I love shirts. My closet’s full of shirts from UNIQLO, but the French work shirts from the 2020 spring & summer JW Anderson collection are probably my favorite so far. If I find an item I like, I usually pick up a few different colours. For this one, I have the white and the blue, along with the matching shorts. The thicker cotton has the perfect texture. The blue one can be worn over a button up and necktie, like a cardigan, while the white works great over a colourful undershirt. Between the two of them, I’ve got all kinds of wardrobe possibilities. My style is predominantly trad, but that doesn’t mean I only wear the heritage brands. I like mixing in new items here and there. That’s what gives an outfit personality and freshness.

There’s a UNIQLO in Islington, the part of London where I live with my family. We shop there all the time. My daughter is four and already has her own style. She loves dressing up. She picked out a boa fleece blouson herself. On chilly days, she wears it with a bright scarf and goes outside on her kick scooter to play. London is a rainy city, so she gets lots of use out of her hooded down as well. Both items are comfortable and easy to take on and off. As a parent, finding clothes like this for your kids is like hitting the jackpot.

1. A closer look at blue and white striped button down worn below with the blue work shirt.

2. French work shirt and matching shorts. Soft and supple after years of use, these clothes have been lovingly cared for.

3. Girl’s boa fleece blouson and hooded down jacket. Chic colours make them easy to combine with other items.