I wanted to share a look into my wardrobe philosophy and how quiet luxury shapes the way I dress. There’s a beauty in understatement. For me, fashion isn’t about loud logos or fast-changing trends – it’s about pieces that feel quietly powerful. The kind of clothes that speak through their fabric, tailoring, and movement. Over the years, I’ve refined my wardrobe to reflect this approach – a commitment to calm, elegance, and lasting quality.
Here, I’m sharing the core principles that guide how I dress and shop, and a few of the brands I consistently return to for timeless, understated style.
1. Quality Over Quantity
The biggest shift in my style philosophy has been learning to invest in fewer pieces – but making sure each one earns its place. Instead of chasing newness, I look for garments that feel beautiful in the hand, that hold their shape, travel well and that improve with age.
Favourite brands for quality:
- The Row
- Khaite
- Totême
- Joseph
- Theory
- Vince
- Loro Piana
- Gabriela Hearst
- Max Mara
- Saint Laurent
- Celine (classic collections)
- COS (for elevated basics)
- Arket (for simple, well-cut essentials)
- &Other Stories (for more affordable cashmere – they also don’t bubble as much!)
2. A Muted, Intentional Palette
I rarely stray far from a neutral palette – soft black, charcoal, camel, cream, taupe, navy, and off-white. These shades make getting dressed simple, but they also allow textures and shapes to stand out. When I do bring in colour, it’s usually muted and earthy — olive, rust, or browns.
This palette also helps everything in my wardrobe work together. It’s the foundation of a true capsule.
3. Fit and Form Matter More Than Trend
I’ve found that how something fits is often more important than the brand or trend behind it.
I often tailor items to achieve that balance. Even the simplest silhouette can feel elevated when it hangs just right.
I gravitate toward:
- Clean, elongated trousers – either straight or wide-leg with a crisp, tailored finish
- Blazers with a sharp shoulder or gently structured silhouette that frames the body
- Outerwear that skims rather than swallows, with minimal lines and subtle shape
- Knitwear that falls softly and moves with you, never clingy or overworked
4. Subtle Details Are Everything
Quiet luxury lives in the detail: the perfect horn button, tonal stitching, an invisible zipper, silk lining, or matte gold hardware. These elements might not scream for attention, but they elevate a piece and signal thoughtfulness.
I often look for:
- Minimal branding
- Beautiful seams and lining
- Premium natural fabrics – wool, cashmere, silk, cotton
- Timeless shapes with a twist (a strong shoulder or sculpted sleeve)
5. Fewer, Better Pieces – Buy less by choosing better
There are items in my wardrobe I’ve worn for a few years and would still choose today without hesitation. These are the pieces I build around each season – a black Totême or my Frankie Shop coat, wide-leg tailored trousers by Theory, a shoulder bag, or a cashmere jumper I tend to wear non-stop.
The goal is longevity. Style that evolves with you, instead of distracting from you.
Quiet Luxury Favourites Right Now
Quiet Luxury Favourites Right Now
Final Thought
Quiet luxury isn’t just a fashion trend – it’s a mindset. It’s about dressing with care, choosing pieces that reflect your values, and curating a wardrobe that feels calm, elegant, and entirely your own. Whether you’re wearing a £90 COS jumper or a Max Mara coat, it’s the intention behind it that creates impact.
