It’s so much fun picking outfits with my kids
Mum-of-four Abbey Clancy on her time-saving hack and modelling with her daughter
Model, presenter and mum-offour Abbey Clancy is a busy lady and she has no plans to slow down. No stranger to fashion collaborations, she’s back with a bang for autumn, modelling the latest F&F denim edit with her mini-me daughter Liberty.
Abbey said: “She loves shoot days and we have so much fun. She’s such a natural in front of the camera.”
It’s also refreshing to hear that the mum has a desire to make more conscious fashion choices.
“I am trying to be more mindful with my purchases,” she said.
She plans to work on building a capsule wardrobe for the season ahead. And with many of us tightening our belts, she assures us fashion doesn’t have to cost the earth, adding there are lots of affordable yet stylish fashion buys for all the family at the supermarket…
What’s your favourite denim style from the collection?
The Push Up style is my go-to. They are my most comfortable jeans and have become a wardrobe staple. I own every colour. They’re super flattering and supportive for every shape. I’m also a big fan of authentic bootcut jeans. They are so on-trend and I love that I can match my style with Liberty. We’ve created cute mini-me looks as part of this edit.
What key pieces should everyone have in their A/W wardrobe?
I’ve built this edit with pieces that can be styled over and over again. I consider this when I’m shopping as I’m trying to be more mindful with my purchases. You can’t go wrong with a chunky knit. It’s the perfect piece to layer over a shirt. I’m loving stripes at the moment and the cosy black-and-white striped jumper in my edit really does make any outfit look effortlessly put together. If there was ever a piece worth investing in, it would have to be a good coat. I can’t wait to style up the shearling black aviator. The quality is just unbelievable.
Is there anything you’re seeing at the moment that excites you about the future of fashion?
I’ve really embraced building a capsule wardrobe. I want to love every piece of clothing I own, with high-fashion pieces that I can take from season to season. I’m really conscious of teaching the kids about shopping more sustainably. It’s important that I work with brands that are mindful of creating clothes that are kinder to the planet.
What were you most excited about when doing this edit?
I absolutely love autumn/winter fashion, so I was really looking forward to bringing an element of my personal style to this collection. My go-to style is mixing supermarket or high-street fashion with designer accessories. Fashion doesn’t have to always cost the earth. It’s always lovely to be able to work with the kids. Liberty is starting to develop her own little style. Her favourite piece is the denim pinafore. She’ll be able to wear it through to spring.
What’s most important when buying winter clothes for kids?
It’s important anything I’m buying for the kids is durable and keeps them warm. The tan aviator is lined with a beautiful cream shearling, it’s cosy and looks so stylish on Liberty.
What is your advice to someone on a budget for dressing in A/W?
Classic statement pieces are key. I’m always picking up basic tees at my local F&F – you just can’t beat a multipack. The twill crombie is made from such a gorgeous material. It feels really luxurious and keeps me cosy. It’s my go-to for a Sunday walk. I genuinely couldn’t live without a good pair of jeans. I’ve always loved neutral tones – they’re so versatile and look superchic. I branched out of my comfort zone to try the ecru jeans and I’ll never look back. They fit perfectly.
Which favourite items do you pull out every autumn?
I still reach for my F&F grey contour jeans. I was excited to curate my second denim edit. I love the 90sinspired double denim look with the authentic bootcut jeans. They look great with an oversized jumper. My go-to is a thick knit – I have a couple that I’ll never fall out of love with.
Being a mum-of-four is full-on. Any tips for getting ready quickly?
The kids definitely take priority over everything. Having wardrobe staples makes life 10 times easier, core pieces I can throw on. My top tip would be to always pick out your outfit the night before. I do this all the time with the kids. We have so much fun picking outfits together and it takes the morning stress away. It’s nice to share this time together when life is super busy.
I think it’s so important to recognise the qualities and strengths that make you feel good about yourself.
If you could send your younger self a message, what would it be?
Don’t compare yourself to others. Everyone is a different shape and size, and that’s normal.
What does your husband Peter [Crouch] like about your style?
Pete loves my style. He really likes the bootcut jeans from my double denim look.
What does body confidence mean to you? I think it’s so important to recognise the qualities and strengths that make you feel good about yourself. l Check out Abbey’s edit in Tesco’s stores with selected lines also available online at next.co.uk