Eye-catching summer style at Kadee

The weather may have been a bit unsettled of late, but in The Left Bank Mall last Wednesday it was summer sun all the way as fashionistas gathered to check out the must haves of the season from one of the town's most stylish boutiques, Kadee. In aid of Cancer Care West, the charity showcase began in some style with some enchanting music from local singer, Fiona McManus, with grand piano accompaniment before owner Deirdre Kelly addressed the crowd, thanking them for their support for a very worthy cause and all of the businesses in the Left Bank Mall for giving their time or products for the show free of charge. Just prior to the models emerging to show off the summer 2011 collection, local businesswoman Regina Bushell poignantly told the attendance of her fight with breast cancer, advising ladies to be vigilant and to get themselves checked out promptly, something she said candidly she didn't do despite "feeling something wasn't quite right" after getting a spray tan done prior to a wedding. Having checked herself and found nothing, she left the situation for a couple of months but while sunbathing on holidays she noticed a change in her breasts and knew she had to get checked out. It turned out to be a small tumour which was later removed by surgery. A year out of chemotherapy, she stressed the need for local women to "act quickly" if they think there is something wrong. Feeling very well now, she paid tribute to groups like Cancer Care West, who offer great support to women with cancer, assuring those in attendance that the money raised from the night will make a big difference. Afterwards, the show began in earnest as fashion followers sat back to take in some of the main colours and trends of the season from labels like Tricot Chic, Oky Coky, Fenn Wright Manson and Talbot Runhof. Two of the summer's must haves, the trusty maxi dress, this one with a 1970s inspired crochet top and coloured pattern detail and a funky black and gold patterned jumpsuit were some of the first modelled in the urbane mall to the purrs of the ladies present. Shift dresses were popular throughout the show as befitting a classic. Standouts were a black number with bow detail and white trim, a golden embellished shift dress also caught the eye, while a cream Chanel-inspired piece with matching jacket was the epitome of lady like elegance. Anyone with an upcoming special occasion was well catered for at the Kadee show with striking taffeta suits from Linea Raffaelli in all kinds of summer shades from jade to turquoise and electric blues and purples a feature. The 1950s silhouette also made a appearance with a beautiful dotty dress in neutral shades sashaying down the catwalk, a perfect outfit for summer wedding or a day at the races or special occasion, while a coral and peach two tone dress and jacket drew plenty of appreciation from the style conscious crowd on the night. For the black tie occasion those in attendance were spoiled for choice. Particular crowd favourites included a deep purple cowl neck long dress with blinging overlay detail at the front and back, a sexy long, black sequins floor sweeper dress with a lace panel detail around the midriff and a silver sequins mini dress with gold disc detailing on the front. Another talking point at the event were the stunning, to-die-for head pieces by milliner Linda Hayes. A coral and cream creation with a large flower detail was a real stand out and would certainly ensure you were among the best dressed lists for the season. A stunning 1970s one shoulder sheath style dress in peacock blue rounded off proceedings in fitting style before TV personality Celia Holman Lee, herself wearing a beautiful Talbot Runkof dress from Kadee, concluded the night, noting the many timeless pieces in the summer collection, which would be "incredible buys" for many years to come. Afterwards, fashionistas flocked back to Kadee, Pearse Street to avail of the fantastic one-off 50% discounts on night as well as the yummy lemon cupcakes and champagne. A style I could well get accustomed to! Kadee summer sale is now on with 30% discounts across store stock. For further information call 0906 498355 or check www.kadee.ie