Most Wanted
A curated roundup of the best new fashion arrivals, hand-picked by our editors
With New York among other cities around the world lifting lockdown restrictions, there’s a palpable sense of hope in the air that we are, slowly but surely, moving towards a post-pandemic era. With it has come a renewed focus on seeing family and friends, not to mention talk of returning to the office in a more permanent capacity. Of course, this return to so-called normality will require another set of lifestyle adjustments, not least the way we dress. One of the trickle-down effects of lockdown was that loungewear and athleisure came to dominate our wardrobes like never before. After all, with no dinners, events or even board meetings in the diary, many of us felt there was little reason to indulge in the elegant dresses, chic suiting and stylish separates that previously comprised our on-duty look.
However, all that is set to change, as women across the globe are rediscovering and redefining their personal aesthetics. If you’re wondering how to elevate your look after months of lockdown dressing, the easiest way to start is by investing in classic pieces with a twist. Souped-up staples such as JW Anderson’s ivory flared and frayed jeans, Gauchere’s lime-green lace camisole, and Jil Sander’s brown poplin blouse (complete with a minimal necktie) strike the perfect balance between statement and staple. Consider these sartorial building blocks the jumping-off point for myriad impactful looks; simply mix and match with choice accessories and jewels by Lescarf and cult designer Sophie Bille Brahe to transform them each day.
One fashion insider who’s especially keen to overhaul her look this season is NET-A-PORTER’s senior market editor Libby Page. Inspired by the recent appearance of London’s elusive sunshine, she’s looking for uplifting pieces with longevity.
“Now that summer in London feels like it is finally in full swing (please stay!), I’ve been looking for easy, everyday designs that still boast a sense of occasion; versatile pieces that I know will be relevant for several seasons to come. This Staud dress is everything I have been looking for. Army green is this season’s new hue and adds a cool edge to the typically girly connotations that come with smocking. I’ll be wearing this must-have dress with flat tan sandals and a chic shoulder bag from The Row.”
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