Give everyday essentials a luxurious update
If you’re on a mission to create a capsule closet of elevated everyday pieces, LA-based Vince is the perfect place to start
For a long time, the term ‘essentials’ has had something of a stigma attached, at least in a sartorial sense. This idea was built on a misguided assumption that the clothes we wear day in day out couldn’t possibly elicit excitement, be practical, comfortable and covetable all at the same time. However, LA-based Vince has been producing lust-worthy pieces that tick all those boxes ever since it was established back in 2002. So, if you’re planning a closet update but you’re worried that none of your fail-safe pieces truly spark joy, make this quietly luxurious label your go-to for sumptuous closet staples.
This season, Vince, as ever, was inspired by its California roots. Despite the unwavering quality of the new collection’s premium pieces, there is a sense of ease, a laid-back energy, imbued into each and every one. However, the earthy, warm palette also pays homage to the work of Swedish painter Mamma Andersson, whose emotive works are unparalleled in their ability to convey narrative and evoke a sense of nostalgia in the viewer. This is not unlike the way Vince’s winter collection, with its slightly retro esthetic, takes us on a rose-tinted journey through time. You almost get the sense, particularly with classic pieces such as a silk blouse, that these clothes have already lived a life, and that we’re merely witnessing the latest instalment.
“Not only will their timeless designs slot effortlessly into your existing closet, they are also the wardrobe building blocks in their own right
”
The label is a favourite of fashion insiders such as Sarah Harris, Madelynn Furlong, Stephanie Liu Hjelmeseth and Marta Cygan, and it’s not hard to see why. Season after season, they deliver entire collections full of wearable yet wish-list-worthy pieces. Take the butter-soft leather separates they debuted for winter 20. Whether you opt to wear the camel shirt and cropped pants together – a strong off-duty look – or dress them down with oversized knits and blue denim, they promise to add polish to any ensemble. The same is true of the label’s lurex pieces. From turtlenecks and pleated skirts to diaphanous vests and wide-leg culottes, these subtly sparkly pieces are sure to turn heads – whether they are worn as a pair or apart. Let them add impact to your weekend look or go for a full set if you’re looking for an understated evening look. These shimmering pieces come alive in the golden glow of candlelight, with the delicate glimmer demanding a double glance. This alluring quality also makes the perfect choice for party season or date night.
It’s in this, the effortless way Vince’s pieces can be mixed and matched, that the brand’s magic truly lies. Not only will their timeless designs slot effortlessly into your existing closet, they are also the wardrobe building blocks in their own right, providing the perfect jumping-off point for myriad chic new combinations. For discerning dressers, these pieces are ‘essential’ in every possible way.