THE STYLISH STUFF: SIMPLY DOES IT

19th April 2017

Quiet, non shouty, modern style that takes you effortlessly through the day in comfort and with joy. Today’s post celebrates some beautiful pieces that do just that, work easily into your wardrobe and intend to stay. Stripes, ruffles, volume, sports luxe, statement jewellery and a hit of delicious cobalt blue – yes, key trends happen to be covered too.Time to let the pictures do the talking…

Well hello M&S, thank you for this beauty of a white ruffle-sleeved top in crisp cotton AND under £40. I’m in. ‘Tiered sleeve Bardot top’ £39.50 worn with ‘wide leg trousers £45, both Autograph at M&S. Just add ‘Pavilion’ hoop earrings £35, Wolf & Moon,to finish the look.

As we mentioned last week, The Stylish Stuff is a little bit in love with Mango’s new sustainability conscious ‘Committed’ collection. In store and online now, this offers sculptural pieces that play with proportion – perfectly. Committed puffed sleeved blouse £39.99 worn with high waisted, wide leg ‘palazzo’ trousers £49.99, both Mango. Worn with long bar tie choker, £49, Astrid & Miyu and ‘Crack’ trainers with rubber toe cap £155, Ash.

When a little hint of a stripe just won’t do. Go big or go home. Mulberry wowed with preppy pieces on the SS17 catwalks and The Stylish Stuff loves the ‘Cleo jacket’, ‘Venus’ asymmetric dress and ‘Palace’ striped boots. Go to Mulberry.com to shop the look. Worn with ‘Talisman’ hoops £48, Wolf & Moon.

Tattoo you…stripes and ink.

Top marks go to Jigsaw for the new ‘A Day curated by Jigsaw’ collection – hi tech fabrics that feel light and sculptural, that say sports luxe but mean business. White ‘Like a Boss’ funnel neck sweatshirt £95, worn teamed with wide leg ‘feather’ pants £139 , ‘kelsey’ smart slides £85, Jones Bookmaker and statement drop ‘phase’ earrings, £70, Wolf & Moon.

Modernist textures teamed with statement earrings

When the day dictates pure, undiluted comfort, this ASOS White off-the-shoulder, striped jumpsuit is a bold girl’s choice. Yes you can wear a little strappy camisole underneath should you so wish, but for balmy days and desk to date scenarios – just be sure to add heels and this shoot’s prescriptive statement earrings. Yes, you’re welcome. Jumpsuit £85, ASOS White. (AS BEFORE white slides, Jones Bookmaker and earrings, Wolf & Moon)

…and relax. Off the shoulder. Off duty.

For just the right dose of upbeat colour, head to the perfectly curated Kïn collection by John Lewis. Yes it’s a sweatshirt shape, but the colour, the fabric and indeed the cut make this a real ‘go to’ of a piece to dress up a print or to throw on with jeans. It was definitely love at first sight for me…OH, and did I say it comes in a blush pink hue too? ‘Compact’ cotton jumper £45, worn with printed button through skirt (coming soon) both Kïn by John Lewis. (Earrings as before Wolf & Moon)

For something a little light and airy Equipment brings this slip dress to the table. Sporty worn with a Joie halter tee and bashed up Converse. Dian dress £239, Equipment, halter top £105, Joie at Harrods. Converse All Star high tops £50, Scuh; ‘Wavy Sea’ socks £19.50, Item M6.

Easy does it. Athleisure has wooed us with comfort and cool and is now as important in day to day wardrobe wear, as once a simple blazer was. Check out the sporty offerings from Austrian brand Airfield. Obligatory must have, side-stripe pants £211, and hooded top £262, both Airfield.Great with heels, wonderful with flats. ‘Drop circle’ earrings £48, Wolf & Moon

Contrast stripes, zipped pockets and light fabrications – Airfield athleisure bringing joy to the casual fold.

Introducing the quiet beauty of Kirei Clothing, a recent discovery for The Stylish Stuff. Gently bohemian and crafted in luxurious fabrics, these are clothes that yearn adventures on far flung shores as much as working into your everyday life. ‘Leona’ dress £180, ‘Bogetta’ trouser £135, both Kirei Clothing. (earrings as before Wolf & Moon)

The Stylish Stuff Beauty Notes….

Make up artist Elaine Lynskey prepped our model Gabrielle’s skin with Balance Me Moisture Rich Face Cream £24, working it into the skin lightly with her fingertips, she then evened out any redness or imperfections with a touch of Bare Mineral’s brilliant Complexion Rescue £27, John Lewis, using it only where it was needed. For the striking hit of cobalt on the eyes, Elaine used Urban Decay Razor Sharp Liquid Eyeliner in Chaos £17, applying it directly to the roots of the lashes. She then made a thicker line using the applicator and faded the colour out towards the corners of the eye using a thin brush. (earrings Wolf & Moon as before.)

Fresh glowing skin with just a hit of colour.

For a more neutral daywear look, Elaine gave the eyes a wash of shadow using RMS Swift Shadows in ‘Tempting Touch’ £15, Net-a-Porter. This product, she says, glides on and blends easily using an Illamasqua Blending Brush (IL185) £22.50, Illamasqua.

B&O Play – we interrupt this feed for a headphones moment with these chic outfit finishing must haves. Meet the H4 over-ear headphones, £249, Beoplay.