If you're a fan of This Morning, you'll know how much of a roll the hosts are all on when it comes to style at the moment. Between Cat Deeley and Alison Hammond, we get a daily dose of fashion inspiration, but have you ever noticed how chic chef Clodagh McKenna always looks?
She shares the same stylist as Holly Willoughby and Christine Lampard - the wonderful Dannii Whiteman - and loves labels like Sezane and Boden. But when she appeared on Friday's festive edition of the show, I instantly recognised the chocolate brown velvet trouser suit she was wearing. It's the perfect Christmas party outfit - and it's exactly what I'm hoping I'll find wrapped up underneath the tree on 25th December!
It's by one of the best British clothing brands, ME+EM, and is made up of a sharp blazer, matching waistcoat and kick flare trouser. The rich espresso brown colour is a much softer than black, and regular readers will have heard me sing the praises of velvet trousers - they're warm but glamorous, and a great alternative to a dress in December.
When styled with a blouse by Kate Middleton-approved brand Holland Cooper, plus a rather regal cape by James Purdey & Sons, it was a very appropriate outfit for her visit to the King's private residence, Highgrove.
Shop Clodagh's style - outfit 1
If you've never tried ME+EM before, you'll understand the hype when you receive this dream of a blazer. The softly padded shoulders, the slim single-breasted design... flawless.
ME+EM do trousers particularly well and these will become a key part of your winter capsule wardrobe. Wear them with everything from your favourite heels to the most comfortable trainers.
If you're buying the suit, then why stop there? A waistcoat is much more versatile than you think, and this one would look amazing without the blazer, teamed with tailored trousers or the best jeans for your body type.
If you're after a more affordable option, this velvet suit from Amazon is well worth a try at just under £50.
And just to show how good Clodagh's wardrobe really is, we're still thinking about the ME+EM trousers and Mint Velvet top she wore last week on the show. Her Instagram followers were quick to heap praise on the festive red trousers and blouse, commenting "Gorgeous colour on you Clodagh" and "stunning outfit".
Shop Clodagh's style - outfit 2
From their perfect leopard print jeans to their latest winter collection, 2024 belonged to Mint Velvet if you ask me. This blouse is the pièce de résistance with its pretty print, long balloon sleeves and elasticated cuffs.
Can't get enough of ME+EM? These cord trousers are selling fast, and will probably be gone by next week! Order before 4pm for next day delivery, and returns are extended until 13th January.
It's hard to see exactly which shoe Clodagh's wearing with her Christmassy red trousers, but they are from New Look, so these bargain boots are a good bet. They're the perfect height to lengthen your legs, but still be comfortable for all-day wear.
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