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LOOK 1
SUNGLASSES, FERRAGAMO, SHOP NOW. CLASSICO DRAPE SILK SHIRT SIENNA, SHOP SIMILAR, CLASSICO WRAP SKIRT SIENNA, SHOP SIMILAR, ESSE STUDIOS. RENATA VEST, CAMILLA AND MARC, SHOP SIMILAR
Oversized sunglasses have the mysterious effect of concealing while still maintaining a symbol of chic. What better way to hide from last night’s judgment gaze or rather draw instant attention with super-sized frames to dominate your face. After all, celebs swear by their shades. I’m told large sunglasses help A-listers feel confident, especially if they’re shy. I realised I was having a similar moment during our shoot when I slipped on Ferragamo’s Transparent Burgundy Sunglasses on model Marie as seen here. Whether you’re championing your own paparazzi moment or sensibly avoiding the UV rays, giant sunnies are the ultimate accessory of coolness.
LOOK 2
CROSS STITCH MUSCLE DRESS, CHRISTOPHER ESBER, SHOP SIMILAR. AUGER EARRINGS, SARAH AND SEBASTIAN, SHOP NOW. SANDALS IN SHEARLING, HERMES, SHOP SIMILAR. CHAIR, DEDECE, SHOP SIMILAR
If you’re after a dramatic entrance and a silhouette to inspire, look no further than at Christopher Esber’s artisan knitwear dresses. Fine-tuned this season in a floor skimming length.
STYLE ESSENTIALS: Resort
OVERSIZED NEW WEAVE FRAME BAG, AJE, SHOP NOW. HIGH TIDE SAILBOATS SHIRT, ZIMMERMANN, SHOP NOW. NAUTIC COURSE TWO-TONE SWIMSUIT, ERES, SHOP NOW. DOT BEACH TOWEL, BASSIKE, SHOP NOW. SUNGLASSES, FERRAGAMO, SHOP NOW
LOOK 3
SUNGLASSES, FERRAGAMO, SHOP NOW. COLLARLESS COAT, BEARE PARK, SHOP SIMILAR. CHORUS STELLARUM EMBROIDERED SCARF 70, HERMES, SHOP SIMILAR
COLLARLESS COAT, BEARE PARK, SHOP SIMILAR. HIGH TIDE TWEED SHORTS, SHOP SIMILAR, OVERBOARD SLINGBACK HEELS, SHOP SIMILAR, ZIMMERMANN. FLOWER STRASS MINI CLUTCH, ROGER VIVIER, SHOP SIMILAR. NANO BAGUETTE CHARM, FENDI, SHOP NOW
Extend your incognito look for workwear or weekend with an elongated streamlined coat, the ultimate in transitional suiting. My tip: go slightly oversized. That way you have the option to layer or choose off-duty style with a simple tee and baggy jeans or mini to add edge. We’re seeing plenty of the sling-back heels, but this pair from Zimmermann takes you from boardroom to brunch mode thanks to the fun hardware and calming shade of lilac. Don’t resist the temptation to match with the ultimate mini bag from Fendi. It’s sure to keep the conversation going.
LOOK 4
TAILORED SCARF VEST, ESSE STUDIOS, SHOP SIMILAR. NOVA KNIT SKIRT, CAMILLA AND MARC, SHOP SIMILAR. RUNWAY SLINGBACK PUMPS, TORY BURCH, SHOP NOW. LINKED ANKLET, CHRISTOPHER ESBER, SHOP SIMILAR. CHAIN SHOULDER BAG MATELASSE MONOCHROME, CELINE, SHOP NOW
Own and celebrate every inch of your curves. Advance contouring techniques in knitwear means you show off with confidence while feeling too exposed. I also love the idea of layering a bright webbed knit skirt or dress like this one from Camila & Marc seen peeking out under a Esse Studio long trench vest which can be worn many ways.
STYLE ESSENTIALS: Cocktail
SUNGLASSES, FERRAGAMO, SHOP NOW. PIACERE BUBBLE HEM MINI DRESS, AJE, SHOP NOW. KALEIDOSCOPE BURNOUT BLOUSE, SHOP NOW, ORB RING, SHOP NOW, ZIMMERMANN. SAEDA 100 CRYSTAL-EMBELLISHED PUMPS, JIMMY CHOO, SHOP NOW
LOOK 5, 6 & 7
DELICÉ PLUNGE BRA, SIMONE PÉRÈLE, SHOP SIMILAR. D-RENAISSANCE COLLAR NECKLACE IN METAL WITH GOLD FINISHING, WHITE FRESHWATER PEARL & AMBER CRYSTALS, CHRISTIAN DIOR, SHOP SIMILAR
This season it was more about reveal than conceal. From sheers, lingerie dressing, rising hemlines and skin on display, the imagination is intimately up to you. While I tend to stick to neutrals, I couldn’t go past this neon orange lace bra from Simone Pérèle which I’d wear under a sheer top or mainstay slip dress for a careless but calculated look.
