A majestic closet

7 May 2024

by Mishiko García

Opening the doors of our wardrobe is uncovering a series of revelations about ourselves, our tastes and our decisions. It is also, in the best sense, a kind of Pandora's box. Our choices, our favorites, the clothes we don't wear, the ones we never knew why we bought, the ones we only wear once, etc. are stored there.

And in the middle of this ocean of colors, textures and cuts, sometimes the most terrible phrase arises when dressing: "I have nothing to wear." If you feel identified, it is likely that in your wardrobe you have pieces that do not work for you, nor do they help you create those desired eternal looks that you see in magazines and in royalty, but that also exude elegance.

Think about that garment that you bought because it immediately captivated you, but that you have never worn again and find it quite difficult to combine; either because of its texture, because it no longer looks trendy, because of its materials, etc. It is these single-use items that can spoil our closet if we have them in abundance. It is not a mistake to succumb to a very special piece, but we simply must take care of this frequency.

There is a sentence called "The Pareto Principle." This maxim is also known as the 80/20 rule and works in various aspects of daily life. He maintains that in many cases, 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. Formulated by the Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto at the beginning of the 20th century, it can be applied to various areas of knowledge such as business management, marketing, productivity and, of course, fashion.

In this blog, we welcome you to a real journey towards building a closet that reflects true elegance and timelessness, the style of Regina Romero. By applying this principle and observing fashion behaviors, you will discover how to balance the sophistication of timeless pieces with the vibrant charm of current trends. Imagine a wardrobe where each piece highlights your essence as a modern queen, combining renewed classics with delicate contemporary touches that will give you impeccable style in all seasons.

Venus model

But what is a timeless piece? When we talk about pieces of this kind, especially in fashion, we are referring to all those that respond to the trends of the moment and, therefore, are not perishable. These garments or shoes last over time and allow us to create pristine outfits for any occasion, no matter what is fashionable at the time we wear them since, as we mentioned previously, these pieces do not age or expire.

Olivia Palermo is a great example of elegance and balance in 80/20

Now, these pieces are not only timeless for their lines or elegance, but also for their quality and versatility. They tend to be very durable and carefully selected garments or shoes. In this way, all the components of a wardrobe of this style can be used over the years and combined with trendy garments or very unique pieces—to a lesser extent, as indicated by the 80/20 rule—to create very different.

The French style is characterized by its timelessness

Among its many advantages and one of the most powerful reasons why consumers are beginning to turn their gaze towards timelessness, beyond the potential energy that awaits in a wardrobe of this type, full of possibilities to create hundreds of looks, there is also the strength that many of these garments and shoes are created in a more conscious and environmentally friendly way. Timeless fashion, especially in recent years, is evidence that merges style with ethical consumption.

It might seem ironic—and even contradictory—to talk about fashion and escape from trends. In creating a regal wardrobe, this creates many divided opinions. We cannot discard trends for a simple reason: they obey the historical moment. We live with them, since our society is constantly changing and these changing events accompany us on a daily basis, in addition to being captured by designers for the creation of their collections.

However, there is an irrefutable key to complying with the 80/20 rule and creating a wardrobe of this type: you have to flee from the ephemeral, take refuge in what remains. In this case, we are talking about the classics. The classics never go out of style. Every time we buy a garment, we are faced with a decision that must be made carefully and carefully so as not to build a Pandora's box in our closet. Timeless garments have been dictated for many years and are constantly renewed and adapted.

Think, for example, of a pair of classic pumps, or ballerinas: they go well with everything! In addition to this footwear, there is a series of garments that will save you from any trouble and that we have often been told that every wardrobe should have: a white shirt, a little black dress, a tench trench coat, black pants, a blazer, basic t-shirts and good jeans.

Ginny model

And while it is true that it is essential to purchase this series of clothing and footwear, it is also true that our taste and personality influence these decisions. The canon promoted by these garments relaxes little by little, giving way to a calmer and more appropriate customization. Saray Martín, illustrator, author and fashion artist, told Vogue Spain (April 2021) that "it is a matter of analyzing our style, looking for the basic garments that should be in the closet, having other more seasonal pieces and betting for the quality". We can replace some clothes or shoes that do not match our aesthetics and style, but there must be coherence with the line of timelessness and functionality with the rest of our wardrobe.

Saray Martín, fashion illustrator, writer and faithful follower of this style

To have a good wardrobe with its key garments, we cannot absorb all the trends we see. That is a kind of self-sabotage, and it also prevents us from knowing what really suits us.

