What’s your process for getting dressed? Do you make an effort even when you don’t have to go anywhere?
I always have some sort of uniform. I find that easier, especially when I’m working, under pressure, or busy—which is always. I have an airport uniform, a design uniform, and, of course, my shop floor uniform for when I’m working in the store. It really helps to simplify my day. My outfits are always smart, comfortable, and classic. I don’t even own sweatpants or trainers!
When you want to feel confident—what boxes does your outfit need to tick?
It needs to be something special; something with a great story or technique behind it. I love talking about the clothes I’m wearing, and it always gives me confidence when I can share the history of a piece, whether that’s one of my archival items or one of my own designs.
A breakfast event pops up for tomorrow. What’s a failsafe outfit for an early morning when you want to feel polished?
My favorite outfit for early mornings is my silk Angelo shirt, which I designed for my last collection: it almost looks like silk armor. I pair it with a Prada dress, made from a beautifully structured taffeta fabric. Sometimes I swap the Prada dress for the Medici skirt and Medici corset for a more polished look, and I finish the outfit with a long black coat.
What type of dress code fills you with dread? And what’s your workaround for that?
Casual! [Laughs] None of my wardrobe is casual, so I never know what to wear for this occasion.
Annie DoblePhoto by: Nimah Merrigan, Faceless London