1. The Essential Blazer
We won’t be the first or the last to tell you that every wardrobe needs a classic black blazer. Blurring the lines between casual and office style, a well-tailored design will quickly become one of the hardest working pieces in your closet. Whether you wear it simply with a plain white t-shirt, classic denim and a sneaker or nonchalantly thrown over the shoulders with a striking dress and heels for the evening, you’ll never be let down by your favourite blazer.
Lucy’s pick: The Missy Everynight Blazer from Blazé Milano.
Why she loves it: "Perfectly tailored in a luxurious Italian cotton blend, this blazer is the perfect weight for any season. It’s my absolute go-to when I want to add instant polish to my outfit."
2. Classic Blue Denim
While it can take time to find the perfect pair of jeans, once you do you’ll never look back. Instantly elevating your casual workwear style and an essential for weekend dressing, you’ll wear your favourite pair all year round. Elevated with feminine kitten heels and sexy midriff baring tops or worn with classic shirting and sneakers for a pulled together on-the-go style, this timeless style is the ultimate wardrobe investment.
Lucy’s pick: The Nariida Paso Jeans from Blazé Milano.
Why she loves them: "Just arrived from my new favourite brand Blazé Milano, these jeans are crafted in quintessential classic blue denim and are the perfect style and fit. Dress them up or pair them back, these jeans will stand the test of time."
3. Chunky Loafers
Trending now and forever more, if there’s one pair of shoes you invest in this season make it a chunky loafer. A streetstyle star, this capsule closet essential will add a masculine edge to dresses and slip skirts and be best friends with your favourite denim in no time. With their heavy duty soles, these timeless trans-seasonal shoes are made for walking!
Lucy’s pick: The Noua Loafer from Chloé.
Why she loves them: "I’ve been waiting for these to arrive since I first saw them in the showroom! The cloudy white colour is a cool and fresh update on the classic loafer style and is perfect for the warmer months. That said, I think I need them in black too!"
4. A Hero Maxi Dress
Striking and elegant, the beauty of the maxi dress silhouette is that it can be easily dressed up and down and will lend a sophisticated ease to your look day or night. With its long hemline, opt for a plunging neckline or open back design to add some serious sex appeal to your look. Look to Agua by Agua Bendita for the ultimate garden party style and of course who can resist Proenza Schouler’s glistening sequin style for evening.
Lucy’s pick: The Ditsy Floral Print Maxi Dress from Stella McCartney.
Why she loves it: "Stella McCartney has always been a favourite of mine. This dress can be dressed down with a flat sandal or up with a strappy heel and clutch for evening. For me that’s the best kind of dress - not to be saved for a special occasion, but to be worn and enjoyed day or night!"
5. Classic Shirting
No wardrobe is complete without a collection of shirts in an array of timeless colours, silhouettes and fabrics. Look to Rag & Bone and Rika Studios for crisp cotton styles that will look just as perfect beachside as they will at the desk when the holiday is over! For the ultimate powersuit companion invest in perfectly tailored silk iterations from Stella McCartney and Victoria Beckham. Day or night, work or play, you can be sure you’ll always be grabbing for your favourite shirts for instant polish and sartorial ease!
Lucy’s pick: The Crepe De Soie Joe Shirt from Joseph.
Why she loves it: "This stunning sage green silk shirt from Joseph is a beautiful investment. Shirts like this just don’t date - wear it with jeans or tailored trousers and you’ll be sure to get a compliment or two!"
