I'm a Fashion Expert—5 Quiet-Luxury Brands I Always Come Back to

Here’s a brand that celebrities who epitomise the effortlessly cool look—think Nicole Kidman and Kate Moss—love to wear. Metier London is about ultra high-quality leather craftsmanship and discreet details, recognisable by its tiny brass lock in the shape of a diamond. The everyday handbags are refreshingly wearable; the Roma is a signature piece with two styles of straps. The gold chain worn on the shoulder is perfect for more formal occasions and the leather for a cross body style for a beautifully put-together weekend look.

A good pair of linen shorts can go a long way. If you don’t already own a pair, this 100% linen piece from Massimo Dutti has minimalist detailing, with concealed pockets and clean lines. Linen is derived from the flax plant and generally considered lower impact than cotton as it requires less irrigation. It’s a breathable fabric known for its unique texture. Trade out the denim shorts for these and throw on some leather mules, if you’re going for a luxe day time outfit.

Founded by super influencer Xenia Adonts, this brand holds the gold standard in sustainable fashion, thanks to its transparency and dedication to biodegradable materials across its collection. Its newest offering is a restrained and elegant assortment of gowns. The streamlined silhouette and soft buttercream hued silk makes this a truly understated piece that looks and feels expensive. Wear it this summer with statement sandals and stacked bangles.

This UK based brand specialises in the perfect shirt, with various cuts to complement your desired silhouette. It’s one of the few that offers sustainable alternatives in that it’s relatively small production in audited factories, high-quality natural fabrics and no synthetic, not even for the buttons, which are typically made of corozo nut or mother of pearl depending on the style. Any of the brand's shirts easily assimilate into the quiet-luxury look but there’s something about a striped Oxford that’s quintessentially English summer. Finally, a very chic touch is the embroidery service that’s offered at With Nothing Underneath.

This has to be one of the most underrated quiet-luxury shoe brands I’ve ever had the pleasure of wearing. A great telltale sign is that these classic staples are recognisable not by a logo but by their signature shape. We’ve seen the loafer go through countless trend-led iterations, from chunky to embroidered, but the ones that always remain are the classic leather or suede options that are wearable while relaxing in the countryside or traipsing around the city.