One of the best examples of effortless elegance in film is the style of Catherine Banning - Rene Russo's character in "The Thomas Crowne Affair". Her looks consist of classic styles, unfussy silhouettes and neutral tones which are timeless and look as polished today as they did when the film first came out in 1999.
This sophisticated look is not hard to achieve. It's all about embracing the classics, in which everybody looks a little more soignée (such as the little black dress), as well as working wit a good tailor (tailoring can elevate any look, you can own the room in H+M if the fit and proportions are right).
I like to invest in high-quality wardrobe staples, so I can wear them often and really live in them, pieces that can take me from the office to dinner with clients to the an evening event. Uncomplicated styles also make the perfect backdrop for statement accessories and fine jewelry, like the multi-strand pearls that Russo wears throughout the film.
Here are some of my current favorite classics:
Sentaler Coat with Fur Collar:
Available at Sentaler.ca
Price - $2195
Chanel Multi-Strand Pearls:
Available at Chanel.com
Price - $4875 CDN
Gianvito Rossi Shoes
Available at MatchesFashion.com
Price - $1060 CDN
Victoria Beckham Mesh Insert Dress
Available at Harrods.com
Price - $2420 CDN
The Row Cashmere Sweaters
Available at TheRow.com and MyTheresa.com
Price - $920 CDN - $1585 CDN
Altuzarra Serge Flared Trousers
Available at MatchesFashion.com
Price - $730 CDN
Equipment Classic Blouse
Available at Equipmentfr.com
Price - $335 CDN
Dion Lee Bustier
Available at Farfetch.com
Price - $1174 CDN
Celine Catherine Sunglasses
Available at Celine.com
Price - $350 CDN
Tiffany Elsa Peretti Bone Cuff in 18K Gold
Available at Tiffany.ca
Price - $33,900 CDN
Ms MIN Leather Gloves
Available at LaneCrawford.com
Price - $320 CDN
Rachel Gilbert Hand-Embellished Dress
Available at BergdorfGoodman.com
Price - $2935 CDN