Al Fresco – especially of food and eating outside.
The phrase al fresco composed of two words, is borrowed from Spanish for “in the cool /fresh air”, still used in Spain to denote sitting outside in the cool open air, whether dining or not. It is not in current use in Italian to refer to dining outside. Instead, Italians use the phrases fuori (“outside”, “outdoor”) or all’aperto (“in the open air”). wikipedia
When the temperature is right and the summer months have favourable weather conditions, it is the style of dining which is casual and often party like in atmosphere.
The covid pandemic has increased the options of restaurants to offer outdoor dining, this is a result of the restriction in place but also makes financial sense, to accommodate the number required to provide successful business economics and keep the local economy going. Let’s help our local businesses survive people!
Outdoor dining promotes walking to the restaurant and enjoying the relaxed evening company, it is communal, vibrant, and healthy.
What to wear? Dining outside in the heat or in the rain or in less than ideal temperatures. I think it will need a little bit of preparation…
You need to dress for warmth but without sacrificing a sense of style. This can be a challenge if you do not want to feel uncomfortable and overdressed, especially if some places have outdoor heating with zones which are different temperatures.
So what is the answer… Pashmina
Pashmina is a type of wool harvested from a particular breed of goat found naturally in the high altitudes of the Himalayan Mountains. It is a fine quality cashmere, these unique goats grow a very thin inner coat of hair that insulates them during the extremely harsh Himalayan winters. Each hair is about 1/6th the diameter of most other types of hair – but is still surprisingly durable whilst being stunningly soft and comforting to human skin. This makes the pashmina the perfect accessory to wear when dining out.
- Sophisticated with evening wear and day wear.
- A wonderful way to dress up or accentuate business wear.
- Totally wearable with any outfit whether worn loose, thrown or tied.
- Adding warmth by layering up.
Our Pashminas are perfect for that extra warmth when you are meeting up with friends outside. Whether it is at a wedding, christening or a family get together in a garden, you know that a scarf is a versatile accessory which can be easily taken off and draped over a chair if the temperature rises or wrapped around the shoulders if the night becomes a little chilly.