It’s back to shopping with clients in person in brick-and-mortar stores. Clients are excited about refreshing their wardrobes with a bit of everything, except for loungewear and workout wear, which they already have in good supply. Dressier pieces are back on shopping lists, with a good dose of casual and smart casual too. Here are some of their winners.
1. KUT from the KLOTH Denim
Most of my clients have had a pair of KUT from the Kloth jeans at some point, and I have too. Some wear the brand almost exclusively. Remarkably, their jeans and shorts fit a range of body types. Their white denim is usually not see-through, and their rises aren’t too low or too high. The fabric is substantial and fits are roomy. Sizing down is a good idea in jeans. Their denim jackets are by far the most popular with my clientele, and very robust. It’s nice to see non-blue denim come through as well.
2. Twist Sleeve Tee
This is a great ‘more than basic’ tee for a few of my clients. It’s best on those with a defined waist because it narrows on the torso. Might run a little big, especially if you’re narrow on the shoulders. The scoop neckline is not too low, and the sleeves are voluminous in a tapered way. The white is see-through without camisole.
3. High-Rise Pret-A-Jet Slim Ankle Pants
If you’re after a polished pair of utility pants across a range of greyed pastels — keep this one on your radar. Soft, comfy, and can work well on a curvier body type. They are fairly skinny, and might feel snug on a wider calf. Rise is not too high. Might need to size down. Comes in short and tall lengths.
4. Easy Tops
And last, a selection of easy-to-wear tops from brands like Nic + Zoe, Karen Kane, Ralph Lauren, DKNY, the Loft, and White House Black Market, across knits and wovens. Most of the silhouettes can be worn as is without the need to tuck or semi-tuck for a bit of structure. Most are machine washable, and some are made completely of natural fibres. The sleeveless knitted tops from DKNY look particularly good with skirts. The mesh tops from WHBM are very fitted, and fab under jackets or on their own with lovely side seam shirring. Tops from Karen Kane and the Loft tend to run big, and I have my eye in some of the Ralph Lauren shirts and polo shirts.
