Wardrobe Staple No 1 of 33: The Suit

My first recommendation and an absolute must have for your lifetime wardrobe is a great suit! I recommend getting this suit in a timeless silhouette, nothing too oversized or with trendy exaggerated lapels, in a color that suits you for life! A suit is so wearable for many occasions! I have worn mine to lunch at a French Bistro, to business meetings & work as well as out on date night. It’s one of the most versatile formal outfits you can have. And the suit jacket and trousers can be broken up to create even more versatility. I love a blazer with a vintage tee and jeans. I love a suit trouser with a sweat shirt and ballerinas. My suit is from Phoebe Philo’s Celine and I found it in a Barney’s Warehouse outlet. Spend as much as you can afford on this suit so it will last a life time. Look for Made in Italy or France on the clothing tag and wool and silk for fabrication as your indications of being “well made”. Celine from Phoebe’s era is a great choice from The Real Real or Vestaire. I also love The Frankie Shop if you are on a budget. The Frankie Shop tends to be more of a fashion silhouette, but it’s a good suit option while you save up for something more timeless. And trends aren’t cycling as fast as they used to! The only other budget spot I would recommend is Zara. For the luxury side of things and a place to get inspiration for second hand shopping, Bottega Veneta is doing gorgeous suits and Ralph Lauren Purple Label is always a classic too! Saint Laurent also cuts a mean lean suit. Happy Suit Shopping!