From striking red coats to fine jewellery that’s the last word in decadence, get carried away with these investment buys …
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Is there anything more perfectly 1960s than a cream collarless coat? We think not. Chantilly cream The Elbaz wool coat, €350; www.rosaeparis.com.
The mother of all ballerinas come replete with Mary Jane straps and signature red soles. Black satin trim crêpe ballet flats, Christian Louboutin, €695; www.net-a-porter.com.
Striking jewellery brand Alighieri, now available via Me + Em, always comes through with pearl earrings that are anything but predictable. 24 karat gold-plated recycled bronze and freshwater pearl earrings, Alighieri, €560; www.meandem.com.
When you find a pure cashmere knit (see an edit of our favourite knits here) on the high street, it’s time to pounce. Beige cashmere turtleneck jumper, €275, at COS.
Should you wish to dazzle a room with just one item, this is it. The bow-detail on this party dress is the cherry on top. Silver puff-sleeve sequin flared dress, Rotate, €460, at Brown Thomas.
Channel your inner Hitchcock heroine with a ladylike top – and a slick of punchy red lipstick. Black mulberry silk organza blouse, €79.95, and midi skirt, €99.95; both at Massimo Dutti.
Traditional – or non-traditional – diamonds pair well with sheer fabrics for after-dark allure. 18 karat white gold drop earrings, Melissa Kaye, €9,335; www.net-a-porter.com.
Name something more opulent (or hard-working) than a low-heeled boot with a mock-croc finish. Black croc-effect leather ankle boots, By Malene Birger, €254; www.theoutnet.com.
A softly-rounded and belted coat is a classic outerwear investment that’s heavy on feminine allure. This shade of red is both on-trend and always in style. Red wool-blend belted coat, €299; www.arket.com.
You’ll never regret adding a luxurious black tee into your rotation of winter wardrobe staples. Black Brady cotton T-shirt, Nili Lotan, €190, at Samui.
Contrast utility jeans with rich leather staples like knee-high boots, belts and handbags. Blue Way-High gardener cropped jeans, €158; www.everlane.com.
Seal the deal with the right party clutch – this sequinned number is destined for a few decadent nights out. Silver oversized sequin clutch, €79, at COS.
