6 Classic Pieces You Can Rely On Every Season

Classic pieces you can rely on every season. Women who look effortlessly polished usually have a few go-to pieces that they rely on season after season. These aren't trend pieces, they're quiet essentials that bring everything else in your wardrobe together and today I'm sharing six of them. Let's get into it. Number one, the relaxed blazer. A relaxed blazer is one of those pieces that earns its place in your wardrobe all year round. Unlike a sharply tailored blazer which can feel a little bit formal or restrictive, a relaxed blazer has softer lines, a little bit more ease in the fit and quite often has ruched sleeves which makes it far more versatile. Now it's important for me to say that we're not talking about oversized blazers here, this isn't about drowning in fabric. The relaxed blazer still gives shape but it just feels more effortless. For colour, stick to neutral tones like camel, navy or black in the autumn and winter to keep things grounded. In cooler months, layer it over a knit. Then in spring and summer, try lighter shades like crisp white or soft pink to keep the look fresh and seasonal. You can throw it over a dress, a vest top or a simple tee. It adds structure and polish without looking stiff. Number two, ballet flats. Ballet flats are one of those timeless pieces you can rely on through most of the year. Maybe not in the depths of winter but just about every other season they work beautifully. They're simple, elegant and comfortable all at once which is why they've become a classic. Now these are a kind of shoe that you just slip on and instantly feel more put together, whether you're just heading to the office or out running errands. The real rise to prominence came in the 1950s when Audrey Hepburn wore them in Funny Face and made them look chic. Since then they've never really gone out of style and what's lovely is the variety. You've got the classic round toe which will always be in style, then there's the pointed toe version which elongates the leg. Last season it was all about the Mary Jane flat and this season it's the mesh ballet flat that's everywhere. You'll also find shoes with little details like bows or buckles which just add something to the shoe while still being easy to wear. When it comes to colour, neutrals like black, nude or tan will give you the most mileage. They go with almost everything but don't overlook animal print. A leopard or snake print ballet flat can act like a neutral but still give a really polished twist to something simple like jeans and a white t-shirt. Number three, classic pearls. Pearls have come a long way from being just for special occasions. Today they're a subtle way to lift any outfit, whether it's with a little black dress or with some casual jeans and a tee. They just add some quiet elegance that feels fresh and very wearable all year round. Now I'm wearing a pearl necklace and bracelet from Gingerberry. These are called the Lumara and they're a set. The small pearls ranging from three and a half to four millimetres and the large baroque aurora pearls ranging from six to six and a half millimetres. They're a double a pearl grade and the clasp is sterling silver. I love the design of these with the smaller pearls separated with the larger pearl. They're quite unusual and they're just beautiful. Here's another beautiful bracelet in a more traditional style which is called the Stella bracelet. Like the Lumara, the pearls are double a grade and the clasp and chain is sterling silver but these are aurora pearls. New designs are always great to see but sometimes simplicity is enough. This bracelet is simple in design but it's stunning, what I would call a true classic. And then there's this bracelet, the Sprigg bracelet. These are four and a half to five millimetre aurora pearls and also a double pearl grade, this time on 18 carat solid gold. They're just so incredibly pretty and very very elegant. There is a matching necklace which is just as beautiful. The design with three clusters of small pearls separated by a small gold bead I just think is breathtaking and they look lovely with the blue dress but I can imagine wearing these with a little black dress or something like that, just stunning. This necklace has less pearls but the design is really interesting with the small gold beads which you can actually adjust. It's subtle elegance at its finest. It's an aurora pearl which is seven to eight millimetres and this is a triple a grade pearl on an 18 carat solid gold chain. I think it's very rare to look at a website and love absolutely everything on it but on Gingerberry I do, I love everything. The designs are just so beautiful, subtle and feminine. This is the Soft Embrace bracelet, it's very delicate with a single pearl on an 18 carat solid gold chain and a smaller pearl on the droplet on the end of the chain which looks so pretty. The aurora pearls range from four and a half to seven millimetres. This is just so delicate, I think it really deserves to be the star of the show and just worn on its own. There's a discount code for you for 15% off, it's Gemma15 and it's valid site wide. If you do take a look at their website and you're like me, trust me you'll fall in love with everything you see. Everything is truly beautiful. There are also some anniversary discount offers running at the moment until the 31st of August which my code can be used on top of. There's $15 off a $400 spend, there's $30 off an $800 spend, there are more and I will link them all below for you. All the items are gift wrapped, they do do free express shipping and there's also a 30-day easy return too. So if you want to treat yourself or someone you love, the code again is Gemma15. Number four, the Little Black Dress. Well the Little Black Dress has come quite a long way, it's no longer just the go-to for a night out, now it's become a true all-season staple that just quietly works no matter what time of year. In the cooler months, a black wool jumper dress is ideal. Add some opaque tights, some knee-high boots, perhaps a structured coat or a blazer and you're instantly put together without trying too hard. A spring arrives, a simple black midi, sleeveless perhaps or even with a short sleeve, it just works beautifully with ballet flats and then in summer a strappy black maxi or a floaty cotton midi feels easy, elegant and just completely effortless. That's what makes this Little Black Dress such a staple, it quietly adjusts to the season while always looking polished. Number five, wide leg jeans. Now denim trends come and go, one season it's skinny jeans, the next it's barrel legs but wide leg or straight leg jeans have stayed quite constant. They are one of the few cuts of jeans that you can rely on year after year no matter what the trend's doing. I think what makes wide leg jeans so reliable though is their flattering easy silhouette. When the length is just right they create a long elegant line especially if you wear it with a tucked in blouse or a shorter knit. Now we're not talking ultra wide legs here, just a subtle small width that skins the hip and falls nicely over the legs. In autumn and winter, dark rinsed pair with ankle boots and a wool coat or a blazer looks sophisticated. In spring a softer wash worn with a crisp white shirt or a lightweight jumper looks very fresh and polished and then in summer a lighter denim with a linen top and sandals looks relaxed but still pulled together. The key is finding the pair that feels good on you and fits everyday style. Number six, the cashmere jumper. A cashmere jumper is just one of those pieces that you can rely on season after season. In colder months a cashmere sweater could be layered over a crisp white shirt or perhaps worn under a blazer for a cozy yet sophisticated outfit but when it warms up a bit switch to lighter colored knits and wear it as an accessory around your shoulders so you're ready for any temperature dips in the evening or going into those stores that are freezing cold because the air conditioning is turned up so high. Choosing classic neutral shades like grey, navy or camel will blend seamlessly with almost anything you already own and help create a very polished look. So let me know in the comments box below, I would love to hear your favorites. If you did enjoy the video and you found it helpful then please do give it a thumbs up, it really does help and consider subscribing if you enjoyed the video for more style videos just like this one. 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