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Timeless Outfit Combinations That Work At Any Age

17.01.18

Consider these refreshingly straight-forward looks your new capsule wardrobe mainstays

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The turn of a new season brings with it a plethora of information surrounding what to wear, how to shop and who to look to for inspiration. Whilst it’s undeniably exciting to update your wardrobe with trend-focused pieces, it’s now, as we start to move away from winter and hint at the start of spring, that we focus on the capsule wardrobe builders that promise to hold their relevance for longer than the foreseeable future. We list the tried and tested outfit combinations that are not only refreshingly straight-forward but that will work whatever your age, for just about any occasion.

Statement Outerwear + everyday Staples

The simplest way to elevate capsule wardrobe staples is with the right piece of statement outerwear and this season’s champion piece is the checked trench coat – a striking yet refined design that lends itself well not just to any age range but any occasion as well. A softer alternative to classic monochrome, the Mae coat is woven using cream, black and brown yarns so it carries a certain heritage-inspired charm, plus it feels right for that tricky period in-between seasons. For now, shrug the cocoon silhouette over a simple white cotton T-shirt and blue jeans, experimenting with denim silhouettes if you’re feeling daring but keeping things simple with a skinny-fit style if you’re looking for something a little more understated. Add this sartorial star to your line-up to master city-cool with a dressed up edge.

Womens Multi CHECKED TRENCH COAT - REISS MAE

MAE CHECKED TRENCH COAT Multi £275 £165

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Womens Off White Silk-front top - REISS CAM

CAM Silk-front top Off White £85 £30

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Womens Black LOW RISE SKINNY JEANS - REISS STEVIE

STEVIE LOW RISE SKINNY JEANS Black £95 £35

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Womens Bisque RUFFLE DETAIL SANDAL - REISS RAFAELLA

RAFAELLA RUFFLE DETAIL SANDAL Bisque £150 £95

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Womens MONOKEL EYEWEAR ACETATE SUNGLASSES - REISS Shiro - NATURAL

SHIRO MONOKEL EYEWEAR ACETATE SUNGLASSES Natural £105

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Silk shirt + leather trousers

Leather trousers can be a daunting option whether you’re in your 20s or your 50s but there are tricks to finding the perfect pair that will make them seem that little bit more approachable. Firstly, choose a style with the structure of a classic skinny jean as opposed to leggings as they’ll flatter most physiques, add a little design interest to the look and lend themselves well to cropped jumper or shirting as well as longline silhouettes. A silk shirt is a failsafe styling option and with that as the only brief, you’ll be free to experiment with colour, silhouette and style. The Tala is designed with a self-tie bow detail at the neckline which will bring a little femininity to a look that traditionally veers on the side of tough-luxe.

Womens Pink Linen BOW DETAIL SHIRT - REISS TALA

TALA BOW DETAIL SHIRT Pink Linen £135 £80

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Womens Black LEATHER LEGGINGS - REISS GOLDIE

GOLDIE LEATHER LEGGINGS Black £550

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Womens Bisque JERSEY CAMI TOP - REISS CAMELLIA

CAMELLIA JERSEY CAMI TOP Bisque £25 £9

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Womens LEATHER CROSS-BODY BAG - REISS Maltby - Black

MALTBY LEATHER CROSS-BODY BAG Black £185 £110

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Leather jacket + tailored trousers

It’s time to think outside the box when it comes to tailored styling and firm up the suit trouser’s position in your weekend line-up as well as your workwear one. For effortless cool, take your go-to black pair up an inch at the ankle, wear them with a classic white cotton T-shirt and drape a leather biker jacket across your shoulders. Styled with nude heels or a pair of statement point-toe pumps, there’s little that this combination won’t be appropriate for.

Womens Black Zip-up leather jacket - REISS DREW

DREW Zip-up leather jacket Black £395 £180

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CAM Silk-front top Off White £85 £30

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Womens Black CROPPED TAILORED TROUSERS - REISS JOANNE

JOANNE CROPPED TAILORED TROUSERS Black £95

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Womens CLUSTER PENDANT NECKLACE WITH CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI - REISS Darcey - SILVER

DARCEY CLUSTER PENDANT NECKLACE WITH CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI Silver £60 £30

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Sleeveless blouse + midi skirt

The midi skirt has become something of a capsule wardrobe staple of late and it shows no sign of stepping down from its top spot as we move into the new season. The best way to make it weather appropriate? Switch your styling from an oversized knit to a softly draped blouse. Separates in varying shades of the same colour will make for a harmonious look that feels perfectly put-together. By day, team the look with a simple point-toe mule but add a metallic touch for evening and complete the look with silver-tone heels.

Womens Shell RUFFLE-FRONT TOP - REISS NOA

NOA RUFFLE-FRONT TOP Shell £95 £50

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Womens Ox Blood METALLIC MIDI SKIRT - REISS ALISA

ALISA METALLIC MIDI SKIRT Ox Blood £150 £60

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Womens Goldmetallic METALLIC OPEN-TOE SANDALS - REISS MAXINE METALLIC

MAXINE METALLIC METALLIC OPEN-TOE SANDALS Goldmetallic £160 £65

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The knitted dress and heels

The knitted dress is a key capsule wardrobe addition and it’s artfully-designed silhouettes that make a particularly striking addition to any transitional rotation. Fusing the comfort and effortlessness of an oversized roll-neck with the sophistication of a pencil skirt and the versatility of a neutral hue in one stylish package, the Cyra is the kind of piece that promises to needs little additional styling.