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 /  18 November 2024  

#  A Model &amp; Content Creator Shares Her Style Secrets  


Dubai-based Caroline Labouchere is part of fashion’s elite. She started her modelling career late in life at the age of 54 and is now the face of several top-tier brands. With an incredible eye for fashion, here she tells us about her favourite designers, where she finds her inspiration and her top style tips for getting it right.  


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**My style is sophisticated, classic and ageless.** I draw inspiration for my outfits from my mood and the occasion. I've always felt confident about my taste and my style changes naturally based on my environment.

**The one piece of advice I’d give is, if it doesn’t work, fit or is uncomfortable, get it out of the house.** Do not put it back in the cupboard. If it doesn’t work today, it is highly unlikely to work tomorrow. Aside from that, I don’t live by any fashion rules. Rules are made to be broken.

**I really love** [**Serena Bute**](https://serenabutelondon.com/)**.** This British brand has been around for around 30 years, its fabrics are outstanding and the designs speak for themselves. I also love [Patron Cashmere](https://en.patroncashmere.com/) – the brand goes beyond knitwear and also features beautiful silk sets and unique designs that are worth exploring. Some of my other favourite go-tos include [Zimmerman](https://www.zimmermann.com/uk/), [Nadine Merabi](https://www.nadinemerabi.com/), [Max Mara](https://gb.maxmara.com/) and [Jaquette](https://shop.jaquette.com.tr/).

 

 The one piece of advice I’d give is, if it *DOESN'T WORK, FIT OR IS UNCOMFORTABLE*, get it out of the house.  
 

 



 

 

When it comes to the high street, [Marks &amp; Spencer](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1402&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.marksandspencer.com%2F) is always reliable. It’s one of those hero British brands that never fails on knitwear. I also love [Limé](https://lime-shop.com/) which is similar to [Zara](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2F) and offers fantastic basics and long-lasting pieces.

I could not live without my white T-shirts. The best ones are from [ALO](https://www.aloyoga.com/en-gb) and Limé – they’re the ultimate staples that go with everything. Plus, anything from [OYSHO](https://www.oysho.com/gb/), as their pieces combine comfort and style beautifully. Nor could I live without my [Chanel](https://www.chanel.com/gb/) ballet flats and [Adidas](https://www.adidas.co.uk/) SL72s.

My go-to outfit formula is a white T-shirt paired with grey wool knee-length shorts. I love this combination because it’s the perfect balance between stylish and polished. When I get dressed in the morning, I start by considering how I feel and the occasion.

 

 

 

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**I only follow trends that resonate with my personal style.** For instance, my daughter prefers not to wear a belt with her trousers, which used to get to me. However, I recently heard from a stylist that skipping a belt with jeans can be chic and, although it felt awkward at first, I can just about do it now. Similarly, the idea of pairing trainers with a smart outfit was initially tough for me, but now I love it.

**This season, I can’t get enough suede and leather.** A [Massimo Dutti suede midi skirt](https://clk.tradedoubler.com/click?p=359443&a=3296018&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.massimodutti.com%2Fgb%2Fsuede-leather-midi-skirt-with-seam-details-l05303833) is high on my wishlist and I am also loving pinstripes. Three other pieces on my wishlist are a pair of pyjamas from [Sporty &amp; Rich’s collaboration with Le Bristol](https://sportyandrich.com/pages/sporty-rich-x-le-bristol-paris) in Paris, a pair of bronze heels from a lesser-known brand called [Emma Hyacinth](https://emmahyacinth.com/) and some Gazelle trainers – you can’t go wrong with [Adidas](https://www.adidas.co.uk/).

**Bags and accessories are always worth investing in.** The bag I’m loving at the moment is the [Christian Louboutin](https://eu.christianlouboutin.com/uk_en/) Loubi 54. It’s an expensive one, but a forever bag. Right now, I’m also obsessed with my [Loewe](https://www.loewe.com/eur/en/home) bucket hat – it adds a little bit of fun to a Dubai outfit.

 

 

 

 Buy expensive key pieces that can be worn a *PLETHORA OF WAYS* and mixed with high street.  
 

 



 

 

**Earrings are essential for elevating an outfit.** My current favourites include my [@ByCarolineLaBouchereare](https://www.instagram.com/bycarolinelabouchere/?hl=en-gb) styles. And I especially love my [Begum Khan](https://www.begumkhan.com/en-eu) ear cuff – it adds a slightly cooler edge.

**Use Instagram as a source of inspiration.** I don’t follow many fashion accounts, but I love following brands and pages that show brand styling – the likes of Susi Rejano, who is the founder of [@Brillantbcn](https://www.instagram.com/brillantbcn/?hl=en) and great for classic style, and [@LaMercader\_BCN](https://www.instagram.com/lamercader_bcn/?hl=en) for pinning catwalk. I also follow [@WhatPeopleAreWearing](https://www.instagram.com/whatpeoplearewearing/?hl=en) and [Victoria Magrath](https://www.instagram.com/victoria/?hl=en-gb).

 

 

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**Find what suits you.** I don’t usually wear a lot of colour but I’ve recently found myself embracing orange and I’m currently wearing brown too. When my hair turned grey, I used to shy away from warm tones, thinking they wouldn’t suit me anymore. However, I’ve come to feel comfortable with them again, especially now that my hair has a whiter tone.

**Buy expensive key pieces that can be worn a plethora of ways and mixed with high street.** For example, my latest purchase was a [Dior](https://www.dior.com/en_gb) fine cashmere jumper. I bought it for myself for my 60th birthday. I know that I’ll still wear it when I’m 70 and it will still feel fabulous. I also try to buy a lot of pre-loved designer clothing.

**Never over-dress.** When it comes to dressing for a special occasion, keep things classy and elegant. I recently teamed a crisp poplin white shirt with a long tan A-line skirt – the look was neutral, elegant and pared back and I added a black belt to cinch it in. A bit of sparkle is also great.

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