Classics and canonical lines are renewed to remain relevant. Although it sounds simple, it is much more complex than it seems. It is a delicate balance between looking for silhouettes that remain through the years to give them a small essence of current trends; It is just a delicate touch, almost a hint; but of such a powerful force that it stands out to the eye and creates a kind of double relevance: that of the classics that always remain alive and that of the trends that are more alive than ever. This is how we create our designs at Regina Romero.

Our designer, Montserrat Vega, is a specialist in adapting trends to create timeless models. Our footwear is a series of non-empty pieces that meet the characteristic of being fashion made to last, due to its design and quality. Reinterpret trends in such a way that they can be related to the essence of our brand. For example, a dazzling tone, such as silver, may be thought of as difficult to comply with the rules of timelessness, but it is adapted and incorporated into designs that will survive the test of time. Thus, they will be a kind of star in your wardrobe: made to stand out, but also to last.

Bass model

One of the most difficult questions to answer—and also the most asked—for all those who are barely integrated into fashion or who appreciate it from afar is, how do trends work? And adding to this question, how are they predicted? It is essential to know that this is not some vision or knowledge of some kind of beyond fashion.

Zimmermann SS24 walkway

A trend hunter is a professional who follows an identification and analysis methodology, which extracts useful and relevant information to innovate and conceptualize trends, in order to launch products and monitor the evolution of applied trends. But who dictates these trends? The answer is simple: us, the consumers. There are international agencies dedicated to carrying out in-depth studies on the tastes, behaviors, behaviors and forms of consumption of the population; all this seen from different angles, such as political, social, economic, technological, cultural and artistic.

World trends 2024

There are many sentences that speak on this topic. For example, Yves Saint Laurent is credited with the phrase "Trends fade, but style is eternal." Over the years we have discovered that tendencies follow a life cycle very similar to that of humans: they are born, grow, reproduce—or massify, to be more precise—and, finally, die.

Fashion is a result of a sequence of events arising from the classification of trends: from megatrends we move to macrotrends; from there to the microtrends and, finally, we arrive at it. Just like their name, they are defined by their size.

SS24 color forecast by trend agency WGSN

Macrotrends are profound, long-term and far-reaching changes; and that significantly impact various aspects of society; While macrotrends also leave a very marked imprint, they only affect a specific sector, an industry or a limited geographical region. Although they can arise from macrotrends, their severity is more limited.

The flirty microtrend has been reflected in multiple products and spaces. Such is the case of our Lulú model.

On the other hand, microtrends are much smaller in duration and scale and occur within a much more specific community, industry or market. They are generally driven by changes in consumer preferences and behaviors.

Princess Diana is an example of a trend that became a style, as her wardrobe, to this day, remains an inspiration.

Finally, there is fashion. To understand it, we must be clear that a trend is created when the novelty is adopted by a group of consumers and they generate influence on others; Because others begin to have the feeling that they should adopt the trend and standardize it. Thus, the trend becomes fashion, it is known by everyone and enjoys an excellent reputation and constant search for short periods of time. Almost like a caustic effect, the trend will die when it stops being novel and is located everywhere. At this point, we will see if the trend will become a classic or if it will have been a passing event.

"Fashion changes, style remains." Before Yves Saint Laurent, Coco Chanel issued this slogan to make it clear that trends are, for the most part, temporary; and it is rather the style that is not subject to this logic. Authenticity overcomes the barriers of time, remains and stands out.

Classic fashion, which is located in the realm of the eternal, has its roots in elegance, good quality and simplicity. In recent years, extravagance has gained strength as a way of seeking a personal identity in a world where everything is alike and all the lines drawn by our different personalities are diluted. Although it responds to a way of reaffirming oneself in the world, this eccentricity is moving towards its end due to the nostalgia that characterizes the feeling of recent years.

Kate Middleton, example of classic fashion and versatility

Meanwhile, classic fashion reaffirms and resurfaces to seek an image of subtle elegance and permanence. Almost at the beginning there was talk of choosing according to one's personality and one's own style; to apply our 80/20 rule. Contemporary fashion offers the freedom to explore both universes and these can coexist with each other in a creative way. For this reason, it is maintained that we will build a majestic closet with this balance, and thus we will escape the transience of the eccentric.

