Closet Makeovers Series: Kate Moss’ Fashion Essentials
So the Closet Makeovers Series continues on with a blog on how to achieve Kate Moss’ style. I threw her in the middle the edgy girl’s style guide because she came up so many times in your comments that I just couldn’t wait!
Kate’s Sense of Style
After looking through countless photos of Ms. Moss’ style, there is really only one key to nailing her style: wear whatever you want as long as you are in love with it! People always say she can pull off anything, and I truly believe it’s because she has the confidence to do so!
Kate’s style definitely has an edge to it, which makes her the perfect style role model if you have an edgy sense of style.
Also, her look is very modern and trendy. So even if you are a little unsure about imitating her style to the letter, there are definitely some pieces you can draw from her style that will make any outfit pop.
Kate’s Wardrobe Essentials
Amazing, well cut, black jackets:
Jackets are what I consider an essential in every woman’s wardrobe, and Kate has the jacket look down to a science.
From a great boyfriend blazer to a leather bomber, or just a cute wrap, tailoring is everything when it comes to jackets. When looking for a jacket to have tailored, buy one that fits the widest part of you and then have it taken in from there. I realize this is not totally realistic for all of you, but small alterations, like shortening a sleeve, are not too difficult if you know your way around with a needle and thread. Also, a good tailor is your best friend – if you find one, don’t let him go!
Alternatively, you can always buy a jacket in your size and hope for the best. Here are a few that I can totally see Kate wearing.
Product Information: Military Jacket – H&M, Trench – tillys.com, leather jacket – newlook.co.uk, boyfriend blazer – piperlime.com
Cuts that show off her legs:
Kate knows that her legs are one of her best assets. Whether she’s wearing a flirty hem, tight skinny jeans, black tights, or shorts, she loves to show off her mile-long legs. You can get a similar look by rocking skinny jeans, shorter shorts, or a mini dress.
Product Information: Grey Jean – topshop.com, shorts – styleforless.com, cream dress – topshop.com, gray dress- Forever 21
Horizontal stripes:
When going for a print, Kate Moss tends to gravitate to the horizontal stripe. While horizontal stripes can make some figures look wide, Kate can totally pull this off because she has such a small frame. She loves to wear striped shirts and dresses, like the options below.
Product Information: Top – peacocks.co.uk, Tank – Forever 21, cardigan – axparis.co.uk, dress- yesstyle.com.
Vests:
My roommate will love me for this: a whole section on vests. Ms. Moss knows how to work the vest, and hers always have a special detail like white trim or cute little draw strings. Here are some very Kate-esque vests that you can throw on over a tee, tank, or even a dress for an ultra-trendy look.
Product Information: Faux Fur – American Eagle, Black vest – Forever 21, Fringe Vest – Forever 21, gray vest – Wet Seal.
Scarves:
Yes! Who doesn’t love scarves? You can never have too many.
Kate is really into scarves, from bulky knits to skinny ones that look like ties. She throws them on over everything for an extra pop of color and to add complexity to any look.
Product Information: Knit scarf – H&M, polka dot scarf – yesstyle.com, purple scarf – forzieri.com, striped scarf – American Eagle.
Motorcycle boots:
Kate loves her go-to black boots for that city-chic look. She wears millions of different styles of boots, but many of them are black and have that rocker edge to them. Here are a few examples of similar rocker-chic boots.
Product Information: Flat boots – cutesygirl.com, Heeled ankle boots – cutesygirl.com, over-the-knee boots – pricelessshoes.co.uk, Mid calf boots – Saks Fifth Avenue.
An oversized bag:
Want to carry your things around the Kate Moss way? Go for the oversized tote! I personally could never use one for class because I lug around way too much stuff, but there’s always the weekend! Here are a few oversized bags inspired by Kate’s style.
Product Information: Tan tote – Avelle, White bag – yesstyle, Black bag – Aldo Shoes.
What do you think?
Are you inspired by Kate Moss’ sense of style? What is your favorite Kate Moss look? Are there any other items you think should be included in the list of Kate Moss basics? Who is your fashion muse?
Leave your thoughts in a comment!
Posted on on October 31, 2009 / Filed Under: Fashion Tips / Tags: Basics, Closet Makeovers Series, edgy style, Kate Moss
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vanessa anne
I think her legs would be her best assets if they were a little chunkier and toned. I love her style, but those knee caps are looking shaarp.
Luinae
I thought I didn’t have a style like Kate Moss. Now, I think we’re actually pretty similar. I really like vests and scarves, particurly together. I’ve also recently been into showing off my legs more.
Thanks for this post, it’s wonderful!
Patricia
Kate definitely rocks the edgy-chick style like no other…I agree on the fact that confidence is key to looking good. Sometimes you dress for people to accept you (or even ignore you) and that’s not a good thing for your looks and self esteem…
I rather get a few nasty looks on the street than dressing just to blend in…
Xoxo from Chile :)
Jess
I love Kate Moss’ style. I pretty much have everything you listed. lol. I think what you said is important, about being confident. She can pull of anything she wears because she does have that confidence. We all should be like that.
Lady in Evening Dresss
I love Kate Moss Style, very confident lady and I think her legs are the biggest asset !
Reneé
I love her style and I’m a true believer of ‘wear whatever you want as long as you are in love with it!’ I love her thin legs and ‘I just threw it on’ look it seems so effortless!
However I love her style I don’t copy it I like to get inspiration from a lot of people and then create my own style Kate moss is one of hte people I get inspirtion from..I love vests and big handbags like her.
One thing, I think black flats can be on this list bcuz I saw a lot of picture of her wearing them :)
Great post !!
Anita
i have this gorgeous blue boots, its a dark grey/blue hue, yet i have no idea to wear it with, but i’ll love to know what to wear it with
i can provide pictures?
thanks
Isabelle
I will admit that I dont like EVERYTHING that she wears but I can always pick out a piece that I would wear.
Audrey
I love KM’s style. It very chic and effortless. I totally agree w/ everyone else- wear what you love and wear it with style. Thanks for this article. It was nice to see her look broken down like this. My style definitely overlaps with hers quite a bit.
myvogue
I love the outfit on the 2nd picture – the mini dress is so classy, sexy and casual at the same time.
Katie
I noticed you said you could never use an oversize tote for class cause you carry too much stuff. I have this same problem and was wondering what you do use. Do you use a backpack and if so have you found a stylish, cute one or do you use something else? This would be a great help to me! Thanks!
Caroline
I love Kate Moss’s style. I’ve always wanted to raid her closet–or at least her TopShop collection, which I’ll get to do perhaps in a few weeks when I go to London for a couple days to visit a friend.
I noticed that her leopard-print jacket didn’t get a mention, though. Probably my favorite piece of hers and I finally found something very similar at Kohl’s for about $40 early this year. Haven’t found quite the right outfit to wear with it, but I’ve never grumbled about going shopping, haha.
Great post, thanks for also sharing where we could find pieces similar to the ones she wears.
Maxine
OMG I love Kate Moss’s style ! I am so changing my style to edgy for 2011!
maxine
Kate Moss is one of my fashion icons when it comes to style. Her edgy essemble is so me and I love horizontal stripes.
Beth
Kate once wore a distressed black leather jacket over a pretty long dress for a night out with J. Depp way back when. She can really pull off a distressed leather look by adding something expensive/dressy looking like jewellery or a pretty evening dress.