The Zip Yard returned to RTE Today on Friday 20th October with a style clinic all about up-cycling your wardrobe to incorporate some of this season’s most covetable trends. Stylist Irene O’ Brien joined us with 6 looks that were transformed by the The Zip Yard Ireland!
Here’s a look at the full feature!
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And here are the six transformations!
Look 1
Before: Short mustard casual style cowl-neck jacket
Alteration: Using extra fabric, the look was changed into a cape coat by adding a second neutral tone. Transformed into full length two-tone cape coat.
Look 2
Before: Classic pair of slim leg trousers and thin cream knit top
Alteration: Strip of vibrant fabric added to create a horizontal stripe, elongating the leg. To the jumper, block colour was added and the length shortened. Next a contrasting collar and cuff was added along with some classic gold buttons.
Look 3
Before: Simple sleeveless peplum blouse
Alteration: A dramatic ruffle colla was created, loose sleeves added the peplum removed. Finished off with a straight cut hem.
Look 4
Before: Simple double breasted coat
Alteration: A two-tone fur collar was created. The shape was downsized from a double to a single breasted coat.
Look 5
Before: Classic tartan scarf
Alteration: Simplest of alterations, adding lining and creating a caplet.
Look 6
Before: Classic one-tone soft tailored coat
Alteration: Addition of masculine trim and buttons to give it a sharp military cut. Cuffs removed and collar opened.
