Looking to invest in one (or multiple!) timeless luxury fashion items? Maybe you just like to do your market research for whenever the time does come. While I like to think I do know a thing or two about a thing or two, you don’t just have to take my word for what’s worth buying right now. You can take my mom’s too.
No, she’s not an editor or stylist per se, but with 60-plus stylish years under her belt, a closet full of covetable gems, and fewer fashion regrets than anyone I know, she is my personal expert when it comes to all things shopping related. Unfortunately, since most of you reading this likely have not ever met or seen her, you’ll just have to trust me when I tell you she’s incredibly chic. Even I got schooled when I recently ran dozens of luxury new arrivals by her for the story you’re reading. To see what made both my and her cut, simply keep scrolling!
ALAÏA
Ribbed Pointelle-Knit Mini Dress
If I was making an “iconic designer dresses” starter pack, this would 100% be in it.
My mom has never regretted a Chanel shoe purchase.
BOTTEGA VENETA
Belted Leather-Trimmed Cotton-Garbardine Trench Coat
Leather-trimmed trench? Sign us up.
CITIZENS OF HUMANITY
Annina High-Rise Wide-Leg Organic Jeans
Perfect jeans are the cornerstone to a strong casual wardrobe.
Gucci
GG Super Mini Shoulder Bag
It feels so on-trend but also classic at once.
Mugler
Crêpe Corset Vest
You can wear this in a million and one ways.
Saint Laurent
Lee Slingback Pumps in Glazed Leather
My mom always stresses the importance of choosing comfortable shoes, and this heel height feels just right.
Christopher Esber
Sonora Veiled Tee
Going-out tops will always be in.
Enza Costa
Twill Everywhere Pants
We’ve both had these sandals for years, and nothing compares for vacation.
ALLUDE
Piped Wool and Cashmere-Blend Cardigan
Guess who already bought it.
SHUSHU/TONG
Wool-Blend Mini Skirt
I already own this in black and gray, but I’m thinking I need the navy too.
Looking to invest in a watch? This is a failproof option.
CHLOÉ
Ribbed Knit-Trimmed Leather Bomber Jacket
New Chloé is here to take all our money.
Things I support: mini bags, suede, and anything Prada.
Anine Bing
Gavin High-Rise Straight-Leg Organic Jeans
NILI LOTAN
Louise Leather Belt
A belt makes every outfit better.
Blazé Milano
Nariida Senner Corduroy-Trimmed Embroidered Denim Shirt
If you’re looking to elevate your everyday outfits, this chic jean jacket is a great start.
Bulgari
Serpenti Viper Ring
Staud
Hightide Cotton-Blend Maxi Dress
You can never have enough versatile dresses.
VALENTINO GARAVANI
Bow-Detailed Pleated Cotton-Poplin Mini Shirt Dress
You can dress this up or down to get so much use out of it.
CELINE
Triomphe Oval-Frame Acetate Sunglasses
The sunglasses my mom wears every day right now.
LOEWE
Corduroy-Trimmed Cotton Jacket
This jacket style is classic, so you’ll never feel like retiring it.
Toteme
Recycled-Crepe Straight-Leg Pants
If I told you how many times my mom has stressed the importance of a good pair of black pants.
FERRAGAMO
Cornelya Suede Ankle Boots
I actually brought these to her attention recently, and she is quite intrigued.
KHAITE
Pranta Open-Back Silk-Gazar Mini Dress
The LBD that’s missing in your life.
THE ROW
Everyday Small Textured-Leather Tote
It’s so hard to choose between all of The Row’s amazing bags, but we feel like this one is particularly wearable and classic.
THE FRANKIE SHOP
Lui Organic Cotton-Poplin Shirt
No explanation necessary.
Favorite Daughter
The Low Favorite Pants
I can’t tell you how many people I’ve convinced to buy these.
OLIVER PEOPLES X Khaite
1983c Cat-Eye Acetate and Gold-Tone Sunglasses
Closing it out with the pair I wear every day.
