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Why getting married is the perfect time to update your wardrobe
Words Stacey Soluade
While you don’t need to buy a whole new wardrobe just because you’re newly married it doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in an upgrade on a few key pieces to continue feeling special long after the post-wedding day high says stylist Stacey Soluade.
Clothes are an expression of our personalities and an important part of our identity so while married life symbolises two people joining and sharing their lives it shouldn’t mean you lose your sense of self or individual style either. In fact, this new partnership should enhance the way you want to look and feel on the outside as well as it does on the inside, happy and confident! Celebrating my own wedding anniversary recently made me consider what my staples are that I now can’t live without since that magical day all those years ago (seven to be exact!). So, here are my top five wardrobe updates perfect for married life…
Keepsake Jewellery
It’s not always easy to know how to choose the right jewellery to compliment your newly ringed finger so it’s important to invest in well made items. Whether you’ve chosen silver, platinum or gold for your wedding bands you can be sure pairing them with good quality pieces will make a big impact on everyday dressing. Alexandra Hakim offers beautiful individual designs that will become part of your go to treasured collection.
Key Accessories
Accessories are a cost-effective way to update your look because we wear them day after day. So, upgrading your arm candy with a quality designer handbag that will stand the test of time is perfect to give any outfit polish. The Outnet offers luxury discounted shopping with unique and limited-edition exclusives so if your wedding budget broke the bank you can still treat yourself to something new (perhaps as an anniversary gift). (3.1 Phillip Lim bag £272 www.theoutnet.com)
Easy to Wear Shirt
Marriage and all that follows means finding time-saving style solutions is key. Aiming for a capsule wardrobe can help to declutter and streamline the getting ready process which is why a crisp white shirt works so well. It’s quick and easy to wear with almost anything, taking you from day to night seamlessly, and can be the making of an outfit. Independent brand Palmer Harding specialises in making some of the best shirts around and will have one to suit everyone's style needs. (I Love You shirt, £340, www.palmerharding.com)
Choose Bold Prints
Just because you're married doesn’t mean that you should be scared off by choosing bold items for your wardrobe as a way to add both impact and femininity to your look. Adding prints is an instant upgrade but if you're worried about committing to such a statement piece then a rental purchase is a great way to experiment. Hurr has teamed up with Selfridges offering rentals on luxury new season stock so you can try before you buy! (Ganni dress, from £38 www.selfridgesrental.com/)
A Well-Cut Blazer
This is a wardrobe essential that most of us may already own but a well-tailored blazer in a neutral hue is one of those items that can transform the way we look and feel in an instant, so it’s worth updating. An asymmetric number gives a modern twist to this classic and one that will work no matter the season. (blazer £360 Annie Bing at www.net-a-porter.com)