As you know, I am a big fan of all things classic and NO ONE works the ‘classic’ look like my grandmother. I love how every piece she wears is carefully chosen to achieve a perfectly co-ordinated outfit. From her head band to her jewellery to the detailing on her gorgeous cropped trousers, I think that Grandma could teach Blair Waldorf a thing or two about preppy, up-town chic!
Combining crisp cotton trousers with cashmere that looks/feels/smells good enough to eat in summery pastel blue shades for a perfect ‘popping out for coffee’ look…
Another day, another beautiful outfit. This is my Grandmother’s ‘exhibition look’ (off to see the Grace Kelly at the V&A followed by tea at Fortnum’s of course) and isn’t it just perfection? My Grandma’s style is most certainly timeless and therefore never exactly out of fashion, but I think that her look is particularly à la mode this season. For fall/winter 2010 we have seen a new kind of understated chic on the runways for designers from Chloe and Celine to Stella McCartney, Jil Sander and Gucci.
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| Chloe F/W 2010/11 |
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The basis for this trend is the combination of relatively minimalist, unfussy pieces in a palette of black, navy, camel, neutrals and greys, luxe, high-quality fabrics and accessories in moderation. With her uncanny knack of combining stunning separates and classic cuts for a look that exudes simplicity and luxury, my Grandmother most definitely has this seasons new restraint trend nailed. |
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| Stella McCartney F/W 2010/11 |
High-waisted, wide leg trousers are also BIG news for next season and looking back through my photos I realised that Grandma was way ahead of the fashion curve with this beautiful vintage pair she donned for Christmas drinks (below). Her simple white shirt and understated jewellery were the perfect choice to combine with the patterned trousers to prevent the whole look from becoming too busy.
As Coco Chanel herself said, ‘fashion fades, only style remains the same’… And after looking through my Grandmothers collection of chic and beautifully kept pieces that are every bit as covetable today as they were when she bought them, this quote definitely rings true.
Love Ella. X
Like the article + u have a glamorous grandma
Beautiful images. This post is brilliant. Great job!
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Love that you've featured your gran!
Such a lovely post! Your grandmother is cheeky(:
haha, i'll be coming back for more!
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You have a right glam granny havent you!!? Lucky!
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So lovely to see that you have your Grandma as your style icon – how stylish she looks too… x
Not only do you have fantastic style (I find inspiration in your androgynous outfits), but you are a fantastic writer.
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I loved every minute of reading this!! Hilarious and so very true. xx
Love it! Your mum dresses pretty stunningly as well! =) xoxo