You spot a girl on your commute and it’s love: meaning, you want to shop her entire look (‘Must. Buy. Track. Suit.’) or go home and rethink how to wear your clothes in a completely new way (‘Why didn’t I think to do that with my white shirt?’).
That’s the power of great personal style.
When you see it, it makes you want to figure out how to be the coolest, prettiest, sharpest, most superlative version of yourself.
In the final installment of the series, we talk to the Founder and Director of Roman Road Gallery Marisa Bellani about her penchant for white coats.
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"The piece? The classic Prada cashmere coat. I I have more coats and jackets in my wardrobe than anything else. It's not only an important piece, but I see it as a style investment because a good quality coat can last a lifetime. And the coat you wear is the first impression you give to people when you meet them."
Prada coat, Dolce & Gabbana top, A.P.C. trousers, Kim Mee Hye earring, Guido Moretti ring, Rolex watch, and Celine bag, all Marisa's own
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"The appeal? There is no obvious branding or label, just the quality of the cut and the fabric. It's not like a bag or an accessory that boasts the designer name, but it can really show off and reflect your style."
Viscose-mix coat, £1,195, Pringle of Scotland
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"The approach should be about confidence. Before, I would feel insecure and buy coats to cover myself up. But now I realise how playful I can be."
Wool coat, £350, Karen Millen
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"When it comes to the styling, I focus on the accessories as I often need to take my coat from day to night. So I'll use a Celine bag during the day, and add a pair of Manolos to the look for the evening."
Polyester-mix coat, £49.99, H&M
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"The attitude? Simple, elegant and urban, but sexy."
Wool coat, £420, Claudie Pierlot