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BRAND OF THE MONTH

SELF-PORTRAIT WHAT IS IT?

Famous for the lace guipure dresses that launched the brand nine years ago, SelfPortrait is back for the new season with a whole new look. Think sexy cut-outs, slinky silhouettes and vivid ice cream shades of lemon, lime and raspberry. WHERE DO YOU GET IT?

Self-Portrait has returned to Harvey Nichols Edinburgh for SS22. WHY WE RATE IT...

Designer Han Chong achieves that perfect balance between pretty and edgy with feminine, wearable styles ideal for modern occasions. As ever, you can expect to see his delectable dresses at the coolest weddings this year. Dresses from £280.

GREENER SNEAKERS

For sneakers with the smallest footprint, these classic gumsoled shoes by ethical LA brand Clae are the perfect choice making everyday off-duty dressing easier. Bradley vegan sneakers, £125, available at the treen store in Stockbridge or online at shoptreen.com.

THE DROP

Your need-to-know fashion news TANGERINE DREAM

The iconic G9 Harrington jacket has been reinvented in a zesty orange shade for Spring. The Baracuta, £310, in Tangerine is available at Dicks Edinburgh and online at dicks-edinburgh.co.uk.

TRENDING…

Move over, minimalism; technicolour is taking over the jewellery world. One perfect example is this statement ring by Danish jeweller Sif Jakobs featuring a kaleidoscope of zirconia. £189, sifjakobs.com. Available at John Lewis.

i-on loves…

this quirky knit inspired by 70s skater culture in LA. The Sanmonica sweater, £169, is a new season bestseller at the Oska Edinburgh store in the West End, gb.oska.com.

A NEW RIFF ON A CLASSIC

For his limited-edition collaboration with Mulberry, designer Nicholas Daley called a deep love of music. The resulting capsule collection sees the iconic Antony unisex satchel reinterpreted in five sizes with unique details such as Whipstitch, fringe and braiding – a nod to the styles worn by Miles Davis, Roy Ayers and Jimi Hendrix in the 60s and 70s. The campaign features Sons of Kemet frontman Shabaka Hutchings and Grammy-nominated artist Lianne La Havas modelling the bag collection, which starts at £595 for the mini Antony, and a selection of musical accessories, from £150 for the plectrum pouch. Visit the Mulberry store on Multrees Walk of shop online at mulberry.com.

Boss

Kestin Canada Goose

TAKE 3… NEW STORES

1. KESTIN Formerly based in the Leith HQ at Custom House, menswear brand Kestin has opened a new flagship store back where its story began in the heart of Stockbridge. Located at 7 Baker’s Place, the store stocks the full range including the new SS22 collection inspired by Edinburgh artist Eduardo Paolozzi. www.kestin.co 2. CANADA GOOSE The first standalone Scottish store from the Canadian outerwear brand has opened its doors on Multrees Walk. Spread across two floors, the store offers a broad assortment of over 300 seasonal items built for Edinburgh’s oceanic climate. www.canadagoose.com 3. BOSS Opening soon in St James Quarter, German luxury brand BOSS is set to occupy a huge 5,400 sq ft space on level three of the department store stocking luxury clothing, accessories, footwear and fragrances for men and women. www.hugoboss.com