When scrolling through Rachel Stevens's Instagram, you'll find her style is defined by three key adjectives: wearable, timeless and minimalistic. As much as I love to scroll through the aspirational outfits of many celebs, what makes me save so many of Stevens's Instagram photos is the fact that every look can be easily re-created—and on a budget, if needed.
During my deep dive into Stevens's outfit inspirations, it became clear that when autumn comes around, her looks rely on a select few items that create the ultimate capsule wardrobe. These great basics can be layered over each other and mixed into various outfit formulas to make the most of your money and closet space. Win-win.
Rachel Stevens has assembled the ultimate nine-piece capsule for the season ahead.
As much as I love finding a fashion gem that ticks all the trending boxes, I like to rely on versatile staples to create the best capsule wardrobe and take the stress out of getting dressed. And the greatest staples can work for various seasons. If you're looking to create your own autumn capsule, scroll on to see the nine staples that Rachel Stevens relies on for the season.
1. CLASSIC ROLL-NECK
Style Notes: A classic roll-neck is perfect for the cooler days of autumn, and choosing a neutral palette will add to the versatility of this staple piece.
Make like Stevens and add a gold chain necklace on top.
Minimalists know the power of camel colours.
Classic Breton stripes are forever in style.
2. TAILORED TROUSERS
Style Notes: Tailored trousers are a firm favourite amongst fashion people, be it a slim-cut style or a billowing wide-leg pair. This staple will work hard in your wardrobe for all occasions.
For day or night, tailored trousers are the base of so many great outfits.
A comfortable, relaxed-fit style.
The exquisite tailoring would have these passing as designer.
3. LEATHER BLAZER
Style Notes: The leather blazer combines two classic pieces: the humble blazer and the classic leather jacket. The sheen texture adds a luxurious feel, and an oversized fit will add extra style points.
Take a twist on a classic blazer with a luxe leather version.
This brown hue will look so good with blue denim.
Trust The Frankie Shop to make a stand-out version.
4. WHITE TRAINERS
Style Notes: Whether you're on the go or staying put, a sporty white trainer is an easy option for everyday wear. Lucky for us, they go with everything from tailored looks to floaty dresses.
With tailoring, denim or floaty dresses, white trainers are a wardrobe staple.
These have a slight platform for an elevated '90s feel.
The fashion set can't get enough of Veja's classic styles.
5. STRAIGHT-LEG JEANS
Style Notes: No wardrobe is complete without a great pair of jeans, and despite trendy new cuts, a classic straight pair can always be relied upon.
I always go to H&M for great denim at budget-friendly prices.
Frame denim is one of the softest out there.
A faded, mid-blue wash adds a relaxed feel to this pair.
6. CAMEL COAT
Style Notes: Stevens has various camel coats that she alternates between, and I can see why. There's an innate elegance to the hue, and the soft wool fabrication adds an everyday ease that's truly unmatched.
The fuzzy finish to this wool coat adds an extra-cosy feel.
A classic style that can be layered over chunky knits or simple tees.
A timeless wrap silhouette will forever be a stylish finishing touch.
7. KNIT DRESS
Style Notes: As you know, many of us at Who What Wear UK are dress people, so as the days cool down, we find ourselves reaching for knit fabrics to embrace our favourite style.
This looks just as good with mules as it does with chunky boots for wetter days.
The perfectly placed dual tones add to the elegance of this knit dress.
The autumnal throw-on dress.
8. TRENCH COAT
Style Notes: The whole fashion world loves a trench coat, but we Brits truly know its importance. With unpredictable weather being our only constant, a throw-on trench looks great no matter what the skies decide to do.
A true classic.
Navy hues always look expensive.
With the changing seasons, you'll be glad of a waterproof layer that looks this good.
9. LACE-UP BOOTS
Style Notes: A great pair of black boots will see you through every season, but for the wettest days, a reliable pair of lace-up boots with a chunky sole are a must.
This pair keeps selling out, and I can see why.
The chunky boots you'll wear forever.
The suede panelling on the sides is a subtle detail that shouldn't be missed.
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