Clare Waight Keller, a British stylist, designer and the woman currently holding the position of artistic director at Givenchy is certainly one of the most talked about women in fashion at the moment, and it’s for all the right reasons.
It goes without saying that when the list of women you’re designing outfits for includes Queen Bey, Riri and the Duchess of Sussex, you and the luxury brand you represent are, in fact, THE powerhouse.
So yes, if you’re looking to indulge in a premium brand this year, Givenchy is certainly the one. But babes like us, on a tight budget, can also indulge in the aesthetic for less.
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Miniature bag and checkered coat
Make any occasion a royal affair with a replica of Meghan Markle’s mini sling bag teamed with a checkered monochrome trench coat.
Get this look with a Missguided belted trench and top it off it a half moon crossbody from Woolies.
Gingham Trench Coat Black and White, Missguided at Superbalist, R719.
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Glam half moon crossbody bag at Woolworths, R350.
The diva bodysuit
Queen Bey knows the only way to shutdown a good show and leave a lasting impression is in a killer bodysuit.
Recreate this diva look on your terms with a lace bell-sleeved top or high neck burgundy bodysuit, both from MRP.
Bell Sleeve Top, at MRP, R99.99.
Bodysuit, at MRP R89.99.
The detailed shoulder dress
With over four and a half million likes for this dress alone on Riri’s Instagram account, there’s no arguing that this red carpet Givenchy number is a hit. Spoil yourself to local versions.
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Ruffled plum dress, Woolworths, R699.
If your budget is a bit bigger, spoil yourself with this Shoulder Cascade Black, Gert-Johan Coetzee at Spree, R3999.
The sweet sweatshirt
You really don’t need to break a sweat or your bank balance to strike the perfect designer sweater look, especially not when H&M has got it all in one dress. Nail this entire Givenchy look with a cinched waist and a pair of killer heels.
Sweatshirt Dress H&M, R429.
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