How to wear it: Picnic
As soon as the sun comes out in London, the parks become a mass of foraging picnic-goers with baskets full of finger sandwiches, scones and of course, no British picnic would be complete without gallons and gallons of Pimms.
Of course, what you wear is just as important as what you munch so take a read of our favourite looks for every type of picnic you might be heading to this month.
The casual one in the park
When dining outside in the glorious yet infamously unreliable English weather, it’s imperative to layer up so you are prepared for rain or shine. This collared All Saints coat is the perfect subtle shade of lilac to lure you away from darker, wintery tones and into the lighter pastels of Spring. Pair with a light-knit jumper like the one below and a funky pair of round sunnies to protect your beautiful eyes from the Sun.
Take this simple look to the next level by tying your hair up, leaving your ears and neck on show, making way for our jaw-droppingly stunning Olympia drop earrings. The trio of hoops ooze elegance and add a sparkly shimmer to the outfit. Plus, the combination of yellow, rose and white gold gives them an interesting and original appearance.
To complete your picnic look, why not take along of lovely large bottle of Britain’s finest Pimms with some fresh strawberries, cucumber and mint leaves…is your mouth drooling already?
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The fancy one with your friends
Occasionally, people like to take the classic British picnic to the next level – less ham and cheese, more petits fours. Of course, this calls for a slightly more put together look. Baggy jumpers won’t quite make the cut at your fancy friend’s fancy garden party. Dresses and dare I say heels will be the port of call for this type of picnic. Navy and white is a go-to combo for these kinds of get-togethers, this gorgeous sleeveless number from Coast is a great option for those looking to take things up a notch without compromising the exhibition of sun kissed lithe limbs – it is nearly Summer, after all. Plus, bare arms and legs give way for decadent accessories such as this classic Ophelia bracelet in white gold. It will ensure you glide through any fancy picnic with the utmost level of poise and glamour.
Of course, you can’t turn up empty handed to a fancy picnic, so why not be equally indulgent by bringing a box of these exquisitely naughty maître choux chocolate eclaires? You, your yummy treats and your bracelet will bring the party to the picnic.
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The fancier one with your family
The really fancy picnics, you know the ones where you have to RSVP, can be a little trickier. It’s can be tricky to dress smart when the sun is breathing down your neck and you can’t get away with throwing on your favourite little black dress. So, we welcome the little white dress. This chic sleeveless shirt and skirt combo gives the illusion of a dress while keeping things interesting with the contrasting patterns and textures. The high neckline is extremely flattering without being too revealing – perfect for pleasing any prudish relatives who might not approve of skin exposure. Less is always more. Which is why, in this instance, it’s best to keep jewellery minimal and aim for something subtle like our Cyrielle ring in rose gold. The subtle hint of sparkling diamond as you sip champagne and reminisce with distant cousins is all you need to make an impact.
As for what to bring to this kind of picnic, aim for something of the cocoa variety – chocolate is a people pleaser for all ages – a box of these chocolate truffles from Harrods is sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces.
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