Seven Style Lessons We Learned From Emma Manley

We were delighted to welcome leading Irish designer Emma Manley to our offices on Monday to talk about all things fashion. Style is easily one of our favourite topics on the planet to discuss.  Emma also took over our Twitter to answer your style queries. We were flooded with questions from readers, so we've decided to pick out seven of our favourites. Take a look below. 1. Hats aren't the only way to accessorise at a wedding. A reader asked:

@Herdotie @emmamanley @Manley going to a wedding soon not comfortable wearing a hat. What do you suggest #GalaxyStyle

— deirdre myers (@MyersDeirdre) May 18, 2015

  Emma's advice:

Snap nor am I! Hats aren't the only way to accessories. Think statement jewellery. Check out @Manley! #GalaxyStyle https://t.co/ABi2iMJziI — Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

2. It's past time to ditch the black tights. A reader asked:

.@Herdotie@emmamanley prediction time...when do you think we will finally be able to ditch the black tights? #RainRainGoAway#Galaxystyle

— Jenny Kelly (@05jkelly) May 18, 2015

Emma's advice:

Two months ago!!! Be brave, I've been bearing my pins for ages! #GalaxyStyle https://t.co/xWazf0o1Ek

— Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

3. Transitioning from day to evening couldn't be easier.  A reader asked: 

@Herdotie@Manley what would you suggest for a handy work to gig look? #GalaxyStyle — Sinead Clarke (@Sclarkey) May 18, 2015

Emma's advice:

Light collared dress with a knit over. Gig time? Knit around your waist, tights & heels off, flats on! #GalaxyStyle https://t.co/9YXeJhnu5D — Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

4. Metallics are one of the biggest trends of the summer. A reader asked: 

@Herdotie @emmamanley #GalaxyStyle - What trends this summer would you absolutely recommend I go for? — Cat Stewart (@catstewart1) May 18, 2015

Emma's advice:

Metallic's ahoy! They're HUGE for SS15 & plenty of fun! Mix them with sultry sheers and you're done! #GalaxyStyle https://t.co/m3diyYffLW

— Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

5. But too much metallic is TOO MUCH. A reader asked:

@Herdotie@emmamanley hi Emma, what's on trend for this summer/autumn ? — Aoife Hamilton (@Smeeeeef) May 18, 2015

Emma's advice:

Metallic skirt, chunky knit jumper, shiny flats, light & layered romantic dress and statement sunnies! #GalaxyStyle https://t.co/UlhMS5F4QJ — Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

6. Nike sneakers + leather mini + chunky knit = the perfect college outfit. A reader asked:

@Herdotie @emmamanley staple pieces for college? ? — Eimear (@TyrionsEmmy) May 18, 2015

Emma's advice:

I know we're all at it but trainers are comfy & cool. Mix Nike Thea's with a leather mini & chunky knit #GalaxyStylehttps://t.co/BN5rbNtRcg — Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

7. Brogues and flat sandals from Topshop are key shoes for summer.  A reader asked:

@Herdotie@emmamanley Shoe advice needed! What three pieces of footwear should I invest in for a summer in Ireland? #GalaxyStyle — Emma Lahiffe (@lahiffemma) May 18, 2015

Emma's advice:

Shiny @buffaloDublin brogues for casual cool. Flat form sandals @Topshop are on the ball with those! #GalaxyStylehttps://t.co/xV9go9F3L8 — Her.ie (@Herdotie) May 18, 2015

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