Sustainable dressing: Wedding outfits collecting dust in your wardrobe? Use these pro styling tips to create new looks
Many women only don occasion wear once, then leave it in their wardrobes to collect dust. Well, not any more with our stylist’s clever tweaks to create four new looks
For the sake of both the environment and your bank balance, being an outfit repeater is an essential skill you must learn — especially in an age of three-day weddings. Below are three classic outfits from Irish clothing brand Kate Cooper, available at sineadsboutique.com, that you can wear time and time again with some simple styling changes. Of course, you can just re-wear the outfit to another wedding as is. In my experience, people tend to pay more attention to the bride anyway.
This boho chic, pleated tie-dye dress, €246, is the my top pick for ladies who put comfort first. Pair this easy, breezy dress with a bold pink or lime heel to make the colours in the print pop. For those of you who love fascinators, this is also the perfect outfit to play around with. The print is fun yet not too busy so it allows you to go more out there with your accessories. If you have a holiday in the sun coming up, this dress is ideal to bring along. Pair with a brown leather slider, oversized sunnies and a woven sun hat and, like magic, you’re ready to pretend to read by the pool while sipping a mimosa.
Nothing is sexier than a good suit paired with a pointed heel. This red, satin-collar jacket and wide legged trousers, €296, are perfect for any wedding guest who wants to stand out. Together, the jacket and trousers create a striking look, but worn as separates the possibilities are endless. Try the high-waisted, flowy trousers with a white button-down blouse or Breton T-shirt and black loafers for an effortless Parisian chic feel. Or wear the blazer with blue denim jeans, a silk cami and a strappy heel for a girls’ brunch date.
For the ladies who enjoy a classic, feminine look, the soft water-colour effect on this dress is a great update on the floral print. The balloon sleeve and empire waistline are perfect for those who are more body conscious — it’s a flattering fit and leaves room for movement. Pair this flower print dress, €205, with bold gold accessories like a platform heel, clutch purse and embellished headband. Then, after the wedding, switch the platforms for white leather runners and add a denim jacket for the perfect BBQ or summer concert look.
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