TOPSHOP CUTOUT SUN DRESS: €43

This dress is perfect for any sun we will (hopefully) encounter over the coming weeks, and is a fun,great way to wear the clashing colour and print trend! This dress can easily be brought from day to night. For day, slip on a pair of gladiator sandals/ ankle boots (depending on the unreliable Irish weather!), a blazer/leather jacket, accessorise with a chunky necklace and bangles, while for night, simply add a pair of reliable wedges or slinky stilettos, a hot clutch, and you’re ready for a night on the town!

A-WEAR NAVY BELTED SHORTS: NOW €15

These shorts are perfect for smart/casual wear, as they’re suitable for the office, showing the appropriate amount of leg, while not overly heavy and stifling. The belt is a great accessory in itself, so there’s no need to over accessorise, and they’re a cool option for strolling around town in, just pair with a white top, oversized bag, and moccasins, plus they’re a bargain at €15!

BOOHOO.COM CASUAL KHAKI JOGGERS: €20

In a military inspired shade, with back pockets and side piping detail, an elastic waistband and cuffs, these trousers are both comfy and flattering, and can be dressed up or down. They also hit two major trends, khaki being a key colour this summer, and the side piping being incorporated into casual wear, plus they’re very affordable and a wardrobe staple. Team with a vest, blazer, and wedge hightops to nail the sports – luxe look, or stilettos for a leg lengthening effect.

BERSHKA BLAZER WITH POCKETS: €29.99

A coloured blazer is an essential wardrobe staple in a summer wardrobe as they’re a great means of injecting a pop of colour into your colour palette, while a cool and light way to have on an extra layer (always a good idea with the inevitable random winds in Ireland). They are also unendingly versatile; pair them with shorts, skirts, dresses. They literally go with everything! This number from Bershka is a reasonable €29.99, and comes in four different shades: turquoise, coral, nude pink and cream.

NEW LOOK NEON PINK SKINNY JEANS: €19.99

Neon is such a hot summer trend, and for those who daren’t brave the shorts, here’s a pair of very affordable skinny jeans that nail the trend, while making an equally colourful statement. They’re endlessly versatile as you can pair them with any type of footwear, from brogues, to high-tops, to killer heels for a night out. Avoid making an outfit overly colourful by opting for a muted top, and layering on the accessories.

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Topshop.com

A-wear.ie

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Bershka.com

New Look.com

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