono or with an of-the-moment hoop maxi skirt: there are a multitude of styling options.
Running errands? The changeable weather means a trench coat and a roomy bag, in tonal shades, are an appealing option. Pair with straight-leg jeans and black sandals for a look that nods to the now.
It’s all about the detail, especially when it comes to playful jewellery. The perfect way to add a hint of devil-may-care summer attitude to your wardrobe (particularly when the weather isn’t playing ball), a necklace that’s a mish-mash of gems, pearls and beads uplifts a classic striped knit.
Could there be a more perfect city look? We think not. Take note of the combination: a T-shirt and boxy blazer (the same one you’ve been wearing through autumn and spring), paired with black shorts and flip flops. Balance the casualness of the footwear by adding a structured leather bag.
Dressing up? A black blazer draped over a cream, or off-white, dress is a luxurious combination. Choose a blazer with a striking silhouette. Think: a dramatic, nipped-in waist or a strong shoulder.
Dress down traditional pearls by pairing them with a simple white T-shirt. For something different, eschew gold for silver touches in bangles and rings, and play up the ladylike look with a dainty watch.
Perhaps the strangest thing about this summer is that we often find ourselves in transitional outfits … in July! We say: embrace the comfort (and warmth!) of old-familiar pieces but equally add an unexpected twist – a vintage scarf, a pop of lipstick or a textured bag – to keep things interesting.
Sometimes, you just have to don a pretty dress. If you’re headed to a summer wedding, read our guide on how to be the best dressed guest here.
