Why unassuming beige is a shortcut to what really matters — shape and drape

That’s the beauty of beige: it leaves no room to hide. You can’t distract from dodgy seams or questionable tailoring with saturated colour. Quiet luxury is discreet for a reason
Why unassuming beige is a shortcut to what really matters — shape and drape

Annmarie O'Connor: "The unassuming nature of anything beige-adjacent is precisely what makes it such an effective foil"

Rejection is the cornerstone of personal style. Knowing what we don’t or won’t wear prevents overwhelm and develops intention: the guardrail of taste. 

It always helps, though, to have a cheat code when time, patience, taxis, and good decisions are in short supply. For me, that shortcut is often a soft neutral. How thrilling. Hear me out.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner.

Annual €130 €80

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lifestyle

Newsletter

The best food, health, entertainment and lifestyle content from the Irish Examiner, direct to your inbox.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited