It’s time to plan your sartorial calendar, aided by the January dose of Citizen Femme’s monthly fashion round-up.
Travel collections, new season launches and cool collabs incoming. January never looked better.
Following in the footsteps of her father’s luxury tailoring brand, David August, womenswear designer, Blaize Caprice, launches her luxury label in London this month. The core collection of essentials – which is responsible in its creation and meticulous in its execution – includes versatile pieces that can be worn for any occasion. Transcending trends, Blaize's tailoring includes truly timeless pieces with an unmatched attention to detail learnt from her father's bespoke atelier and using only the finest sourced wool, cashmere and silk. We have our eye on the Theo Tuxedo Dress and Irene Wrap Coat.
Put your best foot forward this year in Reformation's best-selling shoe, the Agathea Chunky Loafer. Loved by A-listers Gigi Hadid and Katie Holmes, the Agathea is now available in three new colourways including metallic silver and two-tone styles. This timeless shoe is built with sustainable materials and is 100% recyclable through RefRecycling. Wear with everything, from denim in the winter to dresses in the summer.
Ski season is here and sustainable denim brand, DL1961, has collaborated with iconic skiwear brand, Perfect Moment, to bring us an exclusive six-piece capsule collection. Fusing DL1961’s denim innovation with Perfect Moment’s expertise in performance sportswear, expect puffer jackets, ski pants, and Perfect Moment’s iconic all-in-one jumpsuit created in DL1961’s sustainable denim. You'll find Perfect Moment’s signature houndstooth patterns and star motif, too.
Iconic Swiss watch brand IWC Schaffhausen has collaborated with NET-A-PORTER to create two new versions of its timeless Portofino Automatic 37. Designed in contrasting black and white, these classic and elegant timepieces perfectly reflect the brand aesthetics of NET-A-PORTER. Both novelties, in a reduced case diameter of 37 millimeters, are elaborately finished with gold-plated rotors as well as blue screws and sapphire glass case backs.
If you're jetting away to sunnier climates anytime soon look to Copenhagen brand, Stine Goya, for their Pre-Spring 2023 Beach collection. Made entirely from responsibly sourced materials, this 17-style collection is all you need to pack for your next holiday. Discover swimwear, sarongs and kaftans in hand-painted floral prints, plus dresses and swimwear in their signature cloud print.
Scottish leather goods brand Strathberry, loved by celebrities including Katie Holmes and Kate Middleton, are known for their elegant and understated handbags. A new addition to their collection this season is the Multrees Hobo, a minimalist style that's casually cool, perfectly polished and available in two sizes. Designed with practicality and versatility in mind, this slouchy shoulder bag comes with an additional leather strap, turning the bag into a functional crossbody, suited to every day dressing.
Swedish model and self-made style icon Elsa Hosk launched her eponymous brand HELSA last year with a sell-out line of contemporary wardrobe essentials. Her latest drop titled Travel Wear reimagines traditional basics and loungewear in new shapes and sustainable materials for the ultimate balance of comfort and style. Sweatshirts, suits and ribbed separates in luxury eco-friendly fabrics are designed to be worn both at home and on the go.
Wolford's beautifully made foundation pieces are unmatched in comfort and performance. This month sees the introduction of their athleisure collection, The W – an extension of their skinwear offering, designed with movement in mind. Their performance-boosting innovations have you covered with compression leggings, yoga-flow inspired jumpsuits, shaping sports bras and simple bodywear for everyday dressing.
Whistles Wedding returns this year with a selection of timeless dresses, contemporary tailoring and chic jumpsuits for every type of ceremony; from beach nuptials to city hall celebrations. Comprising of 20 styles – five new this year – each name was inspired by romantic heroines – think Lina in Singin’ In The Rain, Andie in Pretty In Pink and Ellis in Brooklyn – and fuses classic designs with playful twists for the modern bride.
Photo credit: HELSA
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