In a recent interview with Vernon Kay on BBC Radio 2, Winkleman revealed that she strives to look like a “male, mature French student... Let’s call him Jean.” Here's how you too can make Jean your muse this winter and embrace Claudia's effortless, moody style.
Whilst not everyone can pull off a boxy black fringe and fake tan like Claudia can, there are many aspects of her style that are easy to incorporate into your winter wardrobe, like fingerless gloves. Claudia is often seen on The Traitors fashioning fingerless gloves under long jumpers to add a subtle but stylish edge to her looks. Being both practical and cute, these gloves are a great affordable addition to your outfits. Although pricier, cashmere Turtle Doves are an alternative - perfect for slipping on under long sleeves and keeping your wrists warm, they could be a great thing to ask for, or gift, this Christmas.
Ditch 'clean-girl' makeup and sleek eyeliner for a matte foundation and smudgy black eyes.
When compiling an outfit, think boxy on the top and skinny on the bottom. Channel Claudia’s looks with a big blazer and tight trousers, or chunky turtleneck knits with a short skirt and boots. Oversized garments are a staple; in a recent collaboration between Winkleman and Marks and Spencer on Instagram, a commenter asked what size jumper Claudia was wearing and received the reply “I think an M or an L. I can’t abide by an S x”.
To add a bit of Claudia to a night out, ditch ‘clean-girl’ makeup and sleek eyeliner for a matte foundation and smudgy black eyes. Claudia’s thick black liner and pale lipstick might seem a bit extreme, but a simple smoky eye pairs perfectly with a little black dress, and you can make it as subtle or smudged as you like. In the Winkleverse, yesterday’s mascara is today’s eyeliner!
