10 Timeless Designer Brands Fashion Editors Rely On to Look Effortlessly Chic

From Chanel to Manolo Blahnik.

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While trends come and go, timeless pieces never go out of style, which is why they are the best investment items. There are certain pieces that feel classic and forever—ones I could buy today and confidently know I'll still love years from now. I think of iconic luxury houses and their signatures: Burberry trench coats, Cartier Tank watches, Celine Triomphe sunglasses, Chanel ballet flats, Manolo Blahnik kitten heels, or Ferragamo pumps—items that epitomize the saying "buy nice or buy twice."

Khaite, The Row, and Toteme also come to mind—known for their wardrobe staples. Khaite's Danielle jeans are beloved by editors, The Row's often-sold-out bags and shoes have a cult following, and Toteme's the go-to for Scandinavian minimalism.

Across all of these labels, despite their higher price point, the cost per wear and the fact that they will stand the test of time make them highly coveted. Ahead, shop editor-favorite chic designer brands.

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Burberry

Cartier

Celine

Chanel

Ferragamo

Jil Sander

Khaite

Manolo Blahnik

The Row

Toteme

Audry Hiaoui
Associate Shopping Editor

Audry Hiaoui is a writer based in New York. For Who What Wear, she specializes in emerging designers, independent labels, and brand discovery, as well as interviews both on and off camera. Her writing has appeared in AnOther, Wonderland, Office, Interview, Love, and i-D, among others, with multiple cover stories and features in print, and she has worked as an editorial producer for Vogue during fashion months. She holds a master's degree in journalism and documentary filmmaking from City, University of London, and has an extensive background in film, having worked for Sundance Film Festival, SXSW, and Vice UK as well as on various projects including documentaries and music videos and most recently as a writer's assistant on an upcoming HBO/A24 series.