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Great British designers do wardrobe staples

British designers do wardrobe staples
Stella McCartney, metallic pleated skirt
Ever since Mary Quant raised her hem and kicked off the swinging '60s, minis have had a place in our hearts and wardrobes. This McCartney skirt is made from a lovely shimmery metallic fabric.
Available from net-a-porter.com for £318
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Topshop zip front mini skirt
Topshops pleated and zipped number offers a modern twist to an old classic.
Can be bought online from topshop.com for £30
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Peter Jensen, white dress
We all need a summer dress to float around corn fields in and this beautifully simple piece fits the bill perfectly.
Reduced in the Cocosa.com sale from £240 to just £89
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Topshop, washed gingham dress
This halterneck gingham dress could be worn with bare legs, jeans or tights, making it super versatile.
For sale at topshop.com for £35
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Alexander McQueen, side peplum dress
You don't have to be Victoria Beckham to wear this, honest. All you need is a string of pearls and plenty of chutzpah.
Yours for just £2613 from net-a-porter.com
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British designers do wardrobe staples
French Connection, Virginia dress
A simple shift dress for those who prefer a less structured look.
Pick it up from frenchconnection.com for £65.09
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Jaeger, wool pinstripe jacket
The tailored jacket has endless possibilities. If you're a follower of fashion, the blazer and jeans combo is very on trend at the moment, however you could also wear this to work, or even with a mini skirt.
Buy online for £99 from Jaeger.co.uk
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania, black new petite jacket
Even outrageous Westwood finds room in her collection for this fitted classic.
Available for £369 from my-wardrobe.com
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Ruby London Connie bootcut
Originally designed to be worn in a field or down a mine, jeans are now as ubiquitous as umbrellas in the rain. This pair will flatter most body shapes.
This slim-fitting pair costs £100 from rubylondon.com
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British designers do wardrobe staples
Monsoon, piper button shirt
And finally, no wardrobe is complete without a shirt. This daintily embroidered blouse is a perfect all-rounder.
Buy online at monsoon.co.uk, for £32
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