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For fashion-savvy individuals, making smart investments is more important than ever. Whether it’s cost per wear, product quality, resale value or versatility, when you take the time to consciously curate a hard-working wardrobe, you know it’s going to pay dividends – quite literally. And, as we edge ever closer to the festive season, there is no better time than the present to treat yourself to a timeless piece from the fashion hall of fame, whose hallowed halls, it’s fair to say, are no stranger to Gucci’s iconic insignia.
Creative directors have come and gone and fashion trends have fluctuated with the seasons, but it’s testament to Gucci’s enduring appeal that its most widely-loved heritage pieces have remained a constant. Whether it’s the horseshoe loafer (71 years old this year!) or the monogrammed canvas tote (another septuagenarian), the interlocking double-G belt or the classic horsebit cross-body bag, these designs are the epitome of “tried and true”, which is no mean feat in a fickle fashion landscape.
But what are the Vogue-approved Gucci icons that you should be adding to your personal archive? Accessories should be your first port of call, as not only do they offer versatility when it comes to styling, but they are also items that will hold their value in the coming years. One fashion editor once told me that she never regretted investing in a Gucci horsebit bag in her mid twenties, as, when she got pregnant in her late thirties, she knew she could still wear it with every outfit, and then, as she entered her forties, the bag’s timeless charm successfully adapted to her changing taste and lifestyle.
Jewellery – especially pieces that can be worn with both casual daytime looks and evening-ready ensembles – is another great investment, and Gucci’s classic gold chain necklace and signet ring are both great examples. Take good care of these gems and they have the potential to become heirlooms that can be passed down the generations. Now that’s what we call a gift that keeps on giving.
So if you’re looking to treat yourself this festive season, scroll down to see and shop the Vogue-approved Gucci investments to add to your capsule wardrobe. A very merry Christmas indeed.
The horsebit loafer
The horsebit bag
The party shoe
The monogrammed tote
The heirloom-worthy jewellery
The logo belt
