Paula Burns

Dublin

Feature Writer at Irish Examiner

Journalist at Freelance

Freelance journalist. Weekly fashion edit @irishexaminer Instagram @stylewhisperer [email protected]

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How to wear the boho trend and the key pieces to include in your wardrobe

3 days ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

Sienna Miller calledŌĆöshe wants her noughties wardrobe back! Thanks to recent Chlo├® runway moments and Gen ZŌĆÖs obsession with all things retro, the boho trend is having a revival. This summer-ready look leans fully into the free-spirited side of fashion. Think flowy silhouettes, earthy textures, and a chunky wooden platform for a whimsical vibe with a hint of edge. Ease into the boho spirit with an ethereal blend of ruffles and lace, as seen at Chlo├®.
Solar power: ten ways to bask in the summer sunshine

1 week ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

Once we switch to holiday mode to bask in the sunshine, there’s no need to compromise on style. This summer, it’s all about relaxed silhouettes infused with personality. Think floaty kaftans in bold palm prints paired with oversized sunnies and neon accessories for an elevated take on beach-bum chic. Match your holiday vibe with the vibrancy of this colourful co-ord, as seen at Del Maar X River Island.
10 gifts to get the fashion-forward Dad in your life for Father's Day

2 weeks ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

Let’s face it, the usual Father’s Day gifts of chocolates and a drill can be a bit predictable. This year, switch it up by giving your Dad the gift of style. Think a classic chino in the hue of the season, or let him channel his Dad jokes through a quirky print. Achieving that elusive daddy-cool status has never looked better. Channel your inner Sonny Crockett in a Miami Vice-coded linen suit, as seen at Paul Costelloe at Dunnes Stores.
Ditch the rule book and have fun with sartorial choices this summer

3 weeks ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

As the summer season heats up, forget quiet luxury. Instead, turn up the volume with an eclectic mix of playful prints that are anything but shy. This is your cue to ditch the rule book and have fun with your sartorial choices. Spark joy with an infusion of juicy fruit-inspired motifs or picnic-perfect gingham. Putting your style in print has never felt so charming. Elevate your picnic-season style with a charming red gingham dress, as seen at LNH Edit.
City-break-worthy ensembles - an elevated take on old favourites

1 month ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

And just like that, Carrie and co are back on our screens, serving a fresh dose of sartorial inspiration. Brimming with city-break-worthy ensembles, this next style chapter offers an elevated take on old favourites. Whether you’re a tailoring-loving Miranda or prefer to bend the rules with a dash of Carrie’s panache, being stylish in the city has never looked so fabulous. Bring the sartorial heat to your city escape with a smoking hot co-ord, as seen at M&S.
If you’re looking for an alternative to fast fashion, why not look closer to home for inspiration?

1 month ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

If you’re looking for an alternative to fast fashion, why not look closer to home for inspiration? Making the switch to slow fashion can feel daunting, but when it comes to shopping more consciously, Irish designers have you covered. From innovative hand-drawn print bomber jackets to street-style ready Claddagh jewellery, buying Irish has never looked so good. Float into summer on a cloud of Irish linen, as seen at Kindred Of Ireland.
Embrace a garden variety of floral prints this season

1 month ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

A hothouse for inspiration, florals are the perennial print that blooms anew each summer. This season, embrace a garden variety of blooms for a best-in-show look. From a romantic petal-patterned mini dress to budding accessories, florals remain a timeless summer essential. If you want to make a sartorial statement, say it with flowers, as seen at Kate Cooper. Let the sun shine through your accessories with these buttercup-yellow hoops, €295, Melissa Curry.
Bring joy into your life this summer through the art of dressing

1 month ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

As summer sits on the horizon, what could be more fun than bringing joy into our lives through the art of dressing? According to science, what we wear can instantly uplift our day, so embracing dopamine-dressing is a no-brainer. To lift your mood, look to energy-boosting green or tangy orange for a zesty approach to summer dressing. Revive your summer style with a joy-inducing burst of colour, as seen at Joanne Hynes X Dunnes Stores.
Tailored Romance: Break the tailoring rules for a new perspective on old traditions

1 month ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

Give your summer tailoring a modern lift by leaning into its softer side. Don’t get bogged down by structure. Instead, break the tailoring rules with an oversized silhouette in sugar-spun pastels. Think tweed fabrics in pastel blue, or look to the picnic-inspired gingham trousers for a new perspective on old traditions. Give your summer tailoring a romantic twist with soft draping in dusty-pink hues, as seen at Sinead Keary – The Label.
The classic co-ord and statement floral trousers are back on the agenda

2 months ago | irishexaminer.com | Paula Burns

The silly summer season of events is well and truly upon us. Our calendars are full from family weddings to a day at the races, so getting dressed up is back on the agenda. While the dress remains a firm favourite, alternative looks, such as a classic co-ord or statement floral trousers, will have you top of the style guest list. Be forever in Vogue with this pretty-in-pink classic look, as seen at Cobbler’s Lane at Curated by Design Centre at The KClub.

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