Classic wardrobe style

The ever-lasting wardrobe is the secret to timeless style, according to fashion stylist Franck Charlebois. The stylist to celebrities creates lasting styles to avoid fashion fiascos. Especially, when times are tough and keeping up with the latest fashion trends can be expensive, this is the moment to turn shopping into investing.

By following Charlebois’ tips, clothes become an investment, not-an impulse buy and ensure you'll have an outfit for every occasion. For starters care for your clothes. Not everyone puts enough time into looking after their clothes, but with the right attention clothes could last years. Charlebois suggests hand-washing underwear, only use wooden hangers, and steam all garments rather than ironing them.

Next on the list is investing in classical styles. It is all about mix and matching a fitted white shirt with a pencil skirt, or dark denim jeans. A range of well cut t-shirts by C&C California in all colours are the wardrobe basics, and the secret is to invest in these classics so they look effortlessly chic.

And the Italians are right when they say shoes are the finishing touch. Charlebois believes shoes make a real impression, and accessories create a look. Last but not least, keep your clothes on a hanging rack to plan outfits, keep a steamer to hand, and get some cedar blocks to discourage moths.