A common misconception that people have about fashion editors is that we all must worship trends and wear directional outfits as standard, but that’s not the case. Many of the people I know in the industry have a very defined sense of personal style and aren’t easily swayed by passing fads. Yes, some editors love to experiment with colour, print and texture on their terms but, on the flip side, there are countless who have very simple tastes. Me? I fall into the latter category.
My wardrobe used to be much more trend led when I was in the early stages of my career, but after I realised I had an annual urge to update it, I knew I had to kick the habit of buying into anything too of-the-moment. So, for the last eight years or so, I’ve spent much of my time adding only very classic fashion items to my collection.
This, however, doesn’t mean that you can’t make timely-feeling additions. Every year, the take on “classic” evolves and encapsulates new items. These may be inspired by the runway, street style or influencer set—perhaps it’s a skirt trend that we can all agree is pretty timeless, but just hasn’t been worn en masse for a while. Or maybe it’s something that’s considered a staple, but a fresh colour update that hasn’t been explored in a significant way before.
So, what does “classic” look like in 2025? Which pieces tap into the current fashion mood but also won’t feel dated in five years time? I nine such suggestions for you below. Scroll on to see them.
9 CLASSIC PIECES TO INVEST IN FOR 2025 AND BEYOND
1. MAXI COAT
Style Notes: When it comes to coats, it’s simplistic styles that have won out this season. While there will always be a practical place for puffers, there’s no doubt that the wool maxi coats delivered by brands including The Frankie Shop, The Row and Toteme fit the classic bill more acutely.
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Gaia Oversized Wool-Blend Coat
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