Gypsy jewellery - a summer fashion must have!

Club wear is out, the gypsy look is back – hurrah!  Florence Welch, et al have taken up where Fleetwood Mac left off (and while we’re on the subject, Stevie Nicks happens to look younger than most of us – and she’s 62!)

Yes, ethereal beauty reigns supreme this summer.  Pagan-looking girls the length and breadth of our island are gathering as we speak for a couple of long months of hard festival going.  Last seen in its truest form in the 1980s however, when bustieres, Indian/hippy clothing and Victorian lace all merged into one wonderful ensemble, it has today metamorphosed into a more casual affair.

Tassels, waistcoats, ruffles, long flowing outfits like those worn by Florence – the essence of this season’s style is comfort and simplicity.

With that in mind, we’ve found the most fantastic dress from ASOS.

This Reiss Tropez Jersey Kaftan dress is both elegant and funky enough for festivals.  It’s rather steep at £85, but can be worn for all sorts of occasions and will last for years, provided you treat it well!  Because for a change the weather is sunny this year, simply team it up with a pair of gladiator sandals and some oversized sunnies, and you’ll be bang on trend.

If you want to go for a more colourful look, choose a chunky belt and some tribal jewellery to accessorise the piece. The Seasonsonline store has a fantastic selection in stock.

One necklace which will really stop people in their tracks is this brightly coloured turquoise fish necklace.  A mixture of turquoise stone and wood adds some fantastic texture and the mosaic effect is truly stunning. A true infusion of ethnic gypsy, available at £10.99.

Cuffs are the bracelets of choice at the moment, and would suit our dress perfectly.  We’d recommend something like this metallic silver and faceted black bead cuff bangle, available for £7.99, again from the Seasonsonline store. 

If you’re visiting festivals for the first time this summer, bear in mind the following points and you’ll be sure to stay safe, stay comfy and relax, safe in the knowledge that you look HOT (and no, we don’t mean like a lobster):

·      Choose something that will cover your shoulders and back or you’re likely to burn whilst you’re watching the bands – particularly if you’re on someone else’s shoulders

·      Make sure that whatever outfit you wear, it’s machine washable!  You’ll be spared the mud this year, but are likely to encounter dropped food, sauces and lager.

If you’re not comfy, you’ll not be able to relax and enjoy yourself properly.  Make sure you can strip off or add layers, as the temperature changes.