I Just Noticed That Rosie HW's Best Looks All Follow One Very Simple Formula
If we were to make a list of celebrity closets we’d like to raid, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s might just be number one. The model perfectly toes the line between sleek and statement, often stepping out in wearable looks we're desperate to re-create. And after spending months lusting after Rosie's outfits, I've noticed that many of her best looks actually follow a very simple formula. The model starts with a base of minimalist wardrobe staples (such as tailored black pants, a black bodysuit, etc.) and pairs these items against one must-have, statement piece—like a leopard-print coat or crystal-embellished shoe.
Over the weekend, Rosie wore not one but four looks that follow this exact rule, proving that it's a foolproof way to emulate the model's style. For an evening outing, Rosie elevated a classic LBD with the addition of crystal-covered shoes, and for the daytime, Rosie donned two separate statement-making coats (hello, new-season Bottega!) over all-black base looks.
Considering many of us already have closets full of classic wardrobe staples, now seems like a good a time as any to add a few statement pieces. Keep scrolling to see Rosie's most recent looks and shop key pieces in her wardrobe.
1. Yellow Coat + Black Top + Black Trousers
Style Notes: Here Rosie started with an all-black look and updated the outfit with the addition of a brightly coloured coat by Bottega Veneta.
2. Statement Blazer + Black Trousers
Style Notes: Always a fan of a classic colour palette, Rosie added interest to this look by opting for unique tailoring.
3. Leopard-Print Coat + Black Top + Tailored Trousers
Style Notes: Once again, Rosie elevated a classic look with a statement coat. Here she opts for leopard print.
4. Little Black Dress + Statement Shoe
Style Notes: There's nothing quite as classic as a Little Black Dress on a night out. Rosie adds a touch of sparkle to this one with some crystal-embellished heels.
Next up, see more of Rosie's best outfits.
Fashion journalist Zoe Anastasiou relocated from her homeland of Australia to the UK in 2019 to become Who What Wear UK's Fashion Editor, covering a parental leave role at the time and then staying on to be the Social Media and Fashion Editor until 2021. She later held positions at Marie Claire UK and freelanced in the British fashion industry before returning home to pursue a role in content strategy.
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