![]() ![]() You can read all the capsule wardrobe books, blog posts and Instagram posts you like but there is no one size fits all formula available. I thought I’d put together a list of lessons I’ve picked up in the hope they’ll either resonate with fellow capsule wardrobe obsessives or help you on your own route to a simpler wardrobe. As I sifted through the mine of online shopping, panning for gold it hit me how much I’ve learnt since those early capsule wardrobe days. Not only had my day to day lifestyle changed but I felt a shift in personal style and I ended up changing more than I’ve changed for a long time. This latest capsule wardrobe audit felt more important than the routine ones I embark on at the turn of each season. I have however learnt a lot along the way. I’ve been committed to a minimalist wardrobe for over five years now and I have no plans to go back. Shopping used to be my go to pick me up whenever I felt low and it usually ended in bad decisions, more stress to handle or debt.Īs the year came to a close and I found myself feeling more settled in my new home, especially when I had a wardrobe to call my own my mental health improved and I felt the familiar urge to reconnect with my capsule wardrobe. It was because my mental health was in tatters and the last thing on my mind was buying new clothes. This wasn’t because I was doing a low buy year or because none of my clothes needed replacing. Afterwards I sold it, so it ended up only costing me £100.Last year I bought less than 5 items of new clothing. I bought it secondhand on a website – there’s something nice about wearing something you know someone else has had an amazing day wearing. What was your wedding dress like? A lace, empire-line style with a puddle train by Sassi Holford. What is the oldest item in your wardrobe? Two dresses that belonged to my husband’s granny. I love them but I’ll never wear them again – too painful. I bought them when I appeared in Posh, for the press night, and wore them with a long dress but they were so uncomfortable I stood next to them for the photographs. What is the most expensive item in your wardrobe? And best bargain? My gold snakeskin shoes at £300 are the most expensive. How much do you spend on clothes each month? I don’t spend for ages then I’ll have a splurge. Is there an old favourite you turn to in a wardrobe crisis? A pair of cheapo Primark flat, black ankle boots. What is the best fashion advice you have ever been given? Keep it simple and don’t coordinate too much. I’ve got between 30 and 40 pairs of shoes. The midwife said he needed to buy me a big designer bag to carry my medical notes – and he listened. ![]() How many shoes and handbags do you own? Handbags? I’ve got lots of cheapies but only one posh one – a Marc Jacobs style Ben bought me after my first midwife appointment. After we filmed this series in Cornwall, I came back to London and did a massive cull. I run in aid of the charity Bloodwise.Īre you a hoarder or do you clear out your wardrobe each season? I hang on to shoes more than clothes. If you run three or five times a week you can pretty much eat what you like. How do you keep in shape? I run marathons and half marathons and I love it. The sizing depresses me.ĭo you have a style icon? I have clothing crushes on various people, even though I wouldn’t suit what they wear. I also shop online at Asos but sadly I’ve outgrown Topshop. Sometimes, if I don’t get the job, I’ll buy it as commiseration. It’s conveniently placed near where auditions are held, so I’ll often go in and select something gorgeous, promising to treat myself if I get the part. What are your favourite high-street brands? & Other Stories. I’ve gone to many a fancy dress party as Tallulah. When I was little I was obsessed with the film Bugsy Malone. Which is your favourite fashion era? The 30s and 40s – tailored suits, red lips, heels – it was so elegant. Dressing as a cave woman when you can’t discern what’s an armhole within the bits of fur and your shoes are made from torn-up rags probably tops the list. I played Mexican painter Frida Kahlo with a monobrow, but I’ve played pretty much every century. ![]()
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