Style Rules With Blogger Stephanie Arant
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Style Rules With Blogger Stephanie Arant

US blogger Stephanie Arant (@Shhtephs) has a style that strikes the perfect balance between laidback and feminine. With plenty of tailoring, girly blouses and soft neutrals, she has amassed more than 60,000 Instagram followers. Here she discusses everything from the secrets to great style to the designer purchases she regrets…
Photography: ALL IMAGES INSTAGRAM.COM/SHHTEPHS/

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I would describe my style as effortless and elevated. I love combining wardrobe staples with unique trend-led pieces to keep things exciting. One of my go-to looks is a simple white tank, trousers and oversized blazer. For the evening, it’s a slinky black dress and strappy mid heels, accessorised with a silver necklace and small clutch bag.

My number-one styling rule is to dress according to how you feel. Don’t let trends rule you. Some days I feel like dressing more feminine, others more masculine, and others just completely comfy! I always let my feelings and mood dictate when I decide what to wear in the morning.

My favourite trend this season is chunky sole boots. I recently bought the Chloé Rain boots which have a statement chunky heel – I love how chic they make all my outfits look.

The pieces worth investing in are denim and handbags. Finding the perfect jeans can make you feel so confident; having an arsenal of good handbags can completely change an outfit. My Paco Rabanne chain bag has been such a good investment this season – it’s so versatile and looks amazing with everything in my closet.

I always let my feelings and mood dictate when I decide what to wear in the morning.

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Style is self-expression and it should be a reflection of what you like, not what is cool at the time.

My biggest wardrobe splurge was my Bottega Veneta Pouch bag. Definitely my most expensive bag, but I am so in love with the design – and I saved up for ages to buy it!

But sometimes I regret my designer purchases. I recently bought a couple of pieces on sale from a luxury brand and didn’t really think them through. They were more trend-led and I’m not sure it was the wisest decision for long-term wear.

My favourite thing in my wardrobe right now is a pair of dark grey trousers from Cos. They fit me perfectly and I wear them with pretty much everything. 

Adding jewellery is a great way to elevate your outfits. I am actually wearing more silver than gold right now, particularly chunky chains and signet rings.

The key to staying warm and looking chic is well-tailored coats and statement jackets that will pull your look together. I recently purchased a beautiful coat by Stand Studio that I’ll wear to New York fashion week in a few weeks.


My style icon is Audrey Hepburn. She was always so classic and true to her own style. On Instagram, I love following @DiscoDaydream@OumaymaBoumeshouli@NYCBambi@LaurenceFortinCote and @Sasha.Mei

The secret to good style is staying true to yourself. At the end of the day, style is self-expression and it should be a reflection of what you like, not what is cool at the time.

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