This article was written for Annabel & Grace, which is now part of Rest Less.
What is it about PATRA fashion that Grace and I like so much? The answer is two words – pure fabrics. I understand that other fashion houses use man-made fabrics to keep costs down however you cannot beat cotton, silk, and wool. As I have grown older my skin seems to have become more sensitive so to slip into a natural fabric top or dress feels so much better.
COTTON SNOOD SCARF £25 SHOP HERE
PATRA keep growing and going from strength to strength. They were established in 1964 as I turned 6 yrs old so we have been growing up together. Their range extends each season. There are our old favourites and essentials together with a wealth of new dresses, jersey tops and soft cotton knits.
Their philosophy:
“….to make the highest quality items from pure fabrics, without compromising on style. It is this ethos of affordable luxury that keeps loyal customers coming back – they know that when they buy Patra they won’t be disappointed.”
Every season Patra send me a few items to photograph and every time I put them on and think, these are so much better than I expected. I now own quite a few items from Patra especially their tops and scarves.
This is the perfect example of what I am talking about. Their Silk crew in duck egg (available in 7 other colours) is a perfect weight to wear. It has long arms so no skimping there and the body length is perfect – not too short or long.
Worn under a jacket, as I have here, illustrates exactly how it ticks all boxes – stylish, flattering, good colour choice, and finally a wardrobe staple.
Below is a the same crew worn with one of the many silk scarves that Patra produce.
PURE SILK CREPE CHIFFON SCARF £30 SHOP HERE available in 11 colourways
This cotton linen dress in sand (below) would not normally be my style but it fits so well and worn over a polo neck means I can continue to wear it as the temperature drops.
(boots – my own)
As we are all in the middle of this pandemic and spending more time at home then it means more time in loungewear. These black Treggings from Patra are a good fit. Unlike leggings they don’t cling and they are also thicker so will keep me warm on a dog walk. The pure cotton cable knitted gilet is an alternative to a Puffa jacket and as always you can jazz it up with one of the many Patra scarves.
COTTON MIX TREGGINGS £40 SHOP HERE PRINTED WOOL MIX SCARF £35 SHOP HERE
This Double-layered jersey dress (below) I have featured before but I am thrilled to see that Patra have repeated it this season as it is so much fun and is extremely forgiving. With a neat fitting bottom and a flared top layer, this jersey dress will create the ultimate flattering effect for you! It has a scoop neckline so I have paired it with a snood in an alternative colourway. I have loved wearing this dress as it is flirty and most unusual.
Worn with JERSEY PRINTED SNOOD £35 SHOP HERE also available in 2 other colourways
BAMBOO COTTON DRESS SHOP HERE
PRINTED SILK SATIN SHIRT SHOP HERE
PATRA produce a range of clothes from winter thermals, nightwear and lingerie to evening wear. I won’t be modelling the thermal wear however I will admit to owning some of it as it really does keep you super-warm. In Bamboo, silk or silk blend it is perfect for a winter dog walk or a skiing holiday. SHOP HERE for the winter thermals.
To see the PATRA full Autumn range click HERE