When it comes to filling a wardrobe, I’m an absolute advocate for high/low dressing. The high street is perfect for some occasions, whilst I prefer something a tad more luxe for others.
It goes without saying that it’s not an even split. The majority of my wardrobe is undoubtedly from the lower-end of the pricing spectrum, but with the undeniable allure of certain designer pieces – along with the ever-growing transparency of certain malpractices amongst more affordable fashion particularly – I find myself gravitating towards a few pricier pieces every now and then.
What with it being pay-day weekend, I thought I’d share some of those with you to take the leg-work out of what can already be a daunting shopping experience (slinging anything in your basket with more than two figures can be a frightening prospect).
Here’s what I’m buying, wearing and wanting this month…
1. The two-tone silk set
As you likely know by now, there’s very little I’ve loved adding to my wardrobe more this season than a loosely-fitting shirting set. The perfect hand-luggage option, they can be worn in so many ways for all degrees of formality, whether that be the shirt alone worn unbuttoned atop a swimsuit, the trousers with a vest or bikini top, or – of course – together, the way nature (read: the designer) intended. Of course, when doing so you’d be wise to do some clever French-tucking to avoid appearing drowned by the fabric. This two-tone tie-dye set is undoubtedly my favourite of the summer – thanks to its effortless silhouette and luxuriously rich hues – and one that’ll handily transition perfectly into autumn.
2. The draped wool-blend coat
