There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful we religiously follow because their style is just so on point. Our primary target is Monikh Dale—the London-based styling and shopping guru who tracks down the coolest buys from every corner of the retail world. Full of inspiring tips on rewearing investment items and finding the best high-street pieces, her Instagram feed and website are a veritable hotbed of things you’re going to want to purchase immediately (and will never regret). Each month, Monikh will share her new picks here, exclusively for you.
August is the month I start quietly weaving in the season ahead—think a light brown trench thrown over summer staples to hint at autumn without rushing it. I’m still leaning into texture: silk, lace, crisp cottons, but now in fresher tones like powder blue. Red wide-leg jeans are my standout piece this month—bold, unexpected, but surprisingly easy to style. I’m grounding everything with leather flip-flops and soft tees, keeping the balance between structure and ease. It’s a wardrobe of hardworking staples, just with a little more bite.
See My Picks of the Month:
A simple tee will act as the basis for so many of your outfits.
I bought these (and had them shortened) while they were on sale. They feel very The Row, don't you think?
A good pair of leather flip flops is the only shoe you need this season.
I have used this non stop the last few months.
It's time to start weaving in Autumn pieces into my wardrobe.
Such an expensive-looking colour.
The perfect finishing touch to any outfit.
Stripes are a big deal again for autumn/winter 2025.
Pair these easy trousers with a simple tee and flip-flops.
My most recent purchase.
This reminds me of my Topshop-obsessed days.
Can you tell I'm loving khaki hues this month?
Khaki is one of those shades that look chic in every season.
The prettiest shade of cornflower blue.
See Last Month's Picks:
The navy hue acts as a nice point of difference from black.
Pendant necklaces will always make an outfit look more expensive.
I'm calling it—the tank is the top of 2025, and I love the subtle detail on this one.
I think this will look so chic paired with a tonal tank and some leather sandals.
If you haven’t got a pair of jelly flats yet, what are you wearing!?
I tried this last week and it totally works even for a minimalist like me. Stripes are key for this season, even if it’s simply tied around your waist.`
I've been seeing Bermuda shorts everywhere, and they're perfect for the ongoing heat wave.
Really into both broderie and longer length tops at the moment so this style is a 2 for 1.
I haven’t taken off my Toteme headscarf all week, and this is my next purchase.
This new collection is right up my street.
A great way to add the lace underwear trend into your wardrobe.
Reisin is everywhere right now and I love the subtle tone of this one.
The t-shirt dress has become chic again! But a shirt or jumper is needed around the waist as well as a pendant necklace.
Soft pinks are traditional for summer, but I’m bringing them in for pre-autumn. This paired with a brown suede bag? Delicious.
There’s not really a difference between day and night trousers to me anymore.
These cult favourites just came out in khaki, and it might be the best colourway yet
How beautiful is this colour?
I feel like The Row always does a good pop of a vibrant red or intense green.
I/m predicting red trousers will be the next big trend.
I come back to Longchamp time and time again for practical yet chic bags.
An easy layering piece you can reach for no matter the season.
The dreamiest holiday dress.
The odd lace piece layered with knitwear is very chic right now.
I would style this for the daytime with jeans or striped poplin trousers.
I just love the shape of this.
I'd pair these with a white vest and suede bomber jacket.
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