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Aoife McGuigan is a stylist and creative from the North of Ireland with a background in visual merchandising. Aoife specialises in commercial, music artist and brand campaign styling as well as costume design and wardrobe supervision within short film and television.
Aoife bases her work around Ireland and the UK, and puts a firm focus on championing Irish design and brands within her styling. Here she gives us an insight into her own personal style, her approach to shopping, and who she follows for fashion inspiration.
It’s hard to pick five, but I would have to say these are my favourite.
Definitely my black puffa coat from Myrne Collective. I wear it a lot. Especially on outdoor shoots, as it’s my favourite warm coat. It’s been through the wars but it’s still going strong!
My dad’s old charcoal grey blazer would be my most treasured. I really don’t have many, but I managed to snatch it before it was given to the charity shop. It is a perfect boxy fit and has a nice oversized look to it.
I would have to say it’s a knit striped jumper my friend Caólum McCabe designed. I have stolen it from him on more than one occasion and I can safely say it’s me if I were a jumper.
Without a doubt my New Balance 1906s. They go with literally everything! There’s nothing I hate more than being on my feet all day on a shoot and having uncomfy shoes on. They’re a trainer that I can never see going out of style.
This would have to be my leopard print coat from River Island. It’s my favourite coat to put on when I want to feel more put together, especially if I am wearing a very simple outfit.
I have yet to own a pair but I am really loving the new engraved jeans from Pellador. I have seen so many people wear them and they seem to be the perfect fit with a slightly baggy look.
I will always stand by the fact that Myrne Collective have the best knitwear – their Guinness knits are vintage and hand embroidered with Guinness pints. Any time I need help sourcing a specific knit, they are always on hand to find the best fit and version for the client.
I have always considered my GANNI orange blouse my most treasured piece. I found it in a charity shop in Islington a few years ago in perfect condition with tags still on at a fraction of its original price. I was honestly thrilled when I found it and have worn it with so much since then!
Literally anything from Simone Rocha, her pieces are absolutely incredible and it would be a dream to own something from one of her collections.
For vintage and charity shops, anywhere on Upper St in Islington has it all. I also really love Tola Vintage in Dublin, especially their designer store.
I really love Tara Kumar and Niamh Webb O’Rourke. They have successfully found their niche when it comes to personal style and expressing themselves through clothes. They both can really put together amazing outfits with bold statement pieces and lots of colour.
Follow Aoife McGuigan on Instagram at @stylingwithaoife or find out more about her styling services at stylingwithaoife.com.