Alex and Chris's Festive Uniqlo Edit
{in partnership with Uniqlo}
I managed to get Chris to join in on this one - he immediately agreed because his wardrobe (like mine) is 80% Uniqlo!
We popped into our new local store (Coal Drops Yard) last week to try on some items in person, too, and it was one of the few times we enjoyed shopping together as there was something that suited both our taste.
We got a chance to look for family whilst there (accessories are always a great bet, cashmere even more so) as it’s an ideal price point for gifting and you can always find chic, useful items. And I also took the opportunity to try some trousers that aren’t jeans!
I loved researching this gift guide, mainly because most of it I either own or have added to my edit in the past few months. The merino wool poloneck is perfect for layering, the cashmere crewneck is one of the first things I reach for during these chilly mornings and the ribbed joggers are made for work from home days. I have chosen a few items at different price points so there’s something for everyone and good online stock levels on these selects. And the wonderful thing about Uniqlo is that most of these pieces are available in different colourways too (especially the cashmere and accessories).
And I didn’t even include any of the famous HEATTECH layers (I’ve been eyeing up the cashmere blend ones for my mum), but you know all about that anyway, right!?
Socks: £3.90 (from UK size 5-11)
HEATTECH unisex beanie: £19.90, Uniqlo x JW Anderson
Cotton blend pyjamas: £34.90 (these have pockets, I’ve checked!)
Knit ribbed trousers: £24.90 (I am wearing these in charcoal as I type)
100% cashmere beanie: £34.90 (I have a very similar one from a few years ago and love it)
Satin skirt: £34.90 (comes in lots of colours and a shorter length)
Tweed single collar coat: £49.90 (currently reduced)
I couldn’t resist doing a kids one, Peggy wears this fleece all the time and Uniqlo’s kids socks are second to none:
Fleece: £24.90, Uniqlo x Marimekko
And now for Chris’s edit, he showed me up and added gifs! I am always impressed by how he sources items, he keeps everything simple (with a snazzy sock), looks for durability, always looks effortlessly smart - and can really make a cardigan work!
