Gracie lives by vintage and pre-loved—fast fashion is not on the menu. This season she leans into Italian artisanship: a camel Max Mara jacket over a red knit dress, grounded by black boots, lifted with silk, and finished with a Siena-made vegan bag. Effortless, ethical, unmistakably her.

The core look

• Hero piece: Max Mara camel wool–cashmere jacket (slightly oversized, sharp shoulder, mid-thigh).
• Base: Red knitted dress (midi, body-skimming not body-con).
• Boots: Vintage black leather boots (knee-high or mid-calf, almond toe).
• Bag: Vegan artisan bag from Siena (structured, top-handle).
• Scarf: Silk in warm tones (reds, russet, animal or geometric print).

Gracie always wears red.

Color & proportion

• Palette: Camel + red as the statement duo; ground with black boots/belt. Add a hint of ivory in the scarf print to lift the face.
• Lengths: Jacket hem ≈ dress hem or slightly shorter. If the dress is long, belt the jacket to keep shape.
• Shape: Create a clean vertical line—open jacket, scarf draped long, or tie low to avoid bulk at the neck.

Styling moves (quick wins)

1. Belt the jacket with a vintage black or croc-embossed belt to echo the boots.
2. French tuck (if dress is ribbed + thin): Add a slim belt over the dress and wear the jacket open.
3. Scarf knots:
   • “Low Ascot”: wrap once, loose knot under the collarbone.
   • “Shoulder throw”: one end long down the front, the other tossed back—very street-style.
   • “Handle wrap”: twist around the bag handle for days you don’t want it on your neck.
4. Hosiery: Sheer black for evening; semi-opaque for day. Micro-fishnet if you want subtle texture.
5. Jewellery: Gold hoops + a single signet ring. Keep it Italian-minimal.

Inspired by Copenhagen.

 

Day → Night tweaks

• Day: Bare legs (weather permitting), open jacket, scarf long, tote-size vegan bag.
• Night: Add a thin leather belt, sheer tights, bolder lip, swap tote for a mini top-handle, tuck scarf inside the jacket V for a chic neckline.

 

Fabrics & textures (make it luxe)

• Cashmere/camel coat + ribbed knit dress = soft on soft. Break it up with polished leather boots and a saffiano-style vegan bag for structure.
• Choose a silk scarf with a slight sheen—it photographs beautifully at golden hour.

Hair & makeup (editorial but wearable)

• Hair: Low chignon or glossy blowout—clean lines match the coat.
• Makeup: Fresh skin, red lip to match the dress, softly defined eyes. If red feels strong, go berry.

Artisan-first details

• Add a hand-stitched leather belt (Tuscany craft).
• Consider a Florentine straw or felt hat in camel or rust for market days.
• If it’s cooler, layer a Made-in-Italy merino polo under the dress for a stealth thermal that still looks chic.

Footwear swaps (still vintage-friendly)

• Block-heel boots for cobblestones.
• Chelsea boots for travel days.
• Heeled knee-highs to lengthen the silhouette for evening.

Photoshoot/IG tips (Gracie energy)

• Backdrop: Tuscan stone, terracotta walls, olive groves.
• Pose: One hand holding the lapel, bag slightly forward, scarf catching a bit of movement.
• Angles: 3/4 turn to show jacket structure; step-walk shot to animate the dress.

Care & longevity

• Brush the coat with a cashmere comb/brush; air it, don’t over-clean.
• Store boots with shapers; nourish vintage leather (even if you’re pro-vegan, caring for existing leather keeps it circular).
• Steam scarf, don’t iron hot.

Mini capsule around this outfit

• Swap dress: Deep burgundy or chocolate knit for quieter days.
• Swap scarf: Leopard silk = instant Italian diva.
• Add knit: Camel or red cardigan under the coat for colder weeks.
• Denim day: Dark straight jeans + red fine-knit top + same camel coat, boots, scarf, and bag.

One-line formulas

• Camel coat + red knit midi + black knee boots + silk scarf + Siena vegan bag.
• Camel coat + ivory merino polo + red slip skirt + mid-calf boots + leopard scarf.
• Camel coat belted + ribbed red dress + sheer tights + mini top-handle.

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