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A curated roundup of the best new fashion arrivals, hand-picked by our editors
Like all good closet staples, the denim jacket has a long and storied history. From its utilitarian beginnings in the 1880s American West right up to the present day, it has been adopted by countless style tribes – ’50s Teddy Boys, ’80s rock ’n’ rollers, and ’90s supermodels, to name a few – cementing its sartorial icon status and wear-forever appeal.
A contemporary take on classic trucker styles, Loewe’s version has been crafted in Italy from indigo denim with a longer back hem and ties at the sides. The signature debossed leather anagram patch is every tastemaker’s favorite detail and a symbol of the brand’s impeccable craftsmanship. When it comes to styling, there’s little you can’t wear it with, from breezy boho dresses to jeans in every shade and all your springtime shoes. Le Monde Béryl’s Mary Jane ballet flats are reimagined in summery woven leather and will add a touch of feminine elegance to even the most casual look.
Whatever outfit you choose, tie it together with Max Mara’s ‘Whitney’ tote, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Made in collaboration with the architecture firm Renzo Piano Building Workshop, the pleated design in smooth berry-red leather is inspired by the façade of the Whitney Museum of Modern Art in New York. Attach the long shoulder strap to keep your hands free to hold a coffee or answer emails on your commute.
If you aren’t quite sure how to incorporate the preppy trend into your wardrobe, then take cues from NET-A-PORTER’s shopping assistant, Millie Parry. “I will be wearing Bermuda shorts all summer long, whether in linen, denim or cotton. To me, they are the perfect transitional and versatile staple,” says Parry. “I’ll be leaning into the season’s collegiate feel by styling this ‘Digby’ pair by Loro Piana with Gucci’s silk polo shirt – I love the mint-green and red stripes – and Jil Sander’s crinkled-leather loafers for daytime, elevating the look with minimal accessories, a blazer and knee-high boots for evening,” she adds. Unsure whether to embrace prep from top to toe? Choose one or two pieces you can easily style back with minimal separates. Lastly, finish with everyday jewels that are simple yet distinctive enough to draw the eye, such as Agmes’s sculptural ‘Marta’ earrings, made with recycled sterling silver and inspired by mid-20th-century art.
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