Tailoring and chains: the late summer combo of our dreams | This week, we’re pushing a different kind of classic shirt. But first: why bigger feels fresher when it comes to chain jewellery |
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| | Heavy metal We have three explanations for the return of chunky chains. One: several 80s looks have been resurrected in 2019 (ruched mini dresses, slingbacks, headbands), and you don’t get much more 80s than a big ol’ chain. Two: they were big on the a/w 2018 and s/s 2019 catwalks, from gold chokers at Chloé to Miu Miu’s industrial necklaces. Three: not everyone likes dainty, delicate jewellery. Whatevs: this Wanderlust + Co necklace is excellent. £26, Wolf & Badger
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| | Not so dainty chain Monica Vinader’s industrial-chic bracelets look almost as sturdy and strong as those big chains you see in DIY shops, which – per Wikipedia – are used for “hoisting”, “pulling” and “securing” (yes, we’re cosseted city folk who just had to google ‘what are chains for’). Obviously, as they’re made from sterling silver, 18ct gold and rose gold vermeil, we wouldn’t actually recommend using them for anything but decoration – but they’re cool, right? From £250, Monica Vinader
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| | Good as gold If your gold jewellery aesthetic is more razzle-dazzle than elegantly complementary, say hello to Warehouse’s link bracelet. It’s vaguely Versace-ish; in fact, this Versace charm bracelet has an adjacent vibe – albeit one that’s infinitely more OTT, because Donatella. And if you prefer silver, John Lewis does a chunky chain cuff (£16) that will pep up everything from a T-shirt and jeans to your go-to party dress. £12, Warehouse
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| | Deep sea links Recent news that Queen Latifah will be playing Ursula in the upcoming The Little Mermaid Live! has got us excited. What we’ve done to deserve yet another splashy remake, we’re unsure, but can you imagine her singing ‘Poor Unfortunate Souls’? We’re sold. These earrings, with their glass pearls suspended between liquidy silver links, are befitting of the seductive sea witch herself. £90, Coupe de Coeur
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| A pale blue shirt is one of the hardest working pieces in any wardrobe – and Stylist Loves’ deputy editor Moya Crockett has found the perfect version |
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| | The classic white shirt gets a lot of love, but this summer, I’ve spotted several women looking extremely chic in light blue button-downs. Seared in my memory is the image of a lady I saw on the Southbank in July, wearing a rumpled sky-coloured shirt with a tailored khaki midi skirt and black sandals. She looked so stylish I wanted to take out my phone and snap a picture – but I didn’t, because I try not to be weird in public.
One warning: certain fabrics and cuts can make pale blue shirts look too preppy or formal, so look for soft, casual cotton or linen in a relaxed shape. System of Motion’s Walter shirt (£110) is – in a word – perfect.
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