It's Pay Day! Here is Everything the Marie Claire Team is Buying
Straight from the experts


The end of September can only mean one thing: payday has finally arrived, and with it, a whole host of fabulous fashion drops that are threatening to come for our salaries. Particularly now that we have our sights set on Autumn/Winter 2025, it feels like a good time as any to invest in some new pieces to ensure our wardrobes are ready for the upcoming colder months—and Team MC UK has been compiling their wish-lists in preparation.
Curious to know what the Marie Claire editors are investing in this month? Keep scrolling for our must-have pay day picks, from the key wardrobe basics set to make everyday dressing that little bit easier, to the luxury treats we simply can't resist.
Lily Russo-Bah, Fashion Director
Clementina Jackson, Fashion Editor
I’m loving cocoon-sleeve blazers at the moment, and have spotted a few great, affordable ones at River Island for the new season. In an effort to wear less black, I’m tempted to try this navy pinstripe style instead, which I’ll style with dark wide-leg denim and cinch with a belt.
As soon as I saw my friend wearing this on her pinky finger, I knew I had to treat myself to the same. It’s amazing quality for the price: anti-tarnish, water resistant, hand-set, fabulously sparkly and comes with a 2-year warranty to boot. Obsessed.
Sofia Piza, Fashion Writer
Stephanie Yeboah, Freelance writer, author and content creator
I’ve been a fan of Karoline Vitto’s sculptural designs for years, especially as she’s such a huge advocate and champion for body diversity, creating pieces that amplify curves. The Metal ladder skirt has a gorgeous structured silhouette, finished off with the chrome ladder detail on the side. An absolute must-have, especially when paired with a crop top and knee high boots!
I love the detailed draping on the EVA top,with the asymmetric design made to exaggerate the hip area. It’s a transitional statement piece, sure to add drama to any outfit. I can imagine wearing this with a pair of horseshoe jeans and a pair of kitten heeled slingbacks for an extreme silhouette.
I will always have a lot of time for leopard print, so when I came across these gorgeous leopard print mules, I added them to my ‘to buy’ list immediately. Made from pony hair leather, the mules have padded insoles and a low heel for comfort. I’d pair these with cropped straight legged jeans and a chunky knitted jumper.
Natalie Hammond, Freelance Fashion Writer
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Sofia Piza is the Fashion Writer at Marie Claire UK. With extensive experience and a degree in Fashion Journalism, she covers runway trends, shopping picks, celebrity fashion, and industry news.
Throughout her career, Sofia's work has ranged from in-depth interviews with industry experts and high-profile celebrities to creative production for editorial cover shoots and red-carpet coverage. Born in Mexico and raised in five countries, Sofia's multicultural upbringing has fed into her interest in international markets, leading her fashion week coverage across London, Milan, Paris, New York, and Copenhagen.
When she's not sourcing inspiration from social media, you will find Sofia anywhere from a local vintage market to busy central London streets, people watching to make sure she brings you the latest trends, from the best denim pieces to the must-have investment bags- the possibilities are endless.