The pashmina, that reliable wardrobe piece, has made a welcome return this season on the back of a Noughties fashion revival.
Sometimes seen as an item favoured by mothers of the bride or one of many superfluous accessories trotting around on raceday, a modern approach is key in making the
If you’re stuck for ideas on how to wear one, there are several handy YouTube videos to give you some inspiration — watch “How to wear a pashmina, 20 ways”. The well-coiffed woman with perfect enunciation is reminiscent of a hoity toity Hyacinth Bucket (“it’s pronounced Bouquet!”), showcasing 20 variations. Number 11 is a particular riot: “If you have a strapless dress, you can make a wonderful little bolero.” Why not give it a whirl? Worn with a pair of jeans, sunglasses and carefree attitude, it’s all the perfect pashmina needs to get its street cred up to speed for summer.
• Photographer / Guy Coombes. Stylist / Dan Ahwa. Model / Katie Braatvedt from Clyne. Hair and makeup / Carolyn Haslett using M.A.C Cosmetics.