Versace catwalk

If we take the above into account, when we talk about this everlasting universe; That is to say, having had a beginning, it will have no end, we refer to all those trends that have survived time and, I dare say, even themselves. They have been able to immerse themselves in the definition of style, in the soul of fashion and in the notions of good taste. But to remain, you also have to renew yourself. These garments and footwear do not go extinct because they evolve and add to the list of basics to create powerful looks.

Our Mitty model is a clear example of adapting the classics to current trends.

In recent years we have observed lines and cuts that constantly appear in almost all fashion collections, as they have been enthusiastically adopted by the majority of the population. These are:

Oversized garments

They are relaxed, youthful and safe cuts. Modernity privileges comfort. The cleanliness and spaciousness of these garments allows you to create impactful outfits.

Shorts with blazer

Thom Browne, American designer, rescued from oblivion all those suits and jackets that did nothing more than get covered in dust, but he gave a twist: the modern suit now goes with shorts.

Combat soles and chunky tennis shoes

The speed of modern life also printed a solid search for comfort in footwear. But this comfort had to be impressive, versatile and avant-garde.

Judy Sport model

Flared pants

The volume in the garments marked a path towards freedom. Extremely tight clothing has gone down in history.

Outdoor clothing

The growing hostility and abrupt changes in the environment have made people look for materials with greater resistance and adaptability. Fabrics, sportswear, padding, turtlenecks... everything to survive in layers.

Knitwear

Knitted fabric has invaded all garments, to provide warmth, comfort and practicality.

Genderless comfort

The search for equality and recognition of women in environments that previously belonged to men has made us look for timeless garments that adapt to any gender. This minimalism frees us from labels and divisions. It relaxes us.

Elizabeth model

And the classics from our first list, of course, adapt to them. Let's think about an almost obvious example: an oversized blazer . These clothes fit perfectly into the actual wardrobe we are building. Curiously, this closet we talked about, the capsule wardrobe, was a trend that, like the Pareto principle, emerged in the 20th century and has now endured. It is a wardrobe that many seek to build due to the precepts that govern our new lifestyle: quality, environmental conservation, nostalgia for the past and durability. But we will talk about this wardrobe later.

Thalia model

Now, let's talk about capsule closets. This name emerged during the 20th century and became popular thanks to Donna Karan's debut collection. From that moment on, it has only acquired strength and permanence. This is because it is a very practical and aesthetic way to build daily looks and communicate our identity.

In Donna Karan's aforementioned collection, “Seven Easy Pieces,” seven feminine pieces were presented that covered wardrobe needs. To this day, this resonates with us due to its relationship with responsible consumption, elegance and sustainability.

It's time to select our key pieces. Remember that it must be a series of good quality basic garments that can make up a complete wardrobe by themselves. The key is to achieve a large number of looks with these clothes and shoes.

But how many should I have? And, even more importantly, what are they? As we said before, the most rigorous lists always include a white shirt and t-shirt, a good pair of jeans, a little black dress, a trench coat and all those garments that are associated with classic style. This style, among all the existing ones, is the one that is nourished by the basics. If you want to know more about the various styles that we can find in all people, you can read our blog “Style is essence”.

Examples of traditional style

Answering the other pending question, how many items of clothing should I have? We can tell you that there is no exact number. Donna Karan, in her debut collection, went for seven. The ideal is to range between 30 and 40 pieces. Saray Martín, in her book "The Capsule Wardrobe Method", reinforces having a number that ranges between 33 and 40, including shoes and accessories, but excluding underwear and more specific uses, such as sports clothing.

These garments will adapt to the seasons and many will survive the changing seasons. For example, jeans can be worn in summer and winter, while a short skirt will lean towards summer. But if we think about this short skirt with tights and high boots, it can also be used in the autumn season. We can accompany it with a coat for a cold winter. The point is to make various combinations that complement and elevate each other. Therefore, basic colors, plain clothes and simple lines are our best allies in creating this queen's closet.

These are the clothes and shoes that every woman should have in her wardrobe. Remember, you can adjust according to your taste and style, as well as add trendy clothes that you are sure to wear again. Lean on the 80/20 rule. 80% will be timeless garments and 20% will be your most personal tastes and trends.

Jeans

We have already talked about them. This is the basic and versatile garment par excellence. A good pair of them is essential in any feminine wardrobe, as they can be used for different occasions, from a casual day to a night out, or combined with a blazer for the office. Make sure they are of a classic cut, such as straight or a skinny cut, that they are comfortable, of a uniform color and that they do not have destruction, known casually as ripped pants .

