Sunday 19 June 2011

How to Wear It - Irish Examiner - June 18th

HOW TO WEAR IT...Parkas
Parkas aren’t just for festivals. Annmarie O’Connor shows you how to wear summer’s utility staple.

Look 1
Give pastels the edge with khaki tones. A parka top instantly urbanises these mint trousers for a cool summer look. 

Zadig & Voltaire utility shirt, Brown Thomas €175
Enya Costa deep V tee, Brown Thomas €115
Dries Van Noten ‘Philis’ wide leg trousers, Brown Thomas  €395
Zadig  & Voltaire belt, Brown Thomas €120
KG by Kurt Geiger suede ankle boots, Brown Thomas €210

Look 2
Lace is the perfect partner for prettying up your parka. Just add suede ankle boots for a laid-back, ladylike look.

Army surplus jacket, Urban Outfitters €59
Zadig & Voltaire belt, Brown Thomas €120
Lace maxi dress, Zara €139.95
Eilis Boyle lace & tulle collar (worn as epaulette), Bow Boutique €105
KG by Kurt Geiger suede ankle boots, Brown Thomas €210

For the rest of this article, pick up a copy of the Irish Examiner. 

Styled by Annmarie O’Connor
Assisted by Ellen Quinn Banville
Photos by Miki Barlok

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