Fashion content creator Carol Byrne is known for her glamorous style, as she never shies away from a sequin, a high heel or an elegant pop of colour.
She shares her best styling tips to her 274,000 Instagram followers, and inspires many to elevate their busy days with a chic outfit or a confidence boosting accessory.
Her debut fashion Edit in collaboration with Very Ireland is a testament to her personal style, and she says that an incredible wardrobe can be made up of just a few key pieces that work for many different occasions and can be styled using different methods.
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"I know it sounds a little cliché but having a good few versatile pieces makes all the difference," she told RSVP Live.
"A good suit could give you a few different outfits, so you are spending less time worrying about piecing outfits together. For example, a suit jacket can be worn with other pieces you already have like jeans, leather trousers, skirts etc."
"The trousers with a white shirt or oversized knit can also work. If it’s a cigarette leg trouser, that can be worn with trainers and a t shirt. So one suit would give you lots of options if you’re busy and on the go!"
When it comes to accessories, Carol is known for her fondness of a gold clutch or a statement pair of earrings, which can bring any look from day to night in an instant.
"I really do believe that accessories can elevate most outfits. A simple pair of jeans with even a plain tee can be elevated with a good statement pair of earrings, heels and clutch. Sometimes it’s all the added little simple pieces that make an outfit," she said.
"We’re all guilty of that panic when we’re going somewhere and we need something new or we’ve nothing to wear, me included, but again having a few staples is essential and really helps."
Her must haves include: "A good plain black pair of tailored trousers would give you multiple outfits, with a good white shirt for work, a corset or bodice for after work drinks, a t-shirt, converse and trench for a day look or sequin top and earrings for Saturday night!
"Again it’s just elevating what you have too. I’d also say you don’t need a million different bags and accessories either, one or two bags that go with everything is all you need."
For her own Very edit, she wanted to make sure that the stylish women looking to shop the collection were getting good value and quality, as well as a stunning piece.
'The most important thing to me was versatility and affordability. I wanted pieces that are obtainable, excellent quality, versatile and that will last you for years," she reflected.
"Pieces you can whip out party season after party season! The pieces in this Edit can be mixed and matched with other pieces from the collection but also with bits you already have in your own wardrobe.
'Sparkly season will always be in fashion, year after year, so items like the silver suit or the sequin trousers, you’ll have them for life!"
The Carol Byrne x Very Partywear Edit is set to bring a touch of glamour and sparkle to the upcoming party season with styles starting from €22.
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