As Creative Director of an eponymous empire, Michael Kors knows a thing or two about dressing women. Since his first catwalk show in 1984, Kors’ designs have been the ubiquitous uniform on the A-list fashion circuit, and a go-to for special events and everyday dressing dilemmas alike. With an unwavering emphasis on femininity, each season his flattering shapes and flirtatious hemlines are brought bang up to date with contemporary points of reference.
For Autumn/Winter 2013, Kors tapped into the season’s highly covetable sports-luxe trend; juxtaposing androgynous shapes with ultra-feminine embellishments. Dubbing his latest aesthetic as ‘urban athleticism’, Kors conceived this collection with the modern city dweller in mind. We particularly love how this has translated into fashion forward functionality; from statement zips on jackets and bags, to utility studs on dresses and shirts.
What are the three key pieces that should be in every woman’s wardrobe?
For fall I’d say an oversized coat, a cobalt peplum dress and a great zip-front pencil skirt that you can mix and match with everything.
If in doubt…..flats or heels?
When in doubt, always go for a sexy heel.
What fashion item would you never sell, no matter how hard up you were?
My watch – it’s the perfect mix of function and fashion.
Trench, £310 MICHAEL Michael Kors
Our fairy godmother has gifted us £1,000 of mad money that has to be spent on AW13 new season. How should we spend it?
Luxe knit separates – they are the new way to dress.
What is your guilty fashion pleasure?
It would have to be a cashmere turtleneck because it’s both indulgent and easy.
What is the key to stress free and stylish travel: what goes in the perfectly equipped carry-on bag?
Always aviators – they cover the circles under your eyes – driving loafers for comfort, a cashmere blanket and my passport.
Who is your current style crush?
Miranda Kerr – she’s sexy, she can be sporty and she’s always glamorous.
Complete this sentence with some reliable style advice. ‘ It’s never too late to…’
Stay true to yourself. My mother always told me that.
What is the most unforgiveable style crime?
Buying quantity over quality.
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