the beach is calling and so are ultra-feminine dresses, bohemian tops and excellent swimwear. Dive into this sublime holiday edit …
Picture this: you’ve finally switched on your out-of-office and you’re holidaying in the perfect beach destination with a dreamy wardrobe to match. We may not be able to handle your holiday booking, but we certainly can help with the clothing part. Namely, by directing you to the array of boutiques at Kildare Village, where there are a host of incredible savings to be made on summer dressing.
Every good summer wardrobe starts with a dress. And, right now, a wafty dress in a bright pattern feels like the perfect go-to. Look to brands like Reiss where mini-dresses with bold floral patterns reign supreme in oceanic shades of blue. Equally, French favourite BA&SH delivers on above the knee styles – the hemline of the season – that have a louche, bohemian vibe: ideal for lounging poolside or hitting up the local market in style. Tops are a talking point, too – a printed crop top with a frilled trim (pair it with this season’s high waisted cut-offs or draw-string shorts), as seen at Ted Baker, is the only way to go.
What about togs? We’ll let you in on a secret – activewear brand Sweaty Betty does amazing swimwear. Its super-flattering panelled swimsuit in an icy shade of lilac is the well-fitting one-piece you need in your life. That’s not the only wardrobe addition you need to think about, though: a do-it-all bag is front and centre of your holiday artillery. We’ll never tire of a woven or canvas bag that nods to the natural trend, let Michael Kors’ leather-handle tote be your go-to for day wear, while Dune’s woven clutch in a jaunty shade of orange can accompany you for cocktail hour. Speaking of Dune, the brand’s woven double-strap sandals are the chicest way to buy into the strappy sandal trend. It may be holiday time but don’t forget about some sparkle, either. As a final flourish, a set of dainty diamond earrings from Irish maker Emma by Jane is the perfect contemporary finish to any look. Now all that’s left is to get packing: bon voyage!
Kildare Village is open from 9am to 8pm daily. For further information visit the Kildare Village website, or follow @kildarevillage.
Printed crop top, RRP €125, Village price €85, at Ted Baker.
Orange bag, RRP €100, Village price €67, at Dune.
Carla dress, RRP €180, Village price €120.60, at Reiss.
Woven sandals, RRP €125, Village price €84, at Dune.
Canvas tote bag, RRP €545, Village price €359, at Michael Kors.
Floral print dress, RRP €190, Village price €125.40, at BA&SH.
Swimsuit, RRP €80, Village price €52, at Sweaty Betty.
Orange sandals, Carvela, RRP €115, Village price €80, at Kurt Geiger.
Light Havana sunglasses, Ray Ban, RRP €115, Village price €80.50, at David Clulow.
Playsuit, RRP €192.50, Village price €128.50, at American Vintage.
Anna diamond chain earring, €99, at Emma by Jane.