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Oatmeal, biscuit, honey, caramel: one would be forgiven for mistaking this for a shopping list. Rather, this is a recipe for the deluxe colour palette we see year in year out on the fashion pack's most-stylish. Tonal neutrals are recognised in the rulebook as the easiest way to exude elegance and sophistication. Street stylers know, for example, that the simple addition of a camel coat will instantly look expensive and high end, so it's a good idea to have one in your repertoire to elevate otherwise ordinary ensembles.
In Paris, Fashion Director Julie Pelipas proved the trend-defying powers of a neutral dress code when she went full beige in relaxed trousers, a loose fitting shirt and a roomy trench. Love this look? Think pared-back but powerful and accessorise sparingly: the addition of sunglasses will look impossibly chic. Truly living up to the term 'timeless', neutral colour palettes can denote both classic luxury and contemporary minimalism, and appeal to wearers of all ages.
When putting your personal stamp on this style, you can nuance multiple shades at once to build dimension, or get playful by adding colourful accents to the equation. In terms of key pieces to consider for your capsule: the trench coat, as mentioned, is the perfect spring staple. Others include investment cashmere sweaters and romantic sheer blouses that will easily slot in beside those love-forever items you already own.