The knitted dress, opposite page The blazer, this page

Find a neutral tone and a flattering thick knit and this will last year after year

Dress, €750, ie.maxmara.com. Ring, €120, tillysveaas.co.uk

Go for a size bigger for a chic, shrugged-on look

Blazer, €155, en.12storeez.com. Body, €51, goodamerican.com. Trousers, €49.99, hm.com.

Shoes, €540, dearfrances.com