Alexandra Van Houtte

[Jule Watkinson]

Barrieinterviews personalities close to the House. An opportunity to talk with them about fashion, their favorite looks and their favorite Barrie pieces!

Barrie had the pleasure of talking to Alexandra Van Houtte @alexandravanhoutte , the creator of the fashion search engine Tagwalk.

Definitely the famous Barrie Denim jacket - it's one of the wisest investments! It can be worn with jeans, trainers and a t-shirt for a casual look or with a skirt and heels for a more elegant look. I love the versatility and modernity of it.

I grew up in boarding school in England and wether it was summer or winter, snow or wind, we had a uniform with a kilt, a navy-blue jumper and a blazer - the habit has remained, I feel the most comfortable when I'm in a short black skirt with a pair of boots, a slightly oversized jumper and a nice jacket. I find that it helps me not to worry too much in the morning when I get dressed. My style is simple but effective. I realize every day how important it is to invest in truly beautiful pieces.

These two women passed on to me the value of nature, of the great outdoors and of knowing how to appreciate what is offered to us in everyday life, something we tend to forget. I spent all my holidays in the Highlands, surrounded by hills as far as the eye could see, sheep and long-haired cows. Wool and cashmere are anchored in my house from plaid blankets for picnics to thick cashmere socks by the fire - Scottish know-how is inimitable.

The tartan, "schoolgirl" style is back and Barrie is really into the theme! In addition, the 70s trend, santiag boots and cowboy is making an appearance again, we saw this at the Chanel Haute Couture show last July.

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