If your winter boots and coats are too heavy but you’re not ready to wear your spring wardrobe yet, here are a few handy options that will help bridge the gap with ease
Dunnes Stores: Carolyn Donnelly The Edit Reversible Gilet – €70
If you have yet to invest in some sort of full-length gilet or simply looking to upgrade the one you have, this reversible style from Irish designer Carolyn Donnelly for Dunnes Stores, is a great option. With a large hood, deep pockets and two-way zips, it’s great for dashing between school pickups and activities in the car, or for walking the dog on a cool spring evening.
Pamela Scott: Zapara Soft Boucle Coat – €59.99
Add a vibrant splash of colour to your transitional wardrobe with this fabulous coat from Pamela Scott. Cosy, comfortable and practical with a hood and front pockets, it has everything you need to keep you warm and stylish as you go about your day. We especially love the ribbed cuffs with contrast bands. It is free size (8 – 16) and available in four colours.
Vero Moda: Chelsea Coat – €59.99
There is so much to love about this trench style midi coat – the stylish wide sleeves, the large pockets, the flattering belt detail, the fact that it’s fully lined and most importantly, has a hood to protect you from those unexpected downpours. Available in three colours.
Sinead Keary The Label: Nicola Gilet Puffer Jacket – €149
Brilliantly blending style with functionality, this jacket/gilet hybrid is the perfect transitional piece to have in your wardrobe. The key to its versatility is the removable sleeve feature, which transforms the jacket into a stylish gilet, making your new piece work harder in your wardrobe. Also available in black.
Marks & Spencer: Leather Bow Loafers – €70
As we move towards brighter and colourful hues in our wardrobe, it’s a good idea to have a pair of shoes that will adapt to a myriad of outfits. Enter this wonderfully versatile pair of loafers from Marks & Spencer. With a comfy flat heel and decorative bow for a feminine flourish, it is a superb office shoe to take you through the spring and summer months.
Converse: All-Star Hi Trainers in Navy – €75
You can’t beat a classic and the navy Converse All Star Hi is definitely a classic shoe! The canvas upper bears the original Chuck Taylor badge on the inner ankle and sits on a rubber vulcanised sole with toe cap. Ideal if you still want to keep your ankles covered but have retired your heavier boots to the bottom of your wardrobe for now.
Russell & Bromley: Mary Jane Flat – £275/€330
Flats are having a major fashion moment and, while these adorable Mary Janes may bring bring back memories of your school days, getting them in a sleek metallic leather will bring your look right up to date. The perfect shoe to infuse your winter wardrobe with some subtle spring vibes.
New Look: Stone Leopard Print Faux Suede Trainers – €42
We all have runners and trainers for going for walks or runs but a pair of chic fashion trainers is a great way to elevate any casual look, while still staying comfortable. This leopard print pair from New Look has a smart suede finish with a cheeky pop of red at the heel – a nod to brighter days ahead, perhaps?
