best luxury brands for investment pieces, with top style picks from each and live,

1. Why Invest in Luxury Pieces?

Quality: Superior fabrics, expert tailoring, and lasting construction
Timelessness: Designs transcend fleeting trends
Resale Value: High-end pieces hold value over time—great for smart wardrobes

Select key pieces that anchor your wardrobe across seasons, ensuring you always look polished with minimal effort.

2. Core Luxury Brands & Signature Investment Pieces

1. Loro Piana

Signature Picks: Cashmere sweaters, wool coats, RTW knits

Master of luxury knitwear—hand-spun cashmere and serene neutrals
Their longline cashmere coat in camel or grey is a capsule hero

Tellar Resource: Learn how to build a “Clean Girl Aesthetic” wardrobe with luxury knits (Tellar: Clean Girl Aesthetic)

2. Brunello Cucinelli

Signature Picks: Tailored trousers, silk knit polos, luxe basics

Italian fine tailoring meets sumptuous materials: linen, silk, cashmere
Their cashmere polo in neutral tones layers beautifully over trousers and skirts

Tellar Resource: Discover relaxed high-end style via French‑Scandi fusion in Luxury vs High Street for Skirts (Tellar: Luxury vs High Street for Skirts)

3. The Row

Signature Picks: Oversized cashmere coats, minimalist handbags, tailored shirting

Founded by Ashley and Mary‑Kate Olsen, The Row offers quiet luxury
Their structured blazer in tonal camel and box-pleat trousers = wardrobe staples

Tellar Resource: Check out Effortless Chic: Top French Style Icons for ratios in tailoring and luxurious structure (Tellar: Effortless Chic)

4. Celine

Signature Picks: Trench coats, minimalist handbags, silk shirts

Hedi Slimane–era Celine balances Parisian polish with modern minimal
Think clean-lined trench in sand, bare pumps, simple leather tote

Tellar Resource: See how to add structured outerwear to a capsule in What Is Smart‑Casual Workwear (Tellar: Smart Casual Workwear)

5. Totême

Signature Picks: Tailored suiting, refined outerwear, high‑rise trousers

Swedish label focused on neutral palettes, fluid dressing, and refined practicality
A warm neutral overcoat and wide-leg suiting pants will last multiple seasons

Tellar Resource: Get tips for suiting trends in What Trousers Are Actually on Trend (Tellar: Trousers Trends)

6. Max Mara

Signature Picks: The iconic camel coat, midi skirts, tailored tailoring

Known for impeccable camel overcoats and smart, streamlined workwear
Their midi-length cashmere coat is a style archetype

Tellar Resource: Katie Holmes’ chic workwear breakdown—coat, suiting, knitwear (Tellar: Katie Holmes Style & Brands)

7. Saint Laurent

Signature Picks: Leather biker jackets, tailored trousers, silk shirts

Parisian rock‑ready elegance in sharp leather and tuxedo suiting
A black wool‑satin blazer is a power piece, bridging day and night

Tellar Resource: Read Effortless Chic to model at-home elegance with suiting; sizing details included (Tellar: Effortless Chic)

3. Defining Investment Categories

Here’s a breakdown of the pieces worth prioritizing:

Category	Why It Matters	Brand & Item Choice
Outerwear	Worn daily, visible first impression	Max Mara coat, The Row coat, Celine trench
Tailoring	Framing the body, adds structure & polish	Brunello trousers, Totême suit
Knitwear	Versatile layer—neutral signals refinement	Loro Piana sweater, Brunello polo
Leather Jackets	Durable, adds edge to tailored outfits	Saint Laurent biker
Silk & Satin Basics	Luxurious lightweight blend	Celine shirts; The Row silk shell
Handbags	Luxury bag defines elevation & identity	The Row Margaux, Celine Cabas

4. How to Decide: Quality vs Wearability

Coverage: Does it work across seasons and contexts (e.g., travel, office, weekend)?
Palette: Neutral tones like camel, ivory, black, sand = longer wardrobe life
Resale: Iconic shapes have higher resale value (think camel coat, bike jacket, silk shell)

Tellar Tip: Use the Luxury vs High Street for Skirts approach to evaluate wearability—heavier fabrics for winter, lighter for summer (Tellar: Luxury vs High Street for Skirts).

5. Building Around Investment Pieces

Start with your signature item: e.g., a camel coat → build neutral base: white tee, dark denim, loafers
Layer up gradually: Add transitional pieces—cashmere cardigan, refined silk shirt, structured blazer
Finish with accessories: A luxury tote or leather belt anchors the look without oversaturating

Tellar Flow: Follow guides like Smart Casual Workwear or Flowy Loose Fashion to style each investment piece within a capsule wardrobe (Tellar: Smart Casual Workwear, Tellar: Flowy Loose Fashion)

6. Sizing Smart with Tellar

One-time measurement yields chest, waist, hip, sleeve length
Profile syncs across brands—so a cashmere sweater from Loro Piana fits like your COS sweater
Custom styling guides: Access brand‑specific fit advice via each linked post

This removes guesswork, doubles-down on confidence, and ensures each piece lands precisely as intended.

7. Visual Styling: What Each Brand Brings

Loro Piana: Soft, fluid luxury—neutral tones, cashmere drape
Brunello Cucinelli: Smart tailoring with gentle texture—rich linens and silks
The Row: Elevated minimalism—striking simplicity, high-end finishes
Celine: Parisian chic—clean cuts with modern minimal
Totême: Scandi polish—neutral palettes and refined draping
Max Mara: Modern classics—structured coats & timeless office tailoring
Saint Laurent: Edgy elegance—rock-inspired tailoring and luxe leather

Combine one signature investment piece with 2–3 complementary staples from your high-street mix using Tellar’s guides to complete your ideal capsule.

8. Live Tellar Guide Backlinks

Navigate your investment journey with strategic Tellar posts:

9. Final Tips & Next Steps

Start smart: Pick 2–3 investment pieces you’ll wear often
Think cohesion: Each piece should pair with your existing wardrobe
Use Tellar: Size-match without stress, style without hesitation
Stay inspired: Refer to the linked Tellar guides to execute looks with ease

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Start your free sizing profile today at Tellar.co.uk—and make every luxury investment piece count.