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Trans-Seasonal Dressing: What To Wear When It's Balmy One Minute And A Blizzard The Next
Heres how ELLE UK's fashion editors are bridging the gap between seasons now.
How terribly British to be talking about the weather. But, if the weather weren't so terrible, would we talk about it? Probably yes.
Anyway, we've having a dreary old spring in Blighty so far, with clear skies one second and literal blizzards the next. And straight after our concerns about climate change come our questions about how exactly we're meant to dress. While we're keen to get out SS24 spoils out, bare legs and even arms still feel out of the question.
Here, the ELLE UK fashion editors dish the dirt on exactly how they're nailing trans-seasonal now.
Eni Subair, Fashion Features Editor
'My crystal-adorned Conner Ives hoodie has been my saving grace, and I’ve been pairing it with dark-wash jeans or under a light trench coat, replacing my favourite chocolate brown puffer coat from Uniqlo. Despite being a trainer enthusiast – Cecilie Bahnsen X Asics and Adidas Wales Bonner Sambas are my go-to’s – I’ve worked in both fanciful crystal flats from Dear Frances and bright red flats from Simone Rocha. To soothe my trainer obsession Kiko Kostadinov’s snake-print ribbon flats with a bouncy, rubber sole has been a great solution.'
Roberta Schroeder, Senior Ecommerce Editor – Luxury
'Once the temperature tips 10 degrees it's officially summer in my book, but I will admit I'm not quite ready to break out my bare, sun-starved legs. My current workaround is all about the light layers: I've been wearing tailored short shorts with a giant sweater and chunky knitted socks to tone down the naked-ness: I might also layer on a low-denier tight if the forecast is looking shaky.'
Daisy Murray, Site Fashion Editor
'Are you ready for the least sexy statement of all time? Hemp clogs have become my weird weather saviour.
'Yep, clogs that are made out of hemp - paired with everything from my nursery run favourite of tracksuit bottoms and Sea patchwork jacket to vintage nightdresses or corduroy trousers - are a rainy day favourite and are the IYKYK fashion shoe of the moment (mine are from Wolf & Gypsy Vintage).
'Likewise, my &Daughter Ada cardigan (in Poppy red, of course) rarely leaves my back thanks to its punchy colour and layering properties.'
Holly Gorst, Fashion Editor
'One of the toughest times of year to dress – so I focus on a piece that works for each season in one look. Some cashmere knitwear from my winter wardrobe, jeans which of course are great all year around and then some ballet flats, just so it looks like I’m embracing the ever so slight sunshine in London.'
Tamison O'Connor Fashion Features Director
'With temperatures fluctuating so drastically, I’m layering short-sleeved cotton tees under lightweight wool or cashmere jumpers, a winning combination that sees me through the day, and have swapped my boots for leather Mary Jane style flats, as they feel more spring-like, but still keep my toes covered. I’m also keeping my trusty Wardrobe.NYC raincoat close to hand. It’s super lightweight, but comfortably covers me from head to ankle when it starts to pour.'
Daisy Murray is the Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, spotlighting emerging designers, sustainable shopping, and celebrity style. Since joining in 2016 as an editorial intern, Daisy has run the gamut of fashion journalism - interviewing Molly Goddard backstage at London Fashion Week, investigating the power of androgynous dressing and celebrating the joys of vintage shopping.
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