You’re headed out on a short holiday. That’s great! Now don’t mess up your mini adventure by packing your luggage for a weekend trip with scores of things you don’t need, dragging along overpacked bags, and leaving things behind you wish you’d included.
Cropped trousers, otherwise known as ankle trousers or capris, make a lot of sense when the outside temperature is between hot and cold—as is so often the case during our notoriously brief summers. And capris have long been portrayed on the big screen and in fashion magazines as part of an appealing and chic, relaxed summer look. However, many will agree they’re a tricky wardrobe item to style well in practice.
Flannel is a woven fabric usually made from cotton, wool or a blend of fibers, characterized by its slightly raised nap and soft hand. Durable, warm and comfortable, flannel is routinely used in the production of sheets, blankets, and apparel such as sleepwear and long-sleeve shirts ; the latter having become an iconic symbol of rugged outdoorsiness.
Stars put flat caps in the limelight now and then—think David Beckham, and Brad Pitt, to name just a few—but the low-profile hat rises well above the fashion whims of famous blokes.
The start of jumper season is upon us, and it’s cosy consolation for the end of summer. If we must say farewell to warm, sunny days, at least we have our favourite knits to cuddle up in whilst enjoying a cuppa.
axed cotton is a fabric infused with paraffin or bee’s wax in order to make the cloth water-resistant. It is most commonly used in waxed cotton jackets and coats , though it is also used in water-repellent hats , bags, and even shoes.
With summer officially over, it’s time to think about ditching the shorts and T-shirts and focus on wardrobe essentials for autumn.
Military-inspired clothing is deeply entrenched in fashion. In camouflage print separates and bomber jackets, the military influence is front and centre.
Autumn is upon us and we’ve already felt the first hints of its approach in crisp morning and evening air. This is the time of year when people take a mental inventory of the warm jackets and cosy jumpers and cardis in their wardrobe.
Wearing a scarf in summer can feel antithetical to the season. You just ditched the layers, after all, and it feels delicious simply to throw on a pair of shorts and a T-shirt before heading out.