Black is the backbone of my wardrobe. As someone who has long been influenced by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s ’90s minimalist NYC style, the classic naturals of Chanel, and the timelessness of an LBD, black is the core shade in my closet that I wear more than anything else. It’s a color, or rather a non-color, that has the versatility to work with everything and always manages to look polished and elevated.
Lately, however, I’ve been gravitating more towards navy. With the rising influence of preppy style from brands such as Ralph Lauren and Celine, my moodboards are increasingly edging out black with navy. Pieces such as double-breasted jackets with gold buttons, kick-flare pants, suede handbags, and sneakers are all landing on my shopping list in shades of navy. As style shifts away from the stark minimalism of past years, I’m predicting that we’ll see navy emerge as the luxe neutral to own. Ahead is my list of the best navy items on the market now.
