Pretty pastel print is a key trend this season and designer Orla Kiely has nailed it with her selection of floral focused, retro printed tote bags. A feminine and colourful petal inspired print boldly makes up the outer design of these unique handbags, leaving us with a choice of ideal summer tote bags such as the Orla Kiely Sweet Pea Print Tote Handbag in pastel and the Orla Kiely Daisy Stem Print Across Body Handbag. Following closely in the footsteps of this funky Orla Kiely 1970’s themed collection and reiterating that printed design is the way forward, are new brand Mirage handbags, who have also ignited our love for print with their collection of brightly coloured handbags. This week, however, we’re standing firm with Orla and our favourite has to be the Orla Kiely Classic Matt Laminated Sweet Pea tote handbag!
What colours are available?
The girlish Sweet Pea print consists of brown, peach, pink and green petals, which sit neatly on a crisp white base making this a fantastic bag for any sunshine based activity! The Cooler blues and whites of the Daisy Stem design are set alight by the flirty yellow circles which run vertically up the handbag.
What are they made of?
These handbags are largely synthetic with subtle leather trims and have a smooth matt laminate appearance. The main body of the bag is Polyurethane coated cotton which makes for easy cleaning and a practical daytime bag.
Why we love them?
We love that you can have practicality alongside a light hearted, on trend printed design. You can choose from the sweet pea printed tote or the cleverly folding Daisy Stem Print across body bag, which are both perfect for attractively lugging books or shopping either over the shoulder or by the handle. Our favourite, the sweet pea tote handbag, has two large front and rear pockets along with a handy internal key chain and detachable strap.
Style tips
This feminine print will look great with stonewash or bright blue denim so pair it with a sleeveless, lightweight denim playsuit and sandals to complement your Orla Kiely arm candy.
Post written by Claire Cobley.
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