Published: Wednesday, 16th June, 2010 4:30pm

Head-turning numbers at Coast

This season Coast offers head turning interpretations of the season's must have trends. The styles offer sartorial solutions for a wardrobe that works for all occasions, not just those special events; dressed up for evening or worn casually for day or weekend.

Cosmetic tones, a neutral palette anchored by olives and khakis, and accented with burnished golds, pewter and silver form a Grecian inspired story, of silk jersey, soft pleating, bubble hems and drape. A draped skirt in olive green teamed with a delicate silver silk top works worn relaxed with sandals, or creates a contemporary evening look paired with statement jewellery and fabulous heels. The pieces tell a story of alluring, easy glamour, and embellishment is key through sleek clutches in tonal silks finished with jewelled, or opulent clasp details, large scale brooches and long line luxe chains.

Coast embraces white through a story of silhouette fabric mix and texture. Sheer chiffons, silk and cotton voiles contrast with clean linen and compact cottons. Detailing arrives through white on white embroidery, cut out appliqué and lace. A simple shift style is elevated through the unique hem of a tier of appliqué flowers, adding a dramatic finish.

The monochrome look celebrates Coast's timeless style but is given a modern twist through this season's essential silhouettes and prints, such as an asymmetric ruffle detail top, animal and polka dot prints and delicate chiffon blouse that's perfect for the cocktail hour. A simple shift is lent a day to night versatility with sequin stripes, while a pencil skirt is given a fresh appeal with a bold tribal print. Paired with a simple black knit, the separates provide that all-important adaptability making them perfect to take you from desk to dinner.

Colour is in abundance this season at Coast, with the styles awash with canary yellows, cherry red, corals, pink and the all important blues; ranging from turquoise and cobalt, teals, to petrol. Coast has best captured these through bold blocks of colour in architectural separates and dress shapes of the season, such as an effortlessly chic maxi style that leans towards a sports luxe feel.

For pieces inspired by this season's key trends, but captured through a unique handwriting and the brand's signature attention to detail come to Coast. The styles are considered, designed to adapt for every occasion, under a design philosophy that constantly evolves, with timeless style that transcends for seasons to come.

Coast is located on the ground floor of Athlone Towncentre.