Most Wanted
A curated roundup of the best new fashion arrivals, hand-picked by our editors
No matter how you envisaged 2020 turning out, it’s fair to say the year has been full of surprises. The trickle-down from the global health crisis has affected every aspect of modern life, including our closets. As a result of the pandemic, face masks have become a necessity and, given how often you’ll be wearing one, it shouldn’t be an afterthought. NET-A-PORTER’s monochrome mask is understated enough to work with every outfit in your arsenal. Make sure you’re never caught short by keeping one in your handbag or the pocket of your favorite winter coat.
On that note, with temperatures in London becoming decidedly cool – and the outdoors continuing to play an important role in our social lives due to local lockdown restrictions – junior fashion editor Marquessa Lucas-Box has been on the hunt for the perfect coat to add to her collection. This week she found it in the form of Stand Studio’s signature shearling creations.
“This season, I’m looking to indulge in a winter coat that keeps me warm and makes a stylish statement – ideal for alfresco catch-ups and drinks with friends. Stand Studio’s faux-shearling and patent-leather coat is at the top of my wish list; the subtle snake-effect fabric and dark green hue make for an ultra-wearable winter staple with a fashionable edge. Plus, as a vegan alternative to traditional shearling, this covetable piece boasts eco credentials. I’ll be styling mine with combat boots, streamlined separates and gold jewelry for a faultless winter look.”
Our top tip for keeping your outerwear feeling fresh? Finish your outfits with a selection of must-have accessories. Givenchy’s aviator sunglasses promise to add instant polish to your look all year round, while Bottega Veneta’s chocolate-brown shoulder bag is guaranteed to put a luxe spin on everything from oversized knits to sweatsuits. However, if you’re looking to truly upgrade your off-duty look, then a pair of cult sneakers is hard to beat. This season, sportswear titan Adidas Originals has teamed up with needle-moving designer Grace Wales Bonner to create an exclusive capsule collection. Inspired by the reggae and blues clubs of 1970s London, Wales Bonner’s designs strike the perfect balance between timely and timeless – her elevated take on the classic ‘Samba’ shoe is sure to turn heads.
Discover more from this week’s What’s New.