How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe With 2024's Biggest Trends
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Szymon Brzóska | The Style Stalker for Who What Wear
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@anoukyveStyle Notes: This year's subtlest shoe trend walks quietly into 2024, as the mid-heel shoe continues to strike the perfect balance between dressy and comfortable. Everything from low-heeled ankle boots to party-season kitten heels are on our wish lists right now, and what better shoes to invest in than ones you can wear time and again without the need for blister plasters?
I wouldn't blame you if you thought these were designer.
Decisions, decisions… these also come in black, black suede and cream.
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@lefevrediaryStyle Notes: After Toteme's smash-hit jacket singlehandedly created a new coat genre, the scarf coat has returned year after year in new colours, lengths and fabrics. It makes sense though, as this ultra-chic outerwear takes the fuss out of winter styling and combines everything you could possibly need to stay warm and chic in one easy item.
Well done, Zara; you've made the high street feel luxe again.
Unbelievably chic—they'd never know it was from the high street.
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@emswellsStyle Notes: If 2021 saw the return of the skinny and 2022 was all about the straight-leg, this year undoubtedly belongs to baggy jeans. Although the runways tried to convince us that we'd all be wearing low-slung jeans, we prefer something a little more wearable, and the looser wide-leg style is right up our street. This roomier, more casual fit is perfect to pair with chunky knits in winter and with a tank top or tee in summer.
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@smythsistersStyle Notes: We may have Katie Holmes to thank for making the cardigan cool again, but years after her "bra-digan" debut, we're still turning to cardigans over crew necks for a warm layer that's easy to wear and also feels polished. Take tips from fellow stylish stars Alexa Chung, Sofia Richie-Grainge and Hailey Bieber by wearing a fine knit with nothing underneath and pairing with jeans and simple flats.
This colour is so delicious, and would pair perfectly with so many pieces.
Cropped cardigans are perfect for pairing with high-waisted trousers and skirts.
You can't beat Marks and Spencer quality at a bargain price.
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@nlmarilynStyle Notes: Sorry, miniskirts; we've made up our minds and there's much more longevity in the midi and maxi than the micro hem. Which other skirt dresses up and down as easily as a longer, elegant slip or A-line? All you need is a change of shoes for two entirely different outfits in one, and that makes the long skirt well worth its cost per wear.
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@symphonyofsilkStyle Notes: If there's one bag that is guaranteed to do it all, it's a roomy tote, and we keep spotting minimalist styles on the arms of Instagram's best dressed. Logomania had its moment and bold, statement bags are great for bringing a look to life, but if you're looking for an investment bag to spend a little more on for a lot more wear, an understated tote will only go up in value (and I can get behind any bag that fits a laptop inside).
Our editors are convinced that DeMellier makes some of the best bags around.
Dragon Diffusion bags look just as good on the beach as they do in the city.
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@modedamourStyle Notes: Back for another year (as if they ever left), the tailored, wide-leg trouser continues to be team Who What Wear UK's favourite silhouette to flatter every shape and size. Celebs and influencers are still wearing "puddle pants" (a trouser long enough to gather around the ankle) but if that feels like too much fabric, a kick-flare cut will give the same effect without overwhelming your frame.
A sleek wide-leg can be perfect for petite shoppers too.
As Mango's styling proves, these trousers look exceptionally good as part of a full suited look.
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@tylynnnguyenStyle Notes: Just like the midaxi skirt, there's only one dress trend worth committing to this season, and the longer, the better. This winter, the knitted maxi dress comes into its own with knee-high boots for the office but is equally as chic with flat sandals and a boxy blazer come spring weekends. Pure, polished perfection.
This comes in three different colours. Smart move, Raey.
This denim dress could be styled in so many ways to take you through the seasons in 2024.
