Our New Style Contributor Shares Her Fashion, Beauty & Travel Favourites
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FASHION
The Under-The-Radar Brand
Right now, I’m obsessed with DÔEN. It’s not super under the radar anymore, but it was new to me. The pieces are so chic – they have a retro feel that I love. For statement pieces, Selezza is a no-brainer.
The Affordable Finds
I rarely shop on the high street anymore as prices have gone up and there are some amazing up-and-coming brands I’d rather support – plus, they help me shop a little more sustainably. That said, I do sometimes find myself buying the basics and knitted sets from H&M. At the moment, there’s a pointelle-knit skirt set that’s high on my wish list.
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The Trend
Spring whites are classic, and they were all over the runways in February. I also think polos are going to be huge. I like wearing my dad’s vintage polos with skirts and heels for a cool contrast. Elsewhere, burgundy (patent specifically) is a trend I’m keeping my eye on – we have Sabato De Sarno’s Gucci collection to thank.
The Go-To Combo
If you live in the UK, you’ll understand the struggle of never knowing what season you’re dressing for. To get around this, I’ve been sticking to a uniform that I keep going back to – a comfy base of jeans or tracksuit bottoms and a cosy jumper, plus heels, a blazer, and a big scarf worn back to front.
The Spring Outerwear
The coat I’ve been wearing on repeat is by Bazhane. It’s a show-stopper I wear with anything from tracksuits to eveningwear – it makes any look feel that much more elevated.
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The Shopping Destinations
My favourite place to shop has to be Selfridges. It has a huge selection of high-end pieces, but it also supports up-and-coming designers and runs second-hand pop-ups. Online, I like Koibird and Browns. Both have such a cool selection of brands.
The Sunnies
I have a crazy amount of sunglasses, but I always find myself wearing the same ones – my Linda Farrow x The Attico pair. They’re so 90s. I’ve also just ordered a pair of Oliver Peoples – I’m so excited to wear them.
The Footwear
I’ve never worn a pair of shoes more than my Gucci slingbacks – so much so that I had to get them in green, too. The heel height is perfect – they’re actually comfortable – and they make me feel really special when I wear them.
The Events Hero
I love experimenting, so there’s rarely one piece I rely on for events. However, my Anine Bing hourglass blazer comes in handy when I need to dress up. It’s also perfect for elevating a day look or transitioning a look from the office to events. This exact one is sold out, but I just found a similar style on Aligne, which is just as beautiful and slightly more affordable.
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The Campaign
The latest Miu Miu show definitely made me feel a certain way – I even bought orange gloves, I was that inspired. I just love the way Miuccia Prada plays with fashion. I like every Miu Miu campaign. They always make me want to go back into my wardrobe and style all my pieces up in new ways – it’s a reminder that the key to a well-executed outfit is not the pieces, but how you put them together.
The Style Muses
My grandma has always been my style muse. She had the most quintessential Milanese style – big gold earrings, big glasses, a big fur coat and an animal print bag. My mum also influenced my style. I always find myself looking at photos of her when she was my age and feeling very inspired. My biggest fashion icon, however, is Fran Drescher as The Nanny. I check out her looks in that series at least twice a month for inspiration, then go on eBay and buy loads of 80s suits. On Instagram, I like following Giorgia Tordini and my friend Elodie. They have very different styles but it’s so interesting to see how they put outfits together.
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BEAUTY
The Essentials
First place goes to the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask in Vanilla. It’s the only treatment that actually hydrates my lips – I can’t go anywhere without it. I’m also loving Mecca’s SPF50+. I use retinol every other night, so it pays to be careful in the daytime. I also can’t live without the LH Cosmetics lip liner in Sepia. I am yet to find a better brown shade. As for fragrance, I could bathe in Dior’s Jasmin Des Anges. I could bathe in it.
The New Discoveries
I’m so late to the game, but I recently started using the OUAI Hair Pomade and cannot fathom how I ever lived without it. The other thing I’ve started using recently is the Current Body LED Mask – I’m hooked.
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TRAVEL & CULTURE
The Next Destination
I’m going to New York at the end of April and will be there for a week or so. My boyfriend is there working for the whole month on his art show, so I’ll be joining him in time for the exhibition. I always stay at The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, both for the location and the cosy rooms. It’s basically my home away from home. My first stop is always The RealReal. I just can’t help myself. I really recommend it if you’re looking for pre-loved designer pieces. I also love What Goes Around Comes Around – the selection is unmatched. I have a special attachment to NYC because I used to go with my family when I was younger. I can’t wait for another walk around Central Park.
The Staycation
If I’m having a staycation in London, I’d probably stay at the Lanesborough because it’s just so quintessentially British. Nothing relaxes me more than a room with a Hyde Park view.
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The London Hotspot
Zephyr in Notting Hill is one of my favourite restaurants. My order is normally tarama, pita bread, prawns, sea bass carpaccio and saganaki for lunch – or rib-eye steak for dinner. All with a glass of orange wine.
The Audio Favourites
I’m more of a music girl then a podcast girl. That said, if I am listening to a podcast, I want it to be both funny and entertaining, so I love Call Her Daddy. Music-wise, if you had a look through my top played, it would include a mix of Italian and English 80s songs.
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