A Lesson in Borrowing
We are inspired in many ways by those we love, and in 2023 the trends are to borrow from two closets in particular – either from your grandmother or your boyfriend.
It’s an exercise in extremes, exploring the tension between masculine and feminine elements. We invite you to explore which resonates most with you – or perhaps you will find it more interesting to move fluidly between the two depending on your calendar and mood!
Accessories
The ultimate category to pilfer from your grandmother–choose chic scarves, crocheted bags, pearl necklaces, and slouchy bows to name a few. If you want to add to your wardrobe why not invest in an Hermès silk scarf, take out your Jennifer Behr bow clip, or explore crochet bags at all price points.
Top Row: Hermes Dressage Tressage Shawl, L. Erickson Long Tail Bow Silk Barrette, Tory Burch Small Fleming Soft Crochet Convertible Shoulder Bag, Cult Gaia Nyala Pearl Choker Bottom Row: Prada Re-Edition 2005 Crochet Bag, Tiffany & Co. Essential Pearls Necklace, Gucci Flora Print Silk Twill Scarf, Jennifer Behr Wide Bow Hair Clip
Don’t forget your boyfriend’s closet! Try a pair of updated classic aviator sunglasses, like these ones from Prada, or an oversized tank or sport watch. And you can never go wrong with a take on a satchel or briefcase.
Top Row: Longines Conquest Heritage, Gigi New York Sylvie Leather Satchel, Frederique Constant Highlife Perpetual Calendar Manufacture Watch Bottom Row: Prada Sunglasses with Triangle Logo, Ray-Ban Aviator Classic Sunglasses, Cambridge Satchel The Briefcase
Apparel
One of my favorite items of clothing is a vintage Laura Ashley patterned dress my grandmother gave me, so it is only fitting that when I think of my grandmother’s closet printed dresses come to mind. Her other perennial staples were cardigans and long coats mixed and matched to layered perfection depending on the season. Pastels should always apply, like these favorites below!
Top Row: Polo Ralph Lauren Floral Crinkle Blouson Maxi Dress, Staud Matilda Wool-Blend Oversized Cardigan, Giambattista Valli Saint-Rémy Cape Dress, Proenza Schouler White Label Melton Double Face Reversible Wool Blend Coat Bottom Row: Denimist Tiered Gingham Cotton Midi Dress, Polo Ralph Lauren Long Coat, Vince Alpaca-Blend Zip-Front Cardigan, Vince Wool and Cashmere Weekend Cardigan
From the boys it’s all about fluid suiting–think a modern interpretation of 90s Armani–though a traditional tailored look is never wrong. Try a modern match with either coordinating blazer and pant or aviator jacket utility pant combos or mix it up with utility on top suiting on bottom or vise versa!
First Look: Alexander McQueen Classic Single-Breasted Suiting Blazer, Ralph Lauren Collection Graison Pleated Straight-Leg Pants Second Look: Iro Miram Cropped Leather Jacket, Nili Lotan Emerson Jean
First Look: Akris Cotton Double-Face Jacket, Rag & Bone Irina Cargo Pants Second Look: Khaite the Cordelia Jacket in Black Leather, Victoria Beckham Double Pleat Trouser in Rose Quartz
Loafers
The final, magical category that can be found in both closets! Choose depending on your mood from either your grandmother’s daintier favorites…
Valentino Garavani VLogo 10mm Chain Leather Loafers, Tod’s Women’s Kate Almond Toe Loafers, Gucci Women’s Horsebit 1953 Loafer
Or on a day where you need a little more sole, borrow from the boys!
Top Row: Stuart Weitzman Nolita Lace-Up Oxford, Moschino Women’s Lace Up Oxfords Bottom Row: Alexander Wang Carter Lug Sole Loafer, Jimmy Choo Bryer Loafer Flat
