The understated look has reinvented itself again. For me timeless classics that are free of embellishment just work over and over again.
But this season the pared back look just has got a lot softer, a sort of feminine minimalism.
When I first worked in fashion one of my icons was Georgio Armani. With his impecable tailoring, clean lines and beautiful fabrics it was a look I dreamed of wearing and owning one day. I loved walking into the Brompton Road store with it's oh so stylish staff dressed head to toe in Armani, looking so chic, they all could of walked off the front cover of Italian vogue. The clothes beautifully presented and displayed in a way that only Armani could do it.
Flash forward a few years, and sadly I never did get to own a piece of Georgio Armani (well except for a pair of his jeans) but the legacy of his clothes has always been with me. I love classic tailoring, the sense of calm and confidence it gives you the wearer, and the ease of dressing in a minimal way that just makes you feel so cool and uncomplicated.
SS13 and this seasons new minimalism is music to my ears.
Lets start with the Queen of clean.........Jill Sander
Jill Sander ss13
Jill Sander ss13
Jill Sander ss13
Chloe ss13
Chloe ss13
Stella McCartney ss13
Stella McCartney ss13
Stella McCartney ss13
Ok.........so unless you are married to a Russian Oligarch, or footballer, most of us can still only dream of owning such beautiful pieces.
BUT here is where the clever bit comes in. The glorious HIGH STREET AND THE INTERNET!!
Zara Coat £69.99 Mixed with a Stella oh so this season orange
Zara Dress £39.99 Again a take on Stella McCartney's dress
Mango Dress £59.99
River Island Dress £40 A little nod to Stella
Cos Dress £69 A nod to Chloe
Asos Dress £45
Add a few well chosen accessories and you will look and feel amazing.......
River Island Bag £55
Next Kitten Heels £28
River Island Cats Eye Sunglasses £13
It's the trying hard, to look like you have not tried too hard, if you get my drift that makes this look work!!
And as a special friend of mine once told me.
She was just walking out of this boutique in Milan (ARMANI) when this immaculately dressed handsome man held open the door for her - she said thankyou, and he said Ciao Bella!
........then she double take, it was the main man himself Georgio Armani.
WOW!! she thought.
But then at the end of the day he is just a shopkeeper keeping his client's happy......how understated, laid back and cool is that??
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Thank you for dropping by my blog. A huge thank you to your sister for passing the word. I love that anecdote of your friend and Armani.
ReplyDeleteHi just dropped you an email, but glad you liked the post...just wish I had been the one Giorgio held the door open for!! x
DeleteThanks for stopping by too. I love that Jil Sander dress with the orange - so wearable.
ReplyDeleteHi, Thanks for your reply, that dress is amazing isn't it?
DeleteCan't wait for the weather in the U.K. to perk up so at least we can get to wear some brighter colours!!
Hi there-lovely post and the River Island bag is really nice! Have a good weekend!
ReplyDeleteHi Thanks for taking a look. I think that bag looks really expensive don't you!! x
DeleteGreat post, gotta win the lottery for sure to pick up some gorgeous pieces!
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Hi, thanks for passing by my blog. You are so right!!
DeleteA girl can dream? xx
what a splendid collection, I love minimalistic looks too !
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DeleteAmazing collections. Jill Sander has been on of my favorite brands for years. Love your Zara choices.
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DeleteGreat, I really like these elegant and yet simple looks :)
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Ah.... lOVE, LOVE LOVE Stella McCartney. Such gorgeous clothes.
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, have had interactions with Mr. Armani on several occasions. He is the very definition of a gentleman. I'm convinced that they don't make them like that anymore.
Ah, a woman after my own heart. I love simplistic styling, beautiful fabrics, and timeless clothing......sadly I don't often have the funds to run to these lovely designers, but still look on lovingly!!
ReplyDeleteMr Armani, yes a Gentleman indeed!! xx