Your Personal Shopper Loves… Anna Shares Her Summer Workwear Must-Haves
Get to know the top picks and styling tips of NET-A-PORTER’s Personal Shoppers, as they reveal their seasonal staples and how to wear them. Here, Anna, from our Europe team, shares the office-approved dresses, lightweight tailoring and chic sandals to take you from work to the weekend
Office-approved dresses
“The Row is a brand that takes you from season to season, day to night. On a busy workday, especially in summer, you want your closet to work in your favor – not only when it comes to the tailoring, but also the materials. The New York-based brand has always made this its focus, with each piece thoughtfully designed. Another New York label that comes to mind for this is Khaite – its blend of structured simplicity and understated femininity appeals to me. Wearing Khaite makes you feel good, and this confidence takes you through the day. Meanwhile, the beautifully crafted pieces from Gabriela Hearst also offer conscious crafting and a subtle, female-led quality. The brand’s colorful linen or silk-and-cashmere-blend midi dresses are perfect for busy summer days, and will look good for many seasons to come.”
Summer tailoring
“When it comes to summer tailoring, I immediately think of Loro Piana. During the warmer months, I would definitely invest in the brand’s linen-and-wool-blend blazers. The elegant pieces seamlessly fit into anyone’s wardrobe and will quickly become much-loved staples in your office capsule. Max Mara is also a great choice, as the brand consistently delivers exquisite tailoring that can be dressed up or down with ease, depending on your lifestyle. Scandinavian style is something that I connect with because it is less trend-focused and more about understated details. Naturally, Toteme is a brand that I always go back to. The thought behind its straightforward tailoring means that the pieces can effortlessly be paired with different looks – from casual to more formal – and are destined to be long-term go-tos.”
Chic sandals
“Manolo Blahnik is without doubt one of my favorites; his designs are iconic for a reason. There is so much creativity, so many layers of reference to his shoes – it’s simply a joy to have a pair of Manolos in your wardrobe. Not only do they add elegance and interest to your look, but there is so much thought behind the different heel heights in the brand’s offering. For instance, a 70 or 90mm heel will give you that elevated look without becoming too uncomfortable when you are on your feet all day. No wardrobe is complete without the ‘Portofino’ sandal or a classic pump by Gianvito Rossi, either. This second-generation designer delivers go-to solutions for any occasion in chic, timeless, work-with-every-outfit iterations; for off-duty days, I love the label’s espadrille wedge heels. Finally, Aquazzura is another cult-worthy house creating footwear that embodies summer. Edgardo Osorio’s sexy designs are always a great choice to complement your outfit, and they’re also super-comfortable – perfect for dancing the night away in.”
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