| Go patent | | | | Hat hair |
| Patent or laminated bags are not only stylish but | | | | A downpour or even fine drizzle can create havoc |
| practical too! Rain will roll off your bag like water off | | | | with your hairstyle. If you can bear to hide your |
| a ducks back keeping all the contents perfectly dry. | | | | crowning glory under a hat, now is the time! |
| Plus they can be easily wiped clean. So equip yourself | | | | The hat can be a neglected accessory, frequently |
| with a large sized one to fit in all of your essentials | | | | being assigned only to special occasions. However, |
| (and other wet-weather gear!). | | | | the truly stylish among us will enjoy topping off an |
| To brighten up the grey days choose one in a great | | | | outfit with a smart, quirky or fashionable hat. The |
| bright colour - think Orla Kiely or Topshop. Go for | | | | high street has an array of styles for summer; |
| colours that suit your personality and colouring to | | | | cowboy, bakerboy and floppies are the big trends |
| ensure that it works well with your wardrobe and | | | | this season. |
| looks stylish. A Colour Analysis with an image | | | | If you can not bear the thought of flattening your |
| consultant will show you what your best colours are. | | | | hair-do, make sure you have treated your hair with a |
| Keep your tootsies dry | | | | little TLC beforehand. Serums, waxes and even |
| If you have to brave the elements and walk to work | | | | hairsprays will coat your hair with some protection |
| - do not be shy; find some whacky wellies in your | | | | from the elements. |
| colours! Alternatively Hunter, the welly of choice for | | | | So do not let the rain put you off having fun, keep |
| all dedicated fashonistas do a selection of 6 colours. | | | | smiling, it is only water! |
| Either way, there are plenty of styles to choose | | | | Be prepared |
| from to ensure you get the best pair to wear with | | | | Finally, we have all seen the photo of the damsel in |
| your summer skirt or dress. | | | | distress who popped out of the office to grab some |
| If wellies really are not your thing or the event | | | | lunch only to get caught in a downpour. Whilst you |
| requires something a little smarter you would better | | | | might not have a complete change of clothes in your |
| to opt for cork wedges instead. Your feet will be | | | | top drawer at the office, a micro-fibre travel towel, |
| elevated a few inches from the puddles and cork is | | | | hair products and brush, and make-up bag are sure |
| near-impermeable (which is why we use it for wine | | | | to save your blushes. With these essentials you will |
| bottles!). For extra protection opt for a patent pair. | | | | soon be able to regain your professional appearance! |