Holly Willoughby's Capsule Wardrobe Boils Down to Just 6 Pieces

Holly Willoughby has been a small-screen presence for some time, but over the last few years, with the help of celebrity stylist Angie Smith, she seems to have really perfected what works for her fashion-wise. There's no stopping her, whether we're talking about the many awards she's forever scooping up for her work or her influence on the way many women shop and get dressed each day.

Her daily wares used to largely consist of pleated midi skirts and button-down blouses, but with her newfound confidence and ability to turn her hand to almost any trend, she's found a new array of go-to garments that to rely on. From the two-piece she wears after dark to the top that goes with everything, keep scrolling to see and shop the six pieces that make up Holly Willoughby's capsule wardrobe.

1. SNAZZY SUITING

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For special occasions (at least, for those that don't call for elegant floor-sweepers), you can bet your Mulberry on the fact that Holly will likely be wearing a standout suit to the event. Forgo a blouse and wear with bold shoes to channel her mood.

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2. PASTEL CREW-NECK KNITS

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Be it with midi skirts or tailored trousers, Holly can always rely on a colour-pop knit to offset the bottom half of her outfit. Crew necks are her go-to.

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3. BLACK CULOTTES

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Holly regularly turns to culottes to get her tailoring fix. Fitting just above the ankle and with a cute kick-flare, they help accentuate her trademark curves.

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4. FLORAL MIDI DRESSES

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Holly's a huge fan of bold prints, with florals proving to be her favourite, particularly in midi-dress form. Bold colours are a must, while sleeves should be cropped and necklines high for the most part.

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5. FLESH-COLOURED COURTS

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Barely a day goes by that Holly Willoughby doesn't wear her Gianvito Rossi courts on camera. With the ability to make her legs look even longer than they already are, she proves it's worth taking the time to find a pair that perfectly matches your skin tone.

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6. BUTTON-UP PENCIL SKIRTS

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Holly's hourglass silhouette loans itself to pencil-skirt silhouettes. Make like her and opt for styles with button detail to the side for a modern take on the '50s wardrobe staple. 

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Holly isn't the only TV presenter who's significantly upped her style game. Check out Stacey Dooley's wardrobe must-haves.

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Maxine Eggenberger
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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over thirteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content specifically for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their SEO strategy and keyword planning, works closely with the beauty team on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media, including her own Who What Wear UK TikTok franchise, French Style Fridays. Previously, Maxine appeared on ITV's This Morning in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.

Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship at Look magazine, she was offered a position on the brand's fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. Her passion and natural talent for writing and styling meant she swiftly rose through the ranks to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion and beauty writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief, overseeing both print and digital, before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others.

Maxine is based remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh where she spends her downtime renovating her house, walking her dogs, hosting friends and trying to master the art of making Old Fashioned cocktails.