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Low Maintenance Fashion

Mary Portas believes the key to looking good is to keep your outfit low maintenance. We have handpicked 10 items from the high street: pick one of these and your outfit is (almost) complete

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Mary Portas Ponte Tunic Dress

House of Fraser, £135 now £67

Mary calls this classic tunic dress a 'no brainer': chuck it on and you're ready to go. The asymmetric detailing gives this dress a contemporary feel - the sleeves are slightly uneven, which draws the eye to your top half. A dress in a single colour will elongate and streamline your frame.
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Dee Tweed Panel Dress

French Connection, £130 now £65

Let this chic figure-hugging number speak for itself. Just add heels.

Mary Portas Safari Shirt

House of Fraser, £65 now £32.50

Tuck this into tailored high waisted trousers, or wear with tight-fitting skinnies.

Mary & Charnos Armery

House of Fraser, £17.50

Add sleeves to your outfit with this sculptwear for arms, available in lace or opaque.

Mary Portas Jacquard Jumper

House of Fraser, £85 now £34

Keep pulling the same tatty pullover out of the wardrobe? Try this quirky one instead.

Snow Leopard Dress

Fenn Wright Manson, £179 now £90

Make a statement in this flattering wrap dress.

Hunny Pleated Dress

Reiss, £159 now £63

With this dress, you will be ready in five minutes. Just add a belt or statement necklace.

Mary & Clarks Ankle Boots

House of Fraser, £120

Great with dresses and trousers, you'll keep coming back to a wedged ankle boot.

Camilla Scoop Dress

French Connection, £72 now £48

Highlight your shoulders with the scallop detail on this no-fuss jersey dress.

Mint Velvet Silk Shirt

John Lewis, £69 now £35

Keep things prim and proper in this button-up shirt. Love the bell sleeves.