Winter is the perfect time to stock up on elegant, irresistible basics and our favourites this season are from British-born, Paris-trained designer Nicole Farhi. A simple checked smock dress in pale yellow and black works as well now with ribbed tights and boots as it will during the warmer spring months. Update your outerwear with Farhi’s collarless raffia coat in cream. The bracelet sleeves and concealed fastenings give it a discreetly chic edge.

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