Bethanie Lunn, author of Modern Girl’s Guide, and more recently Modern Mum’s Guide, discusses one of her top picks for sitting pretty in the garden this summer…

Quirky, bright and eclectic, Avoca Anthology is a family run clothing company that has been operating from Avoca, County Wicklow since the founding Pratt family bought the village’s disused Mill in 1973. This much-loved Irish brand have since produced quality fabrics, tweeds and yarns, giving us a stunning collection of touchable knitted and woven pieces which possess vintage qualities with handcrafted details.

Today, Avoca Anthology gives us a smattering of the quirky, a touch of playfulness and plenty of fun…

For me, the range has my mind drift off to sipping summer cocktails in a balmy English country garden – flowers blooming, butterflies fluttering and chilled champagne on tap.  Since BrandAlley are creating a garden at the Chelsea Flower Show, it looks like I might be able to make that daydream a reality as I strut my stuff in on-trend swagger.

Choose from a range of wrap and pinafore style dresses that capture the monochrome trend for a timeless look or go all out in brights with a plucky palette of aqua blue, mossy green, burnished mustard and bold red. To stand out, this seasons print trend embraces summer florals, polka dots and an amalgamation of texture and colour. Dare to wear!

Silk camis, lightweight cashmere cardigans and bold print umbrellas make for the perfect trans-seasonal pieces while the sheer sun dresses, smock tops and cotton fabrics add to your spring summer essentials. With deliciously bold and bright accessories in their signature fabrics to boot, your wardrobe will ensure you have fun in the sun…WHEN it eventually shines!