The It List: Beautiful boots, colourful umbrellas and more must-have pieces this season
Items for your wardrobe and beyond.
Irish brand Landa Bags has a storied history. Inspired by her Italian grandfather who fought the Nazis and subsequently built a cobbler’s business from scratch, designer Silvana learned about leathermaking and hand-stitching from her grandparents. Enter Landa, exquisitely crafted supple leather bags with two new styles for the autumn winter season. We love the CAOBA quilted bag. At €325, it’s convenient, chic and light to boot.
If we must drip, and drip we must, (it is Ireland after all) then we shall do it in style. Consider the umbrella an accompaniment to your outfit; after all, you’re going to be seeing a lot of it this season. Forget stockpiling the euro store one-use brolly and invest in this luxury environmentally-conscious windproof model from Irish designer Clare O’Connor. Designed to complement her beautiful silk scarves, this windproof beauty, €90, is made to last.
As much as we love a cinched-in waist, we also love a piping hot winter dish. The compromise? Lose the buckle and opt for a knotted belt like the Lecce belt in burgundy, €290, from Isabel Marant at Samui. Because body positivity trumps trends every time. Pass the pie.
A true hypebeast will tell you that stepping out in a pair of custom-made shoes is the ultimate style statement. Barbara Bennett’s hand-painted boots, loafers and sneakers are straight from a pop art fever dream. Zhuszh up your sober winter uniform with a pop of colour and customise your kicks with florals, polka dots or whatever tickles your fancy feet! We love the ‘Moon Cheese’ knee-high boots, €295.
- Barbara Bennett shoes are available to commission at babsttenneb.comor on Instagram @barbarabennett__.
We’ve long been fans of West Cork perfumerie La Bougie and it’s hard to top the Tuscan Bergamot scented candle when it comes to sophisticated yet natural scents. Winter baths immediately feel more sumptuous. Close your eyes and the herbaceous notes transport you straight to a spa. The burning question is to trim (the wick) or not to trim. If you know, you know. From €30, at stockists nationwide or labougie.com.
Whether you’re serving foie gras or a selection of USA biscuits, the Vienna antique gold Atlas side table set of two, €335, from Casey’s Furniture in Cork will instantly upgrade your plate. Conveniently nested, they come with removable tray tops so there’s no excuse not to impress the relatives this winter.
Every time Rachel Maguire finished sewing a coat, she swore it would be her last. The Rashiiid designer has reduced some of the work in this Nonchalent cropped faux fur jacket, €450, but the quality and craftsmanship are uncompromised. This cosy number will be your go-to for dressy winter nights. Plus, you’ll be twinning with Doja Cat, who’s a fan. Available at rashhiiid.com.
Just like everything good, we had to wait a while for the new H&M store but it was absolutely worth it to get the Home collection. We won’t mention the ‘C’ word but suffice to say we may have a few visitors arriving over the holiday season. Dropping in stores soon and retailing at €19.95, this cake stand is a steal.
Love them or hate them, dandelions are one of the most familiar wildflowers growing in Ireland today. Taking root in almost any area, the flower is resilient and Stonechat Jewellers’ new collection draws inspiration from the underrated flower. We’re wearing these studs, €195, as a reminder that sometimes ordinary things really can be extraordinary.
Now that the sustainability movement is finally reaching the fashion world, we’re more aware than ever of cost-per-wear. Satisfy your senses and sensibilities with Cayo’s new button-down cardigan, €345. Made entirely from alpaca with a conscious commitment to pay a fair wage to workers in Peru, these knits look beautiful with a silk bias cut skirt and ankle boots.
