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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