If you’re going all out Green tomorrow (St Patrick’s Day, if you didn’t already know!) you might be interested to know that green is a very ‘in’ colour at the moment with a shade (apparently there are 40…) to match every complexion. Green is a big trend for Spring and just glancing around the high street stores this week, you’ll see everything from pale pastel green to deep emerald right through to military olive tones. Wearing green from head to toe and mixing different shades of green together is not an easy look to pull off, so try mixing in some neutrals to break up your greens.
So there you have it - not only is green bang on trend, here’s what our resident Colour Therapist has to say about it: “Green is the colour of the heart chakra. Green is the colour of nature. Green is the most predominant colour on the planet. It balances our energies, and it can be used to increase our sensitivity and compassion. It represents purity and harmony. It has a calming effect, especially in inflamed conditions of the body. It is soothing to the nervous system. It is a great healer.”
This week, we’ve scoured the shops to bring you some divine green pieces to incorporate into your wardrobe, for March 17th and beyond...
OOOH ERR!
These green trunks are from Pants to Poverty and will set you back just over €12. Not only do Pants to Poverty source Fairtrade cotton, but they also help the growers and producers by funding special projects with income generated from sales of pants (first project is the world’s first child labour free cotton seed production project). They also help farmers sell their cotton on, coordinate internship programmes and donate 50p per pair to fund the establishment of the world’s first source of child labour free seeds!
RETRO TIME
Go retro with this delightful classic digital sportswatch from the Adidas originals range. With alarm, stopwatch and backlight. €65.
RUFFLE ME UP
This Ted Baker ruffle neck top is made of soft jersey material which offers uber comfort. T he silk ruffle at the neckline and pleat detail sleeve add a touch of class. The scoop neckline and bodyskimming style will flatter. €62.
GLAM FROCK
If you want to go for all out glam, try this floorlength green ballgown from Caprice’s collection at Littlewoods (delivery to Spain €5). Suitable for any special occasion this maxi dress from Caprice is a show stopper. The dress has an open over layer of fabric with ruching detail under the bust. With adjustable straps, padded cups and a tie to the back for a perfect fit.
KIMONO
This pleated kimono top by South will hide a multitude of lumps and bumps if needs be. Priced at £15, it’s also available in aubergine, black and blue. HAIRY BABY If you don’t necessarily want to sport something green this Paddy’s Day, but would like something authentically Irish instead, check out www.hairybaby.ie. The website sports a hilarious collection of tshirts celebrating the best (and worst) of Irish humour. Here are some of our favourites:
I'm a savage for Bacon and Cabbage, Some call it bubble and squeak, My tummy starts achin', when I see the bacon, With the smell of the cabbage I'm weak........
Doesn't Mary have a lovely bottom. Of course, they all have lovely bottoms! Father Ted classic.
The dreaded 40 days and 40 nights are upon us and now we have to give up sweets again, it just not fair!