The most common pieces that I invest in are leather jackets, bags, boots and jeans. I usually invest in classic items that won’t go out of trend quickly. To me, an investment piece means purchasing something that I will potentially wear many, many times with many different outfits until ‘forever.’ This could mean paying more than I would normally for something that has better, long-lasting quality. When you say, “investment piece,” you instantly think of a Chanel bag or a YSL pump, but to me, I think one should invest in something they will wear everyday! My investment piece was a leather jacket… it is so versatile, can be dressed up or down and only gets better with time.Ĭara’s wearing: T-Shirt, James Perse. Zoe’s wearing: Necklace, Vintage Panetta. The aquamarine coloured stones make this the perfect piece to transition into spring, and it is a classic enough design to be worn year round. I have always been attracted to art deco pieces and I know this necklace is something I will wear season after season. Panetta was known for making high-end art deco inspired costume jewelry. My investment piece this spring is my vintage Panetta necklace. For me the ideal investment piece is consistent enough with my fashion aesthetic that I will love and wear it for years to come. An investment piece is a high quality item that will last and ideally increase in value over time. In the world of fast fashion, I love the idea of investment pieces. Naturally, I had to get a pretty pink manicure to celebrate her maiden voyage! I love this pink contrasted with blues and greens but it goes with pretty much everything, including my favourite neutrals. I’ll work her into office-friendly ensembles and dress her down on the weekends too. She’s big and bold with a feminine silhouette and an optional cross-body strap for versatility. I’ve been coveting an iconic Kate Spade handbag for quite sometime and sealed the deal when I laid eyes on this hot pink bag. I decided to work the trend into a variety of looks with an accessory worthy of an investment. Spring is all about bold colours and neon is having a BIG moment. Over the years (and a few too many impulse buys), I’ve learned to balance the latest trends with the classics while extending my wardrobe with accessories and new combinations. Or jump to: AMBER DESILETS, LONDON | BARBARA ANN SOLOMON, TORONTO | CARA MCLEAY, VANCOUVER | CHRISTINA CRAVERO, TORONTO | IVA GRBESIC, TORONTO | JACQUELYN SON, VANCOUVER | KAYLA SHORT, HALIFAX | KD FAUSTINO, CALGARY | KRYSTIN LEE, TORONTO | NICOLE WILSON, TORONTO | STEPHANIE KOCH, KELOWNA | STEPHANIE STERJOVSKI, TORONTO | WHITNEY COSGRAVE, LOS ANGELES | ZOE SMYTHE, NEW YORK CITY Question 41: What investment pieces will you be wearing this season? Read the answers now! » But knowing the above, we don’t doubt this piece will be a classic in her wardrobe. Wilson, a fashion loving blogger from Toronto, chose a classic Kate Spade handbag in a bold pink colour. Smythe, a footwear designer living in New York City, loves vintage and thrift shopping so it’s no surprise that she chose a vintage Panetto necklace. New panellists, Zoe Smythe of Zoe’s Fashion Feed and Nicole Wilson of Dainty Girl, each went for an item that they feel will be worn often this season. Her top, purse and sunglasses were all investment pieces, but she lets us know she is on the hunt for more: a vintage Chanel brooch, a pair of Christian Louboutins and an Hermès bangle are all on her list. Who says white can’t be worn after Labour Day? Krystin Lee of Suburban Faux-Pas shows off her high-low look. Stephanie Sterjovski’s gorgeous white blazer definitely renews our love of winter whites. She likes to make a big impact on an outfit with her footwear. The Style Mogul’s Christina Cravero likes to invest in a statement shoe every season. None of the answers were too surprising, the styling however, was top notch as always. This week, we asked our Style Panel to talk about their favourite investment pieces that they plan on wearing this spring. To others, it simply means a classic piece that never goes out of style, fits well and can be worn in a multitude of ways. To some, it means a piece of clothing that you save up for, buy every so often, but love forever. Investment pieces mean different things to different people.
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