Basic blouses

One – or perhaps several – classic t-shirts are essential to create various casual looks. Likewise, look for comfort in this basic, opting for soft, good quality fabrics, such as linen and cotton. Also make sure that the cut of your blouses flatters your body type and look for neutral colors, such as white, beige, gray or black.

White shirts are timeless garments of maximum versatility.

The petite robe noire

The little black dress is a basic garment that you can also use on hundreds of occasions and will save you from many troubles. You can wear it to work meetings, elegant dinners or nights out. Likewise, look for a flattering cut and that your dress is made with high-quality materials to combine it hundreds of times and achieve countless looks thanks to various accessories.

The floral dress

If our black dress is short, we also need a long version. And this will also help us to demonstrate that prints are not prohibited. This is the touch of color that you need and that you can use in different seasons.

Classic sneakers and sandals

Classic sneakers work in a very similar way to the little black dress. Look for comfort and elegance. Here you can play a little, since it is possible to choose neutral colors such as beige, white, rosewood, etc.; but you can also add striking touches, such as red sneakers or sneakers with some interesting texture.

Model Regina Pump 75

Sandals offer greater play and versatility, plus they will be your best friends on hot days. Look for everything from flat sandals to elevated ones with a good heel, as both will be easy to combine with your dresses and jeans.

Miami model

Coat

If you choose well, perhaps one or two coats will be enough to survive all winters. Also remember to have your raincoat for rainy days or when you want to cover yourself without generating so much heat. Layers will be key to obtaining great combinations. In both garments, look for a long and elegant cut.

Boots

This is the true basic of the cold seasons. They work with jeans, with skirts, with dresses... a good pair of high boots is always necessary.

Mitzy model

Tennis

In an era that privileges comfort, a good pair of sneakers will be your footwear to resist the busy life of modernity. With the latest trends, you can even combine them with your office clothes for an outfit balanced between casual and formal. Of course, they must always be impeccable.

model Maria

Blazer

This is your insurance to add elegance and formality. Select a beautiful cut that flatters your silhouette and is elegant enough to match your black dress, your jeans with a T-shirt, etc. Needless to say, it is preferable in neutral colors.

Business suit

A good suit can be used to maximize formality, but it is best to wear it separately. Here you can have your blazer, which you can combine with jeans and dresses; but also formal-cut pants, which will be perfect with a basic blouse and a good pair of sneakers. There will be many occasions where this look will save you!

Handbag

Believe it or not, you don't need that many bags. Your basic office bag can also be your go-out and everyday bag. Of course, for parties you will need a very special small clutch. Take advantage of the versatility of your wardrobe: beige or black will be the perfect colors for a basic bag, but choose something bright for your party bag, as it will be the perfect complement to your little black dress.

model Ella

Accessories

Accessories can be the true jewels in the crown. Imagine a black dress, the classic petite robe noire that we all have in our closet. Now integrate a good set of jewelry to complement it. It will surely look very different.

These look elevators can range from the most classic, such as small earrings and subtle rings, to chunky jewelry that complements the minimalism and elegance of your looks. You can even think of a good pair of sunglasses to complement it.

To this we can also add footwear. Now imagine an all-white outfit with contrasting sneakers and a bag. Shocking, isn't it? I assure you that you can change the clothes for a black jumpsuit, a white shirt with good jeans, a classic dress, etc. You see it? The footwear possibilities are also endless.

As experts in the field, we dare to say that a good collection of shoes will change your entire wardrobe. Any outfit changes completely with shoes. They are so forceful that they can make or break you. Choose your favorites, balancing between the classics and those of trends that you like the most. These will be the stars of your closet. With its constant change and appropriate combinations with the clothes in your closet, you can create looks that range from formal to casual.

Greta model

In conclusion, we can say that the best investment you can make for yourself is in a high-quality and elegant wardrobe. Remember that it should not only be practical and beautiful, but it should also highlight the identity of each woman; that grace and royal bearing that she carries in herself.

A balanced wardrobe will make the most of your beauty and will always make you feel comfortable and confident. If you build under the 80/20 rule, you will have unique garments that will make you stand out whenever you want — all those that are closest to your favorite trends, but chosen with great care — and timeless garments that will give you elegance full of brilliance .

Don't forget that at Regina Romero we have many models that can be the cornerstone of a majestic wardrobe. You will be able to find all those pieces that complement your style, that adapt to your taste and that you can use hundreds of times due to their timelessness, in addition to some models that will surely be the stars of your wardrobe.