Tough Femininity

Embracing feminine pieces while staying true to my style

I’ve avoided overly feminine pieces for a while, but with the recent Gucci resort show, I found myself drawn to elements that are missing from my wardrobe

Gucci Resort 2024 Over Dress

The mix of leather and lace, the florals, the romantic blouses—it’s the perfect combination of tough femininity.

Styling, textures, and proportions are important when adding a feminine touch to your look—for example, adding a blazer and chunky loafer to a feminine dress, a leather jacket over lace, or a romantic blouse teamed with vintage denim will add the much-needed edge I crave.

“It’s about adding femininity back into my wardrobe, but with a twist”

Tough Femininity Over Dress Emma Rose Thatcher

“Embracing a more feminine look of florals, lace and silk, but adding chunky loafers, a leather bag and statement jewellery to create that tough femininity balance”

Free People Dress Over Dress Emma Rose Thatcher Free People edit emma rose thatcher

3 outfit ideas to incorporate a more feminine look into your wardrobe

Doen Floral Dress Over Dress Emma Rose Thatcher
Doen Silk Shorts with lace Over Dress
Lace Top Over Dress

Go-to brands for feminine pieces with a cool-girl twist

  1. Ciao Lucia, romantic inspired pieces with a nod to the 1960’s
  2. Sir the Label, for effortlessly feminine staples
  3. Hill House, floral dresses and separates pretty enough to take you from day to night
  4. Dôen, a celebration of womanhood, designed with a reverence and nostalgia for California of decades past

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