Race Day Dazzlers
It’s race season and the perfect excuse to make a fashion statement. Carissa Casey picks pieces with the all-important wow factor - to rent, buy or recycle.
Ear Ear
If hats aren’t your thing, consider a statement earring. There are a huge selection in the shops right now, from giant hoops to botanical themed pieces. Tie your hair up in a messy bun and keep everything else simple - a plain shift dress would be perfect.
Botanique Earrings €76, from revolve.com
Maxi Flower Earrings, €20 from Zara
Nabila Organic Shaped Resin Double Drop Earrings €23.50 from Oliver Bonas
Vintage
It’s the thing these days. Far from hiding the fact that we’re sporting second hand, we can now boast about our recycling credentials. Thriftify is a fabulous Irish charity website selling everything from high-end designer gear to high street fashion. Check out these amazing finds.
Visit thriftify.ie
Isla Ivory Madreperola Clutch Bag €714 (RRP €1,428)
Roland Mouret Green Capped Sleeve Dress €450
Sophia Webster Evangeline Heeled Sandal, €257.60 (RRP €644.00)
For One Day Only
Consider renting a fabulous dress if your budget won’t stretch to a new-buy. These snazzy numbers are available from a new Irish site Rag Revolution Rentals.
Visit theragrevolution.com
AJE Bayleaf - Rag Revolution Rental from €85 .
Cloud Burst Midi Dress - Rag Revolution Rental from €85
Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini - - Rag Revolution Rental from €85
In The Shops
There are some fabulous dresses in the shops right now, many of which will have plenty of life in them long after the winner’s been called. If you want to stay on trend, opt for pop colours or floaty florals, though neither will be going out of fashion any time soon.
Coast X Nick Grindrod Twist Front Maxi Dress Green €179
Jaeger Midi Dress, €210 at Marks & Spencer
Karen Millen Boucle Feather Bardot Dress €389
Maloka Drawstring Tech Dress €115
RHS Fruit embroidered Button Midi Dress €200
Head’s Up
What is race day without a stunning headpiece? Caithriona King has deservedly won awards for her extraordinary creations. Her studio is not far from the Ballybrit racecourse, making one of her pieces the odds on favourite if Galway Race weeks is on your agenda. The creations shown here are available to rent for about €80. Pair with a classic black dress.
Visit cathrionakingdesigns.com
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