The top ten

Plus the rest of my travel wardrobe gems

Hi everyone,

This week something caught my eye. It was in the chat thread of Magasin, a Substack that some of you will know. If not I highly recommend this self described ‘fashion shopping digest’ by Laura Reilly. It’s an absolutely brilliant resource presented in a detailed style, which I really like. The regular sections ‘What’s new’ and ‘What’s on sale’ are also big draw cards, not to mention the discount codes that you wouldn't otherwise know about.

A reader posted the following on the chat -

If you could only keep ten pieces of clothing and two pairs of shoes what would they be?

A great question I think because answering it allows you to understand what you do and don’t wear. Which in turn tells you a lot about your personal style.

Items 2 and 9 from my top ten list below

Here’s my list, with the disclaimer that I left out activewear and sneakers because the task was impossible otherwise.

1. Grey coat

2. Black blazer

3. Black trousers - leather or same fabric as blazer

4. Neutral v neck cashmere cardigan

5. Straight leg jeans

6. Wide leg jeans

7. Light blue oversized shirt

8. White tee shirt

9. White tank top

10. Black dress

Two pairs of shoes - neutral flat loafer and black flat or low heel boot.

Item 6 from the top ten

Food for thought? What would be on your list? I would love it if you share your views in the comments or via email.

The boxer short and shirt set and the caftan are the last two items on my round up of summer travel wardrobe gems. They qualify because I wore them over and over and over again on my recent trip.

I’ve written about these before in the context of what to wear day to day when it’s hot. When you’re not at work but not away either. Similar principles apply to summer travel so I won’t try and reinvent the wheel.

Item 7 from the top ten. Matching boxer shorts hiding underneath so this shirt is a top ten and a travel gem!

This is what I wrote about the boxer short and shirt set -

There is something about a set like this that looks polished. Because the pieces match it somehow echoes the pulled together look of a suit, and yet you are cool and comfortable. Pair with Birkenstocks or sneakers for running around…[or] pop the set over bathers…if a trip to the beach or pool is on the agenda.

and the caftan -

Throw on a caftan or similar whatever the day brings.  Great for when you are doing daily errands in the heat. Or for the beach or pool. Pair with a small cross body bag and delicate flat sandal…for a casual lunch or dinner. 

I hope quoting myself doesn’t sound arrogant…

Well that’s it from me. Thank you for being here and see you in two weeks! Bye for now.

x

Jennie