A uniform of classic layers, utilitarian details and dazzling jewels befit this thoroughly modern muse.
Searching for the answers to your all-weather outfit woes? marie claire’s fashion editor Monica Russell breaks down her ultimate tips.
The Trench
A trench coat is the single most hardworking wardrobe essential. Invest in a classic shape and silhouette that will not date or age. It will see you through season after season, year after year.
Isabel Marant coat, shirt and boots, all POA, isabelmarant.com; Celine by Hedi Slimane bag, $3550, (02) 9232 7051; Tiffany & Co. earrings (worn throughout), $4200, and bracelet (worn throughout), $9550. tiffany.com.au
Gabriela Hearst Lorna Double-Breasted Pleated Cotton Trench, $4,101; matchesfashion.com
Bally cardigan, $1325, bally.com.au; Bassike top, $295, bassike.com; Celine by Hedi Slimane bag, $3950, (02) 9232 7051; Tiffany & Co. chain necklace (worn throughout), POA, tiffany.com.au; Chanel necklace (worn throughout), $875, 1300 242 635; Louis Vuitton rings (worn throughout), $5750 each, au.louisvuitton.com
The White Suit
A crisp white suit has life beyond the boardroom. Style together or separately, dress up or dress down, the possibilities are endless.
Christian Dior blazer, $7000, and pants, $3200, (02) 9229 4600; Balenciaga shoes, POA, (02) 8067 9034; Max Mara bag, $1885, au.maxmara.com; Celine by Hedi Slimane bag, $2250, (02) 9232 7051; Meadowlark necklace, $719, and ring (worn throughout), $1045m meadowlark.com.au
Max Mara Crepe Wool Blazer, $1,210; au.maxmara.com & Max Mara Wool Crepe Trousers, $610; au.maxmara.com
Isabel Marant top, $900, at davidjones.com; Chloe pants, $1699, at davidjones.com. Gucci belt, $610, 1300 442 878
Maggie Marilyn coat, $1730, maggiemarilyn.com; St Agni top, $279, st-agni.com; Salvatore Ferragamo boots, POA, ferragamo.com; Furla bag, $769, furla.com
The Cardigan
A lightweight wool cardigan is a wardrobe non-negotiable. Styled over silky slip dresses or skivvies, this piece will have you looking chic year round
Lee Mathews cardigan, $429, leemathews.com.au; Marni tunic top, $1395, and bag (over shoulder), $2995, (02) 9327 3809; Bottega Veneta bag, $6380, bottegaveneta.com
The Cargo Pant & Ribbed Knit
A comfy, yet chic cargo pant will see you through the whole year. Team with simple ribbed tanks and sandals for the warmer months, or layer with chunky knits and stomping boots come winter.
Low Classic Ribbed-Knit V-Neck Cardigan, $611; farfetch.com
The Cargo Pant & Ribbed Knit
A comfy, yet chic, cargo pant will see you through the whole year. Team with simple ribbed tanks and sandals for the warmer months or layer with chunky knits and stomping boots come winter.
Marni top, $1145, (02) 9327 3809; Celine by Hedi Slimane jumper (tied around waist, worn throughout), $2950, (02) 9232 7051; Dries Van Noten pants, $809 at davidjones.com; Fendi bag, POA, fendi.com; Paco Rabanne necklace, $695, at parlourx.com
Paco Rabanne Ribbed Cotton Jacquard-Knit Top, $648.24; net-a-porter.com
bassike Belted Pleat Front Utility Pant, $320; bassike.com
Dries Van Noten shirt, $749, at davidjones.com; Bally pants, $1225, bally.com.au; Frame belt, $257, at edwardsimport.com; Tiffany & Co. necklace, POA, tiffany.com.au
This article originally appeared in the November 2020 issue of marie claire Australia.