LEFT: WOOL & CASHMERE PULLOVER, SHOP NOW, DRILL SKIRT, SHOP NOW, SEQUIN SKIRT, SHOP SIMILAR, FENDI FIRST PALE PINK LEATHER HIGH HEELED SLINGBACKS, SHOP NOW, FENDI. RIGHT: MICRO DRESS IN GLOSSY LAMBSKIN WITH SMOCKED DETAILS, SHOP SIMIlAR, ChAOS EARRING & EAR CUFF, SHOP SIMIlAR, HERMES. CHAIR, DEDECE, SHOP SIMILAR
For micro styles, there’s so many options to choose from – cargo, flared, layered for a girly edge, right through to this Hermes leather mini bib style dress channeling 60s icon Edie Sedgwick.
LOOK 8 & 9
LEFT: BLOUSE IN LIGHT CANVAS, SHOP SIMILAR, VEST, SHOP SIMILAR, SKIRT IN DRILL COTTON, SHOP SIMILAR, CHRISTIAN DIOR. RIGHT: LUREX CAPE, COMMON HOURS, SHOP NOW. BREASTED BLAZER, SHOP SIMILAR, PINCH DETAIL TROUSERS, SHOP SIMILAR, Beare Park. ANKLE WRAP BALLET FLATS, TORY BURCH , SHOP SIMILAR. NECKLACE IN SWIFT CALFSKIN & PALLADIUM-FINISH METAL, HERMES, SHOP SIMILAR
A new take on business casual. The vest, once part of the three-piece suit, has seasonless versatility and is a must-have edition to your closet. Wear it on its own, over a blouse, slip dress or in entirety with a matching suit. The double-breasted suit becomes off-duty especially when amped up with a floor skimming metallic kimono and ballet flats. Yes, start dressing for your inner child, for me it was the temptation to wear ballet shoes again but without being on “pointe”.
STYLE ESSENTIALS: Business Casual
SUNGLASSES, FERRAGAMO, SHOP NOW. MADRID VEST, CAMILLA AND MARc, SHOP NOW. FLOYD PANTS, LEE MATTHEWS, SHOP NOW. LAS PALMAS SCARF, CAMILLA AND MARC, SHOP NOW. BABIES BALLERINAS, ROGER VIVIER, SHOP NOW
LOOK 10 & 11
LEFT: MONOGRAM SHIRT, SHOP SIMILAr, PENNY PANTS, SHOP NOW, LEE MATHEWS. DEIA LACE BODYSUIT, SHOP NOW, ANTONIA LEATHER PUMPS, SHOP NOW, CAMILLA AND MARC. RIGHT: CLASSICO DRAPE SILK SHIRT SIENNA, ESSE STUDIOS, SHOP SIMILAR. FOREVER ALICE BUCKET BAG, CECILY CLUNE, SHOP NOW
Rich tones of cognac, bronze, saffron and browns are a softer alternative to wearing black. I seem to have gravitated to a closet of neutrals, so choosing shades in interesting textures like silk blend organzas and sheers in the same colour family help build on my capsule collection. Relaxed proportions like these gold pants from Lee Mathews and a roomy silk blouse from Esse Studios still exude polish.
LOOK 12 & 13
SKIRT, SHOP SIMILAR, SPECTADIOR BALLET FLATS IN SOFT PERFORATED CALF LEATHER, SHOP SIMILAR, CHRISTIAN DIOR
Nostalgic for Mary Janes and ballet flats? On and off the runway, expect to see plenty from ultra platforms, square heels through to sensible flats. Perhaps the return of the classics or “balletcore” as fashionistas are coining the trend, is in response to the rise of Birkenstocks and Crocs. Don’t underrate comfort, just make sure they look stylishly elevated like these cute spectator ballet ‘flats’ by Christian Dior.
JACKET, SHOP SIMILAR, SKIRT, SHOP SIMILAR, MOSTRA PUMPS, SHOP NOW, BAG, SHOP SIMILAR, BOTTEGA VENETA
Do away with the idea of an ‘It-bag’ that will only last one season. Choosing an investment bag will retain its value while still providing heirloom cult status. Think Bottega Veneta’s Sardine Top Gold Handle Bag with its identifiable signature, the Intrecciato woven leather.
LOOK 14
JUDE JACKET, SHOP SIMILAR, SEQUIN TOP, SHOP SIMILAR, WESLEY JEANS, SHOP SIMILAR, CUIR TRIOMPHE CAMERA BAG, SHOP NOW, MARGARET LOAFERS, SHOP NOW, CELINE. NECKLACE, SARAH AND SEBASTIAN, SHOP SIMILAR
For end of year celebrations look not further than Celine with an expertly cut tuxedo jacket for day or night. It’s an investment piece you won’t regret and will get constant wear. I have boyish style tendencies but balancing out with the new “Lipstick” shade cross body bag indisputably seems to go with everything: denim, neutrals or black tie.
STYLE ESSENTIALS: Weekend Wear
INEZZA CAP, HELEN KAMINSKI, SHOP NOW. SUNGLASSES, FERRAGAMO, SHOP NOW. BOYFRIEND SHIRT, CELINE. MID RISE DENIM SHORTS, SHOP NOW, PADDED PLATFORM SLIDES, SHOP NOW, BASSIKE
Fashion Director: Aileen Marr
Photography: Sean Slattery
Hair: Taylor James Redman
Makeup: Nisha Van Berkel
Fashion Assistant: Kelly Harty
Model: Marie / Merci Management
