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Following a festive season of sequins, feathers and sartorial indulgence, the new year marks the perfect time for a style reset by curating the foundations of your wardrobe. When building your capsule closet, start with hard-working staples that can be worn for various seasons. One such piece is a classic pair of jeans – and Khaite’s ‘Danielle’ style offers a high-rise, straight-leg fit that is ultra-flattering. Wear yours to the office with Victoria Beckham’s statement blazer in a fresh, lemony hue, and finish the look with loafers. To dress up your jeans, style with The Row’s elegant ‘Rai’ sandals and a crisp, oversized shirt for an afternoon at a gallery or a weekend lunch date.

For the dress-obsessed, look to Australian brand Esse Studios for high-quality basics that are cut in timeless silhouettes. Annie Hertikova, NET-A-PORTER’s senior fashion assistant, describes the brand’s ‘Supine’ cutout dress as both relaxed and elevated. “I like to start a new year by going back to the basics of my wardrobe and reaching for understated pieces,” says Hertikova. “A simple yet chic dress, like Esse Studios’ silk maxi, is a versatile staple that will see me through the year. On cooler days, I would wear it with knee-high boots and a cashmere coat. Once the season gets warmer, I’d style with sandals and lots of gold jewelry for a garden party or dining alfresco.”

It’s no secret that the right accessories can instantly transform any look, and Bottega Veneta’s ‘Pipe’ leather shoulder bag is the ideal outfit pick-me-up. Crafted from a scaled-down version of the brand’s intrecciato weave in a muted shade of its signature green, the bag is spacious enough for your phone, cards and makeup pouch. The ’90s-inspired design easily pairs with denim and sneakers, while the gold hardware and dainty strap makes it perfect for a night out with a slip dress and heeled sandals. Complement the gilded details with a chunky gold bracelet by Maor and Retrouvaí’s meaningful ‘Yin Yang’ gold ring, which is inlaid with jade and diamonds to symbolize balance.

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