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The 34 maximalist pieces I own & love
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Sophie Barnett
I'm a lifelong maximalist who dreams of whittling down to a capsule wardrobe but can't quite quit color. Here's a list of the funkier pieces I'll never part with, no matter how functional my wardrobe gets.
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Coats, Jackets & Blazers
 
Shirts, Tops, Sweaters
 
Dresses & Jumpsuits
 
Pants & Skirts

Coats, Jackets & Blazers

Nothing makes an outfit like a good jacket. Here are a few funky ones I've invested in over the years. All secondhand links are other peoples' FYI - I'm not selling mine! 

 
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I bought this mint jacket last spring on sale & it's sold out, but you can still get a FAB red or pink velvet version (have my eye on both) - also on sale.
Bolero jacket - Blazé Milano
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Bought this ultra-funky investment piece in 2021. I rarely wear but love looking at it - plus, there's potential resale value.
Gucci Grosgrain-trimmed Cady Blazer In Pink
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I LOVE this double-breasted velvet blazer. I have the whole suit!
Veronica Beard Ellette Velvet Double-Breasted Dickey Jacket
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I bought this fab fur at 50% off in 2023 and get more compliments on it than anything.
SHRIMPS Women Coats
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I wear this coat to ring in spring and nothing makes me happier.
Designer SHRIMPS beautiful soft mint coat
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A polarizing piece, but a treasured one!
😈SHRIMPS faux fur coat
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A spring and fall staple for me.
Ganni Leopard Print Linen Cotton Jacket
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Shirts, Tops, Sweaters

I love a funky shirt. Here are a few I own & wear. 

 
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The type of shirt that makes everyone who sees it happy.
School Shirt 03
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There are no photos of this shirt to be found online, apparently it's rare! Perhaps I should wear mine more often.
Sezane corduroy set! pic via @pandorasykes
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I absolutely adore this exaggerated cuff shirt (and am actually wearing it right now!)
The Boyfriend Exaggerated Cuff: Tencel, Burgundy Stripe
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Who says your white tee can't be pointelle with flowers, toddler-style?
Doen vivi tee
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Isabel Marant style at a fraction of the price.
Gael gathered tee in kimono
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Basic striped tee. Plus bow.
Caro T-shirt - Red White stripe
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It's still avail in white, but I own (and adore) the liberty print.
Bellflower Shirt
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Paying serious Elle Woods homage with this one.
💕 Signature GANNI knit vest with crystal...
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I have the (now sold out) yellow and, to me, it's a neutral. (Linking teal).
DÔEN Petra alpaca-blend cardigan
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I have the pink, and I love it so much, I want the other two.
Leti Cardigan
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I adore this delicate silk satin top with denim shorts for a statement-making summer evening look.
DÔEN - Chantal Embroidered Silk-Satin Top
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Bought this fabulously all-American top off eBay for all my summer BBQ needs.
Doen Cotton Collar Check Half Sleeve
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Dresses & Jumpsuits

I love a fun dress. As you'll soon see..

 
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I own this dress and it's as fabulously weird as it looks IRL.
Alessandra Rich Women Blue Wool Crepe Python Print Collar Mini Dress
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I don't wear this a lot, but I'll never let it go.
La DoubleJ Floral Print Long Dress
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Me in dress form. Feminine, yet somehow in your face. LOL. Wore to my bachelorette and loved.
Citrus and white botanical appliqué mini
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My take on the black black-tie dress…
Rio French Floral Black Dress
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Surprisingly versatile. I swear!
Isabel Marant jumpsuit
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Formalwear that's a bit more FUN.
VERONICA BEARD Saluja cropped flocked tulle-paneled crepe jumpsuit
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My rehearsal dinner dress! This doesn't come close to doing it justice.
Silvia Tcherassi tie-dye dress
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Wore to my wedding welcome party and about 5x since!
CeliaB Crochet Dress
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I'm sorry for linking a sold out dress, but I just love her so much. A REGULAR wear.
Marion midi dress
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Pants & Skirts

From velvet to silk to more velvet…there's nothing like the statement-making power of a colorful pant. 

 
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Nothing says SPRING like some fabulously flattering lavender pants.
Emma Rothkopf Picnic Pant Lilac
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I own the mint green pair pictured here, linked to the ikat - mint is sold out, but any pattern will do (imagine courtesy of @mariadelordenstudio).
Elio Pants Ikat Orange - Maria de la Orden
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Color isn't maximalist, but the cut speaks for itself. I own the fog, but sold out - linked the black.
Kora Culotte
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THE BEST PANTS ON EARTH.
ALICE + OLIVIA Dylan wide Leg High Waisted Satin Pants
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Note to self: wear these more.
Sezane Floral Print Green Corduroy Trouser Pants
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Emma Rothkopf's famous picnic pants. Sadly, gingham all sold out. I get countless compliments.
PICNIC PANTS
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