Though the fashion world is already talking about a/w 16 best trends, it’s still July, which means there’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy (even in Ireland- well we do get humidity!). Whether you have a sun holiday planned or a staycation, there’s likely a travel outfit or two you need to plan. To help you out, we sifted through our favourite fashion bloggers to see what they have been wearing this summer.

Off the shoulder - a 2016 summer classic

A dressed up day time option for sightseeing

Adding colour makes your tan pop

A maxi dress hides a multitude so we can indulge in pasta and vino!

you can still wear black in the sun- it is super chic teamed with tan

show off your tanned legs in super high waisted cutoffs ...

the everyday uniform of stripes & denim. 

a white shirt adds class, lace up flats are a great alternative to flip-flops 

don't forget to add a fedora to keep the sun off the face!

Much like the classic LBD and the plain white Tee, denim cutoffs rank high on the list of timeless trends. Feared by some, loved by many, the versatility of this wardrobe staple makes this classic style a must-have for summer. The moment the sun comes out in Ireland, I reach for these Topshop ones. they are a perfect fit on me, slightly high waisted and comfortable too. Check them out HERE! 

James Read Sleep Mask Tan //

A hydrating face mask that gives the most gorgeous sun kissed glow? yep , it exists! 

I am always weary of putting self tan on my face, even those formulations that are supposed to be 'face friendly' in fear of a breakout. 
Now, that the face self tanning options are getting better, I'm delighted that James Read, has a new innovation for tanning. The Sleep Mask Tan (£25) is a hydrating face mask you apply before bed for a touch of colour and softer skin. Its packed full of hyaluronic acid, cucumber, aloe vera and red algae, which leave the skin soft , smooth and subtly tan. Whats not to love?

After you wash / exfoliate your face, apply a pea-size amount of the serum-like mask all over your face and neck. Wash your hands thoroughly and turn in for the night—it’s that easy. In the morning your skin will be left with hydrated, with a subtle glow.

But the best part? It doesn’t smell like a normal self-tanner. I am not sure how they covered the telltale smell of DHA (the active ingredient in all self-tanners), but it is remarkable. 

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley gave it the thumbs up also- "James Read Sleep Mask Tan is the best facial tanning product I've ever used. I'm addicted to it. It gives me extra body confidence for my shoots and on the catwalk." Well if it's good enough for Rosie....

SOLD. 

Energy Bites are a much healthier alternative to a chocolate bar that won't leave you feeling sluggish. It's the perfect on-the-go snack that only uses a handful of ingredients, and can be ready in just under five minutes. You can even try making the bites in bulk and freeze until you're ready to enjoy! I have been making a batch weekly to replace my need for biscuits every day! 

Makes 15 – 20 balls, depending on size

– 1 cup of medjool dates

- A tbsp of organic almond butter (i use Biona)

– 3/4 of a cup of almonds

– 3/4 of a cup of walnuts or any other nut

– 2 tablespoons of chia seeds

– 1 tablespoon of coconut oil

– 1 tablespoon of raw cacao powder

Start by placing the almonds, walnuts, and chia seeds in your food processor. Blend for 1 minute, until the a flour forms and the nuts have crumbled.

Then add the remaining ingredients, pitting the dates before adding those. Blend for another minute until a stick dough forms.

Use your hands to roll the mixture into little balls, place in a bowl and store in the fridge. My 2 year old absolutely loves them too!

Chances are you wore them as a child- the humble dungarees! Now the overalls are back en vogue with today's style influencers placing a modern twist on the denim classic. Want to get in on the soon-to-be cult piece before anyone else? Enjoy our lookbook of dungaree styling inspiration - featuring some serious fashion flashbacks. 

Wear with a breton stripe and a red lip a là Blair Eadie

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Pair a black pair with a Burberry trench and Chanel flats 

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                      A white tee, some rose gold sliders and messy bed hair? Perfection 
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 Channel 70's vibes with a strong lip, flared dungarees and an off the shoulder top
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Roll them up, put on a crisp white blouse and a cute bow and you are meeting-ready!

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The vibrant Valentino Rockstud goes perfectly with these white            cutoffs. Perfect with an olive tan like Alexandra Pereira.

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Happy Wednesday! 
Here is some mid-week inspiration with some H&M homeware as it now ships to Ireland (finally!), Homeware is so prominent in my mind at the moment and I just love buying it. I am obsessed with these Chloe suede and leather espadrilles , they are pricy but i think worth it. The Saint Laurent 'suede monogram medium' crossbody bag is dreamy and is only ever going to increase in value. The blush RedValentino coat is as dreamy as it looks and a staple regardless of the season in Ireland -(it's currently pouring down). Its definitely a 'Lets Stay In Bed' kinda day....

Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week is in full swing, and it's set to highlight the fall-winter 2016-2017 collections of elite fashion houses. As expected, celebrities are as much a part of the show as the clothes on the catwalk, but as usual , it was Olivia Palermo who stole the show in an array of bomber jackets. 

But what we couldn't anticipate from the ever-so-stylish Olivia Palermo? Seeing her repeatedly rock the same pieces as she went from event to event at Fall 2016's Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. It's safe to say Olivia packed pretty lightly for this trip, filling her suitcase with items she know she'd get more than one wear out of. Scroll through to see the different ways she styled an embellished leather jacket, a green bomber, and tasseled loafers as she made her rounds. 

Olivia wearing Olivia Palermo + Chelsea 28 Stripe Wide Leg Pants, Schiaparelli Spring 2016 Couture Jacket and Olivia Palermo + Chelsea28 Stripe Wide Leg Pants

Olivia wearing Rebecca Minkoff Pearl Embellished Wes Moto Jacket, Hermes Birkin Bag in Bordeaux Crocodile and Moncler Gamme Rouge Muguet Sneakers

Olivia wearing 3.1 Phillip Lim Trompe L'Oeil Underplay Bomber Jacket in Everglade, Giambattista Valli Spring 2016 Top & Skirt and Jimmy Choo Helena Tan Suede Pumps

Olivia Palermo – Giambattista Valli Haute Couture Fall 2016 show in Paris - July 4, 2016 

With the resurgence of everything from '70s flares to '90s mom jeans, the classic boyfriend jean is just one of the many denim options to wear these days. But with its laissez-faire slouch and goes-with-everything ease, it's truly a must-have style. It's versatile, but never boring. Today, I teamed them with my nude wedges and voilà. comfiest outfit ever!

Sleeveless Blazer  // Top // Boyfriend Jean // Wedges // Bag Similar //