The Art of the Investment Piece

24 July 2025

In a world of over-consumption and fast fashion, it’s important to carefully select our clothes for long life: both in material and style. It will naturally cost a little more initially, but long-term the value is much higher: you get a piece that you love and that will last far beyond the next few months.

But selecting an investment piece is something of an art. It means picking items that you will continue to love and that are versatile and hard-working so that they match well with multiple items in your wardrobe.

At Feather & Stitch we partner with designers who are committed to quality, style and longevity. You’ll find plenty of unique and beautiful pieces that have been crafted with care and consideration. Take a look at some of our top investment piece picks from a handful of our favourite brands.

Meredith jacket

The classic look of the Meredith jacket just goes to show how some pieces never go out of style. An everyday go-to, this cropped black jacket by BA&SH is great with a high-waisted skirt or pair of jeans, and goes as nicely with a t-shirt as it does with a blouse. The cotton-wool blend has a rounded neck and long sleeves and is beautifully finished with gold-crafted buttons.

Sasha jean

Nothing in your wardrobe will work harder than a good pair of denim, and the Sasha jean is just such a piece. High-rise with a straight leg, these trousers from Paige are cut from a vintage denim that gives them a timeless look. They’re comfortable, with just enough stretch, and have a 32” inseam for a full-length drop.

The question with these jeans is not “what can I wear them with”, but “what can’t I wear them with?” Bodysuit, shirts, tees, jumpers, jackets... Denim is one of the most versatile and popular styles of clothing ever, so a good quality piece is a must-have in any investment wardrobe.

Tao earring

Of course, investment in your wardrobe isn’t just about clothing: you need to consider your accessories too. That’s where Gas Bijoux comes in with their beautifully-designed Tao earrings. These delicate pearl drops are 24-carat gold-plated with mother-of-pearl decorated with fine golden threads. They’re beautiful enough to be noticed, yet small enough to wear with any outfit, on any occasion, or at any time of the day.

Gaspard cardigan

The rich Bordeaux red of the Gaspard cardigan immediately catches our eye. This perfect knit can be worn as a cardigan or jacket, and easily pairs with any outfit. Mix-and-match with some leather for a going out piece, a smart skirt for something more formal, or a pair of jeans for casual chic. It’s a versatile investment piece that you’ll fall in love with. The cardigan - another quality piece from BA&SH - has cropped sleeves, a rounded neck, and a chunky knit. Small shoulder pads add a strong shape with gold-coloured metal buttons to top it all off.

Katie03 city slub tee

Finally, we bring you the Katie03 city slub tee - because a wardrobe isn’t complete without an easy-to-wear t-shirt. When we talk about investment pieces for our wardrobe, we often think of special-occasion items that we’ll maybe wear once or twice a year. But the real investment pieces are those that can last through use on a weekly or even daily basis. That’s where Velvet by Graham and Spencer’s plain yet beautiful tee comes in. Made from soft cotton slub, you can swap it in with any outfit for an easy look, day or night.