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by Aaron Kok  /   June 18, 2019

We’re not psychic, but we are pretty sure that there have been many moments when you stood in front of your already-burgeoning closet and you’ve said “I have nothing to wear”. Look, we totally understand that, because we face that same problem as well.

The truth is not that we don’t have anything to wear – rather, it’s that we’ve worn our clothes so much that we can’t see any new ways that they can be worn without looking (and feeling) dull.

So to help you nip that problem in the bud, we’ve gotten help from Kelly Latimer to show you how you can level up the basics that you already own.

We’ve put Kelly in three looks that take on classics, but with a twist. Think of them as clothing pieces you already own in your closet, but worn in ways that are a little unexpected.

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What projects have been keeping you busy lately?
“I’ve been busy setting up an agency with my long-time co-host Ross Sarpani, and our aim is to develop and cultivate more hosting talents in Singapore. Plus, my two-year old is always on the move, so if I’m not hosting shows or attending meetings, I’m likely pretending to be a dinosaur in a playground.”

Describe your style for us?
“The operative word is ‘easy’. My clothes have to be easy to match, easy to get in and out of, easy to breastfeed in, and easy to style up or down.”

What’s a clothing item that you can’t live without?
“White shirts and tops! I have a huge collection of white tops and shirts, and they’re all different. I feel like a white shirt will take you far.”

As a working mother, how has that changed or defined the way you dress and shop?
“The first thing that changed was making sure that all outfits were breastfeeding-friendly. Shirts were always a win for me, and up until recently, I had to forgo wearing shift dresses. I also found that I needed to find outfits that would move with me. Soft and light fabrics that had give and stretch were very ideal, and I had to look for pieces that didn’t have too much detailing so as not to scratch the baby. There were so many things I never thought about before that I had to consider since becoming a mum.”

When it comes to dressing up, what advice would you give to other working mums out there?
“Find outfits that are easy to put together, as there’s very little time to plan out your looks. Plus, you’ll probably get a stain on your outfit before you leave the house, so always have a backup!”

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STYLE DIARY – New Ways To Wear Classics with Kelly Latimer


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Get A Whole New Look With Pieces You Already Own!
1. Come Out Tops
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What you have: A crisp white shirt

How to revamp it: Layer a printed shirt underneath for an interesting play on texture. Plus, it’ll keep you warm when your office A/C goes on overdrive.

Earrings, $199, from Swarovski. Shirt (worn inside), $415; and shirt (worn outside), $350, both from Sandro. Skirt, $49, from Pomelo.

Shirt, $89.90, from Topshop
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Oversized shirts will always have a place in our wardrobe because they hide a multitude of sneaky midnight desserts and guilty food babies. Plus, when worn with skinny pants, they look super chic!

Shirt, $17.95, from H&M
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As a piece layered underneath, you can count on the subtle yellow stripes to give your look that little bit of elevation without fighting for attention with everything else. On its own, it’s also a great piece that you can wear to work or on the weekends.

Shirt, $59.90, from Zara
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On its own, this paisley shirt is a great piece that can take you anywhere. Throw it on with a pair of white jeans and a grey blazer to head to the office, or match it with shorts and sandals for Sunday brunch. When worn with another shirt, it automatically adds a pop of colour.

2. Sharpest Tulle
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What you have: A cargo jacket

How to revamp it: Wear it as a shirt, and feminise it with a romantic tulle skirt. It’s a fast look to pull together, and is guaranteed to take you everywhere.

Earrings, $791, from APM Monaco. Knit, $480, from Maje. Jacket, $94.95, from H&M. Minjukim skirt, $789, from Society A. Rings, from $99 each, from Pandora. Shoes, $790, from Marc Jacobs.

Skirt, $45.90, from Bershka
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A pleated tulle skirt is equal parts romantic and sleek, and can be worn with tailored separates or a feminine blouse and flats.

Cinq A Sept skirt, $310, from THE OUTNET
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Toughen up your black tulle skirt and a pair of hardy leather army boots, and complete with your favourite black sling bag.

Simone Rocha skirt, $720, from THE OUTNET
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Featuring a stiffer build that mixes different materials together, this statement skirt can be dressed down with a simple t-shirt and a pair of kitten heels.

3. Denim Dreams
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What you have: Blue jeans

How to revamp it: A going-out top instantly takes your basic blue jeans out of the blah-zone. You look less “mall mum” and more “boss mum”.

Earrings, $299, from Swarovski. Knit (worn inside), $29.90, from Zara. Top (worn outside), $219, from H&M. Jeans, $96.90, from Topshop. Shoes, $540, from Sandro.

FASHION STYLING: AARON KOK, ASSISTED BY JULIET SUEN / PHOTOS: FRENCHESCAR LIM / MAKEUP: HONG LING, USING NARS / HAIR: JASON WONG/SALON NU, USING KEVIN MURPHY / LOCATION: TUMBLEWEED PLANTS / VIDEO: JULIET SUEN.

Top, $44, from Pomelo
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Get quirky with this eye-catching polka dot bodysuit, which you can wear with a pair of mum jeans and simple strappy heels.

Top, $99.90, from Zara
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Nothing like an oversized pussybow to really set off your look and add plenty of flair. To make this look work, aim for slimmer silhouettes and avoid too much makeup so you don’t look like an extra from the set of Dynasty.

Top, $79.90, from Topshop
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A happy pastel colour like sky blue works great for both day and night, depending on how you style it. White jeans and flats go great for daytime, while pairing it with a fitted skirt and high heels makes it appropriate for night.

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