Tomorrow Ireland’s capital is set to be hotter than Spain with temperatures set to soar to 17 degrees. It might be premature to start packing away your winter wardrobe in vacuum pack bags, but it’s a great excuse to inject some colour into your wardrobe and start planning your Summer wardrobe.
Filtering down from the catwalks, the 90s are the most influential decade for Spring/ Summer Fashion 2019. This nod to the 90s is all about de-stressed denim, 90’s satins, bold colours and tie-dye prints. A trend that has carried through from other seasons is Animal print, for Summer 2019 the focus is on snake print.
Penny’s Summer Collection 2019 is inspired by this decade gone by is full of fun, playful looks. Whether you are planning on staying in Ireland this Summer or going a bit further afield, this collection is perfect no matter the destination.
The collection, a mix of bold colours, prints and utilitarian vibes, is comprised of three key trends:
Desert Traveller
Desert Traveller sets the tone for summer, landing in stores at the end of April. The colour palette consists of soft beiges, rich terracotta, chocolate browns and khaki greens giving a modern twist on the utilitarian look. Statement pieces include paisley print chiffon kaftans, fringed crochet dress, rope detail belts and laundered neutral stripes that create a relaxed, urban gypsy look for warm evenings,
Point Break
Perfect for the Summer festival season, a collision of flamboyant colours and tie-dye amplifies the Point Break trend. Bleached denim jeans, hyper-floral kaftans and psychedelic crochet pieces steal the limelight as the intoxicating 90’s print makes a comeback. Fabrics are cool and lightweight which is essential for the season ahead. Key colours in the collection are burnt orange, mustard and cobalt blue, combining to create a fun look with a twist. It launches in store at the end of May.
Y2K
Y2K is full of 90’s satin, mesh detail, cargo pockets and electric snake print. The bold and graphic neon yellow, lime greens and reds are supported by muted tones of subtle oranges and browns. Fringed kimonos, all-over sequined swimsuits and neon shades exude youthful and expressive vibes for summer.
Some key statement pieces for the Summer season to keep you looking holiday ready all Summer are crochet jumpsuits, tie dye satin dresses and metallic bikinis.
