Quick summary: To dress elegantly every day, build a capsule wardrobe of quality basics, get the fit right, keep to a small colour palette, mix textures and wear fewer accessories. The eight tips below work without a large wardrobe or budget. Elegance isn’t only for weddings and red carpets. You can see it in a well-cut trouser that skims the ankle, a soft knit that drapes properly, a simple necklace that finishes an outfit.
