I REALLY Need A Holiday! 

Have you ever noticed that the holidays you spend ages planning and waiting for never quite live up to expectations and the ones that you take on a whim or on the spur of the moment end up being brilliant?!? 

My social media feeds have been full of families taking to the ski slopes over half term with brilliant blue sky and dazzling white snow which looks fantastic, but I’m not a skier.  It just doesn’t grab me – partly as I don’t like being cold and partly as I’m not very co-ordinated so I would probably be “that” person who comes back on the plane sporting multiple plaster casts!  

I am, however, craving some sunny sunshine warmer weather where you can wear short sleeves and dip your toes in the water without getting frostbite so with Easter Holidays on the horizon and creeping ever closer I’ve got itchy feet for foreign lands and have booked a short city break to Rome with my teenage son! 

Next dilemma is what to pack?  Hand luggage only this time as its a budget airline and we are only away for a few days so versatile garments in a compact capsule collection will be the order of the day after sussing out what the weather forecast is a bit closer to the time we are away. 

When it comes to suitcase “essentials” the Mila and Iridescent Tops all have a little sparkle in them and can be worn reversed for alternative necklines.  Being lightweight and small they work fantastically as a daytime top with a scarf or as an evening dress up option – just change your jewellery to suit. I lived in my bronze Mila top last summer with white shorts and flip flops! 

Choose from Silver, Black or Bronze colourways in sizes T0-T5 (UK6 to UK24) they are 76% breathable viscose so excellent to prevent overheating alongside adding some under stated glamour to your outfit.  

A similar style to the Mila tops are the NEW Iridescent Tops in Night Blue or Champagne colourways.  Still reversible with different necklines depending on how you want to wear, the difference with these tops is that the necklines are a little deeper than the Mila version and they are a little longer in the body too.  Available in the same size range and Viscose mix material they are part of our Planet Tortue Eco range too! 

If you like a bit of sparkle but not too much then our essential V Neck T Shirts in Ecru, Marine Blue or Black colourways just have a tiny bit of sparkle along the trim of the V Neck.  The added bonus here is that the subtle sparkly bits reflect light back onto your complexion for that “healthy glow” effect! 

Predominantly crafted from breathable Viscose with short sleeves they are a great affordable holiday staple at just £39.  I can speak from experience that these tops wash beautifully and are a great layering piece for all seasons especially under knitwear on a chilly spring day.    

If the weather is a bit iffy then the long sleeve Monica tops are also a great layering essential.  Warm enough on a cold day but not too warm on a warm day as they are crafted from predominantly viscose material so easy to pack – rolling rather than folding is the best way I find for these tops to arrive in their best ready to wear condition. Again  T0-T5 (UK6 to UK24) sizes available in either black or Ecru colourway (which reminds me of melted vanilla ice cream!!!!) 

A lightweight knit whilst travelling is always a good idea – this Lurex Reversible Jumper in Indigo has long sleeves and a subtle shine that brightens up your look with two different necklines to wear depending on your mood and fancy knitted “Butterfly” effect to one side.   

Its dropped shoulders and easy to wear straight cut in predominantly breathable viscose fabric mean its another lightweight packing piece that gives you options for daytime or evening at home or abroad!  Choose from Indigo or Camel colourways in sizes T0-T5 (UK6 – UK24). 

For some extra inspiration check out these capsule collections for your holiday “type” 

Look chic in any city.  Just add your comfiest walking shoes and a camera for all the sights! 

The  Warmer Shores Beach Holiday 

Just add your swimsuit, flip flops, shorts and sunglasses! 

Just add your trainers, a raincoat and a backpack for all your adventures! 

After all that talk of holiday, I REALLY need a holiday now!  Time to speak to the Travel Agent…… 

Bon Vacances! 

Angela 

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