In my quest to shop more considerately, I have a few rituals I go through before adding to basket. First, how timeless is it? Any piece that gets added to my wardrobe has to be able to transcend moving trends, and earn its spot in my collection for years to come. With its versatile colourway, classic trench … Read more
How often should you wash your coat? In short, you’re looking at once at the end of the season according to intel from the on-demand, sustainable laundry service Oxwash. But surely there are nuances to this professional cleaning schedule, right? What about how much you wear your coat, the fabric it’s made from, how long you’ve … Read more
In case the constant weather warnings and relentless downpours haven’t delivered the message: January has arrived. Whilst the season is synonymous with blustery forecasts and drizzly days, it is not without its more subtle delights. Frequent showers bring out the inimitable, earthy fragrances of nature whilst restoring parched fields to their vibrant green glory. Whilst fallen leaves reveal bony trees, their … Read more
Then there’s the Teddy coat, which, although isn’t as historical as the others (it was launched in 2013), has still gained cult status. It’s the cosy and sumptuous nature of this coat that has given it such a great reputation. Finally, there’s the Manuela, which is the most lightweight of the three with a slightly shorter length … Read more
Some jeans and jacket pairings miss the mark, but some are a match made in heaven. On a walk in New York this week, Katie Holme’s styled the latter, whilst satisfying my desire for some fresh winter styling inspiration in the process. Styling a long-line button-down coat for her outing, Holmes chose a frosty grey colour to set … Read more
We’ve all been there: It’s 7 a.m. on a Monday morning and the winter chill is still in full swing, which makes leaving your bed that little bit more difficult. All you want to do at this point is roll to your desk (whether it’s in your living room or an IRL office) cocooned in your duvet, slipper-clad and … Read more
If the Princess of Wales knows anything, it’s how to put together a Christmas Day outfit. Not that we’d expect anything less from Kate, but ever since her first appearance in 2011 with the royals at their traditional Christmas morning church visit, she has been getting it right year after year, serving us some serious festive-dressing inspiration when we need … Read more
When winter hits, it’s time to pull out the big guns when it comes to outerwear. Enter, Moncler. The performance brand is renown for its coats (and boots) that’ll protect you from the harshest of elements, and celebrities including Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Dua Lipa are among some of the French label’s most-loyal fans. Founded … Read more
