My Spring Wish List Has These 39 Amazing Items On It

Having spent the last 13 years or so looking at expensive clothes and accessories up close means I can spot a worthwhile investment from a mile off. I may not have the available budget to always splurge on said pieces, but they're building up into one heck of a wish list in my head—a wish list that I'm willing to share with you here, in a monthly shopping gallery that features only the most-obsessed over and adored creations I've bookmarked.
Two investment pieces I have made for the year: Sleeper Belle Dress (£215) and Nanushka Gimma Sunglasses (£305)
Once upon a time, it was easy to get carried away with the seasonal carousel-like shift in trends—in came one colour and out it went again when a designer said it should be so—and my list of desired items kept changing to suit. But these days, it's the same "forever" types of buys that remain important to me, simply waiting for that lottery win to roll in. However, classic doesn't have to mean boring: My personal-style essentials include less obvious things such as knitted co-ords (been wearing those for years, and before they were available in the mass market I was snapping them up from vintage stores in Spitalfields and Brooklyn) or snake-print knee-high boots (seriously, they're neutral enough to work with almost anything). So below you'll find an edit of luxury items that I believe will stand the test of time in my wardrobe. It doesn't mean I have the money to buy them all, but a girl can dream!
I have been searching for years for the perfect tortoiseshell sunglasses, and it took Nanushka launching eyewear to finally end my quest. These have an exaggerated oval shape that will stay in style forever, but with extra-cool finishes like the tinted lenses and little gold moon inlay details on either side. J'adore.
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This painting is called In Between the Margaritas, and TBH it's where my head is at! On a more serious note though, Liberty is now selling some really fabulous artwork online which is well worth checking out if you've got some wall space to fill…
Anyone else craving heels again? If you're looking for something a little more unique, then Miista's directional designs do the job. Not only is the colour of these mules brilliant, but I love the curvy heel, square toe and terry-towelling straps too. A good companion to some loose-fit cropped trousers and a plain top, but also a tip-top option should I ever go to a party again…
Rectangular sunnies is where it's at for summer '21. These black ones tap into the trend without looking too tied to a year or season—I think this silhouette and classic colour means I'll be wearing them for many summers to come. Karen Wazen is a new
Marloe Marloe is a very chic new interiors brand that Browns have started stocking alongside their legendary fashion collection. This vase is super-modern and yet has all the charm of an antique find—it looks rather fun on my mantlepiece in a newly-painted pink living room!
Is it too soon to think about sandals? No! I've been hunting for the perfect pair of fisherman sandals for some time now (convinced they're going to be big news for summer 2021), but Church's have been creating them for years and have therefore got the style completely licked. These are a top-notch classic and make all others pale in comparison.
Tove is the new British brand many fashion editors, stylists and influencers have recently fallen for. And you can see why, right? The brand's detailed-yet-minimalistic cotton dresses are comfortable, elegant and even washing machine-friendly.
I've been really into Dinosaur Designs's resin jewellery creations for some time but their homewares are just as stunning. Sure, this says it's a dessert bowl but I use my little lemon-coloured platter (pitctured above) for purely selfish jewellery-storage purposes!
I mean! It's like the ultimate pick-me-up for our weird, uncertain times: A cuddly, candy-pink, super-cute handbag. I've fallen in love with this padded-out Tabby bag (an adaptation on a classic house style from Coach) and would be happy to hold it very close for this season and many others to come.
Mother Denim is one of my favourite designer denim brands, and I'm thrilled to see they've launched a very cool patchwork project called 60% Mother. This jean skirt has been pieced together using overstock, so each one is unique and full of character. Denim skirts are back, and I like the idea of owning one that has a story to tell!
I've just moved house and thought that this designer-looking chair would certainly add a bit of 'wow' to my new living room. It's been created by Made.com by a Danish furniture designer called Charlotte Høncke and also comes in very plush white bouclé (that I knew I'd spill coffee all over).
I'm 100% invested in buying classic bag styles that could pass as vintage and will look chic forever. This new (but very retro) monogrammed style from Saint Laurent ticks those boxes and comes in a super-practical cross-body satchel style too—perfect for the many walks still to come this year…
Two years ago I bought a suede fringed jacket and have worn it on repeat ever since. Mine was a secondhand style from a French brand, but this style is now something that Nili Lotan is known for and hers epitomises the look. It's a dream ticket for many a woman.
Smart midi skirts and snug knits are what I wear most days for work (even if I'm not in the office), so there's always room for more options. This has all of the vibes of a vintage piece but with a more modern and flattering fit around the hips. It'll be a good all-year-rounder, is and I'd wear it in the summer with a plain white tee.
It's rare that I'll get excited about a pair of jeans, as I just don't wear them that often, but there's something very timeless about a flattering pair of leather trousers. These bring together the best of both worlds, and they're made from a recycled leather blend, so extra "conscious" brownie points for me. Agolde are known for being a great fit for both jeans and more tailored styles like these, so I have high hopes that they'll suit my hourglass figure.
Gucci's retro-inspired bags are my favourite styles from the brand, and while I already own a black secondhand Jackie (that I managed to find about a decade ago for £75 in a charity store) I'd be very happy to add a monogram to my "collection."
I have shamelessly stolen this beautiful jewellery find from Sarah Jane Bea, an NHS nurse whose personal style is fantastic and whom we recently included in a shopping picks roundup of women working outside of the fashion industry. I will probably get a T to represent the name of my son, Teddy, once it's back in stock…
Talking of heels, they don't get much lovelier than Bottega Veneta's right now. These white slingbacks have all of the charm of a pair of vintage shoes minus the scrapes, un-glued soles and super-narrow fits that don't suit my wider feet. White shoes are handy to have in one's spring/summer armoury, effortlessly working with everything from jeans and casual trousers through to flouncier dresses for weddings.
Next up, 8 lazy Spring outfits that don't look lazy

Hannah Almassi is the Editor in Chief ofBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK. She joined in 2015 when she launched the UK sister site following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine as fashion news and features editor. With experience in print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 18 years of experience as a journalist, editor and content strategist. Her opinion has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com and she is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits.
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