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With the holiday season fast approaching, here are some last-minute additions to dress up any winter wardrobe without skimping on comfort. From party statement pieces to everyday essentials, we’ve got you covered.
The velvet blazer
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GUCCI/REMUS UOMO/HACKETT
Stand out from the crowd by experimenting with texture and adding a little glam to the traditional formal jacket. Pair with some basic trousers and a sharp shirt to ensure it gets all the attention it deserves.
The statement shirt
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SAINT LAURENT/REMUS UOMO/FLAGSTUFF
As the nights get colder and the days get darker, don’t be tempted to pack away all of your more colourful attire just yet: a loud and proud shirt can perfectly elevate any smart casual look.
The cufflinks
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SIMON CARTER X HIX/TATEOSSIAN/DEAKIN & FRANCIS
If muted tones are more your style, add some flair with your cufflinks. Catching our eyes is the brand-new collaboration between Simon Carter and Hix Restaurants, each rhodium-plated and featuring an embedded fishing fly.
The party shoes
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SEBAGO/GUCCI/BURBERRY
Ah, the loafer, one of footwear’s most timeless and versatile classics. Dress up your outfit with a slick leather style and go the extra mile with metal embellishments.
The winter boot
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PALLADIUM/DIEMME/BURBERRY
A sturdy lace-up boot is one of this season’s must-haves and is the perfect embodiment of 2019’s workwear trend. However, most importantly, they are the best defense against the hardships of a British winter and might just save you from the dreaded public fall on increasingly slippery streets.
The parka
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NOBIS/OFF-WHITE/MONCLER
Wrap up warm in this winter staple and don’t feel confined to plain colours: go bold!
The scarf
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REMUS UOMO/GUCCI/ACNE STUDIOS
An eye-catching patterned scarf can perfectly complete an outfit but make sure to opt for one with a complementary palette to the rest of your layers to avoid looking bulky.