And now for the hi-lo equation
THIS IS THE HIGH STREET ISSUE
– yay! Chock-full of the best edit of affordable, desirable, easy-to-wear and even easier-to-lay-your-hands-on clothes. But what if you crave a side of special? Which designer pieces make the grade to elevate your bargainous high street buys? If you’re in the market for a designer something, make sure it’s a fail-safe forever buy from a wow-factor brand. For the ultimate bag, and a flash of eccentric individuality, try the by-now classic Gucci, emblazoned with lightning bolts and crystal lips or Chloe’s Nile bag. Or flaunt your in-the-know cred with a Simon Miller gym-ring handle tote. Want to elevate your earlobes? Fendi’s bold F hoops should do the trick in the era of the bold-is-best earring. And as for accelerating the lust-worthiness of your humble jeans, black polo and mac combo, go for the full-on razzle-dazzle Dolce shades and Balenciaga’s day or night heels emblazoned with an entire forest of crystal foliage. In short, don’t hold back because, next season, come January, it’s going to be one big glamfest, so not only are you getting in on the trend early, you’d also be ahead of the game on price-per-wear. Oh, and one more thing: accessorise all of the above with a (non-smug) smile because no matter what, fashion should be FUN. Don’t say: ‘ Yah, I’ve always been a Gucci collector.’ Do say: ‘Oh, thanks, but it’s my & Other Stories dress I’m truly mad about.’