The Wish List
Everything you need to look your best this month
FRESH SQUEEZE
An orange purse a day keeps the doctor away—at least that’s what we’re prescribing for dressing up in dreary times. From top: Dolce & Gabbana bag, Versace bag. Opposite page: Tod’s outfit
SHINING ARMOUR
Chainmail: a metallic metaphor for confinement? Maybe. A sartorial statement for when we finally break free? Definitely. Burberry dress, sleeves, Christian Louboutin Berlinguinio bag
SPRINT FEVER
Not ready to step back into stilettos? Christian Dior’s new kicks provide subtle elevation and maximum style. Christian Dior Dior-id trainers
RANCH DRESSING
Boho style comes back in fashion with cowgirl staples, from rustic leather pieces to patchwork heels. Dolce & Gabbana boot, Christian Dior belt, Tod’s moccasins. Opposite page: Christian Dior Book tote, Bally outfit
CROWN JEWEL
The exotic crocodile skin finds a luxurious partner in emerald green this season. Together they make for a nostalgic pair. Louis Vuitton clutch, Loewe bag
IT’S A STRETCH
The elastic waistband finds its way down to the hottest heels, and we’re not complaining. From top: Balenciaga mule, Loewe shoes, Bottega Veneta heel
SOFT LANDING
Keep your toes toasty with these quilted kicks, best worn with shorts—as seen on the Louis Vuitton runway. Louis Vuitton shoe, Christian Louboutin heel
TAKE A BOA
Nothing is quite as versatile as python when it comes to bags that work equally well with brown and black. Let these styles slither to the top of your shopping list. Clockwise, from top: Tod’s bag, Gucci 1961 Jackie bag, Versace Flash bag
COMIC STRIPS
Cartoons have invaded luxury menswear, painted on bags and stitched into shirts, and there’s nothing left to do but to get animated about it. Burberry shirt, Dior Men bag. Opposite page: Louis Vuitton outfit, bags
CARRIED AWAY
The drawstring bucket bag gets an oversized treatment this season, just in time for weekend getaways to return. Loewe Balloon bag, Tom Ford outfit. Opposite page, from top: Giorgio Armani bag, Dior Men bag
OLD SCHOOL
Painted and piped in vintage colourways, retro trainers staged a full comeback for spring; let them walk you down memory lane. From top: Dior Men trainer, Loewe trainers
ARMED FORCES
Sometimes the best way to stand out is to blend in. Take it from the coolest camouflaged looks on the runway. Tod’s outfit, Alexander Mcqueen jumper
TIED UP
Real men wear bows. At least that’s what this season’s trends suggest, with the flirtatious detail used on belts and bags alike. Alexander Mcqueen looks. Opposite page: Loewe Puzzle bag