I've Been a Stylist for 20 Years—These Are the Key Buys on My Winter 2024 Wish List

You've probably heard of celebrity stylist Angie Smith from her work with household names like Holly Willoughby, Eva Mendes, Davina McCall and Rochelle Humes. Smith has a gift for making her clients look effortlessly chic, usually on an affordable budget. She's an advocate for shopping the high street, often mixing high and low pieces in her styling; and her own wardrobe and talent for uncovering the most expensive-looking finds is unrivalled. So I'm sure you'll be pleased to hear she's now aBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK columnist, here to share her expert shopping picks for the season along with some styling wisdom. Keep scrolling to see her key buys for winter 2024.

Angie wears black tailored trousers by With Nothing Underneath

Angie wears black tailored trousers by With Nothing Underneath

(Image credit: @angiesmithstyle)

I’ve been a stylist and brand consultant for over 20 years now, and I'm a strong believer in buying less and wearing those pieces more. I've learnt from my experience re-working clients' wardrobes that after editing them down to a smaller capsule, it becomes a lot easier to pull outfits together because you can actually see what's in there.

When shopping for new pieces, it’s important to be practical and think of all the outfits you could wear them with from your existing wardrobe. But most importantly, you have to really love those new items to justify adding them to your rotation. When you wear them, they have to make you feel good—really good. They have to feel comfortable on your body; I’m a strong believer in buying the size that feels and looks the best on you, and in some shops that might be a 12, in others an 18—it really doesn't matter. The buys I include in my monthly edits can be easily styled in multiple ways and will still be relevant years from now. We're talking true wardrobe classics, and I’m showing you where to find them.

Angie wears a striped shirt by With Nothing Underneath

Angie wears a striped shirt by With Nothing Underneath

(Image credit: @angiesmithstyle)

The temperamental weather has arrived, moving between cool winter evenings and milder sun-clad days, but having a wardrobe that’s ready to take on whatever the forecast decides to throw at us is easier than you might think. With a few smart additions, our wardrobes can be well equipped with buildable layers that can be combined for the cosiest winter looks or lighter ensembles. Wool fabrics are important for adding that extra warmth when required, and a great coat or jacket can be swapped in or out depending on what the weather calls for. Alongside, I’ve found a selection of very chic pieces that will work hard for you straight away before finding a place in your forever winter wardrobe.

These are the items that will keep you cosy this winter but with lightweight compositions for layering, wearable silhouettes for ease of styling and breathable fabrics for comfort. And just a note: I believe at this time of year, clothes look even better when you size up for an oversized fit.

Scroll on to explore my winter 2024 edit.

SHOP ANGIE SMITH'S WINTER 2024 EDIT:

1. The 'Nice' Top

2. The Silk Trousers

3. The Smart Shirt

4. The Black Maxi Skirt

5. The Contemporary Shoulder Bag

6. The Elevated Knit

7. The Sequin Skirt

8. The Silk Dress

9. The Subtle Sparkle Top

10. The Tailored Trousers

11. The Evening Poncho

12. The Show-Stopping Dress

13. The Printed Skirt

14. The Puffer Coat

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Emily Dawes
Affiliate Editor

Emily Dawes is the very definition of a fashion multi hyphenate. An editor, stylist and writer with over eleven years’ worth of experience in the industry, Emily is known for her impeccable taste, elegant outfit choices and being able to spot the next big thing in fashion from a mile off. Our readers loyally trust her advice and shopping suggestions; so much so she began her own column documenting the most expensive-looking pieces on the high street, which has become a top-performing piece of content for theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing brand.

Emily has worked forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK since 2020 in a myriad as roles, spanning from contributing editor and branded content editor. Now, she holds the position of affiliate editor and is responsible for the brand’s overall affiliate strategy, ideation and content execution. Working closely withBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK’s affiliate manager, Emily has been instrumental in securing and nourishing brand partnerships, surpassing her goals as standard. Leading the team in tentpole shopping moments including Black Friday and Peak Trading, with Emily’s guidance and leadership, teamBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing is in a stronger affiliate position than ever before.

Prior to joining theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing team, Emily served as YOU Magazine’s acting fashion editor where she managed the fashion team and oversaw all fashion content output for the fast-paced weekly title. Emily is a stylist in her own right, having worked with a slew of VIP clients including writer and television personality, Elizabeth Day, as well as styling and art directing several celebrity cover shoots for glossy print publication, Grazia. Her adept fashion knowledge means brands regularly sought out to work with her as a consultant: previously she has developed marketing and content plans for brands for Cocoon and Edge of Ember. Before entering the industry, Emily obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and American Studies with International Study from Nottingham University. Fun fact: Emily spent a year studying in America which saw her join a sorority during her time there.

When she’s not working or tracking down the chicest, new-in items to share with our audience, you’ll find Emily bestowing her East London home with her stylish flair, reading everything from the classics to cowboy romance novels and escaping to the country with husband, baby boy and dog, Roo, whenever she can.

Emily is currently on maternity leave.