My five wardrobe essentials
These are the five wardrobe essentials I cannot be without and are the building blocks of my wardrobe. I like to think of them as the stars of the show and without them my wardrobe would be flat and drab.
January 2023. Maje boucle jacket, Aligne black tailored trousers, tee, trainers. My favourite outfit.
I’m a stylist and a fashion love so of course I am constantly tempted by new things in the shops. But oh how I try not to buy. I turned away from fast fashion many years ago now and my wardrobe is all the better for it. I get far more pleasure and wear out of shopping with intent, identifying the pieces I will really wear a lot and spending a bit more on those items.
If you spend more on a piece, you are more likely to value it and it will work harder for you in the wardrobe.
I recognise I am a ‘magpie shopper’ also known as ‘shiny object syndrome; where my head gets turned by what’s new. The way I have (almost) overcome that and started to shop for myself in a more strategic way is by getting really clear on how I want to dress. These days I want to look relaxed, classic and modern, or sometimes, relaxed, feminine with edge. It’s really helpful to come up with 3 words that describe how you want to dress so you can stay on track when shopping and not make expensive shopping mistakes.
If you’d like some help finding your 3 words or getting clarity on your personal style, watch my 45-minute masterclass The Winning Wardrobe Formula which will make an impact on your style straight away.
My Five Wardrobe staples
So without further ado, these are the five pieces I have in my wardrobe that are my absolute go-to wardrobe heroes. I couldn’t be without these items.
A boucle jacket -
These Chanel-esq jackets are everywhere. They really suit my style because they are relaxed but polished. I love wearing my black Maje jacket with really baggy jeans to do that high-low thing.
H&M always have a good selection at a cheaper price point
Stylish Massimo Dutti cream jacket. I love a roll neck or a pussy bow blouse under these jackets.
2. Slouchy tailored black trousers.
A wardrobe essential this year if you like looking up to date. Great for the office or dress down slightly with trainers as I have in the photo above.
Aligne have great trousers, not just in black!
I used to scour second hand shops in the 80’s with my Mum to find the perfect pair. Still love these.
For the fashionista’s out there. These worn with a boucle jacket and a simple tee.
A good old straight cut jean is still current
4. A simple tee. or a slogan tee if you prefer.
Everyone is wearing white tees in 2023 - this really is a building block of a wardrobe. Worn with jeans, a great blazer or jacket, jeans and loads of jewellery. I like Chambers & Beau jewellery - the founder Amy Elson came on my podcast this week - the episode will be released very soon but lots of others to listen to here.
Love these Nike’s with the cute yellow heart
Adidas Samba are the trainer all the fashion folk are wearing in 2023. A 90’s/noughties revival.
Five wardrobe staples I could not be without! I do have more so will expand on that next time on the blog.
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