“Busy” is an understatement Monica Upton. The Australia-based entrepreneur and beauty PR veteran balances her role as founder of a luxury leather label vestirsi With the demands of raising her three children (all under five). so yes, he is Busy. As a result, a versatile closet is essential. She relies on a curated capsule wardrobe that changes seamlessly throughout her day. Furthermore, she likes to stock her wardrobe with fellow Australian labels.
Upton shared, “Although I’ve always loved international brands, there’s an incredible wave of fashion coming out of Australia at the moment. The level of design and quality is stronger than ever, and we’re really spoiled for choice. From Wenroy to Camilla and Marc to Scanlan and Theodore, there’s a real depth of talent. I also understand how challenging it is to take an Australian brand global, so it’s especially meaningful to support and champion fellow Australian designers.”
Timeless Capsule Wardrobe
(Image credit: Monica Upton)
white button-up shirt
“I’m constantly on the lookout for a crisp white button-down. Tucked into trousers for a school race to a walk to a meeting or left open over a tank on the weekend, this really does everything.”
Styling Notes: “Tucked into tailored trousers or half-hidden in a silk slip skirt.”
camila and mark
dennis long sleeve shirt
topshop
Darted Cuff Oversized Button-Up Shirt
Dries Van Noten
Cho button-up shirt
black blazer
“A well-cut black blazer is non-negotiable in my wardrobe. I wear it over everything from a white T-shirt to a slip dress and it instantly makes me look like I have it together even on the most chaotic days.”
Styling Notes: “For evening over a white tee and straight leg jeans or over a slip dress.”
karen milan
Tailored Double Breasted Blazer
black bag
“I build my look around my bag because it’s the one thing that makes even my most casual outfits feel intentional. As a busy founder and mom of children ages three to five, my bags have to work as hard as I do (while also looking great!). This is my design philosophy for all VESTIRSI bags and we’ve seen it come to life in Vera Boller this season.”
Styling Notes: “With everything, from tailored trousers for meetings to denim during school.”
vestirsi
Vera Black Large Bowler Bag
vestirsi
Margot XL Black Woven Tote
vestirsi
Serena Black Leather Hobo Bag
Ballet flats
“A great ballet flat is something I wear every day. It’s comfortable and clean and effortlessly takes you from the school run to dinner in no time.”
Styling Notes: “With jeans and a blazer or slip skirt on lower-key days.”
le monde beryl
Luna Suede Ballet Flats
silk slip dress
“The silk slip dress is my go-to for effortless dressing. I style mine with cashmere knits and my VESTIRSI bag for an elevated everyday look that feels put together without being overdressed.”
Styling Notes: “With fitted knits or oversized button-downs and ballet flats.”
birth of bondi
Kobe Maxi Column Dress – Platinum
Improvement
jillian silk dress
straight leg jeans
“Good denim is a foundation piece for me. I’m looking for a clean straight leg that sits well and matches everything from heels to ballet flats, depending on where the day takes me.”
Styling Notes: “Wearing a blazer and flats or heels with a pointed toe to dinner.”
AG
Sydney High Waist Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
eggolde
Harper Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
cashmere sweater
“A good cashmere sweater is something I’m constantly on the lookout for. Whether I’m hiding it or wearing it casually, it looks effortlessly polished and it shines beautifully season after season.”
Styling Notes: “Tailored trousers worn loose or over a slip dress with ballet flats.”
Venroy
oversized wool cashmere sweater
Improvement
Tess cashmere sweater
tailored trousers
“A tapered tailored trouser in neutrals is one of those pieces that works seamlessly with everything you have in your wardrobe. I always have at least one pair on rotation.”
Styling Notes: “With a button-down for the office or with a knit for a more casual polished look.”
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