Lara Worthington’s surprising wardrobe revelation

Lara Worthington has shared the secrets to a great wardrobe, and the surprising thing about her favourite fashion items.

Inside My Wardrobe

Lara Worthington, 34, Australian model and businesswoman

If ever there was a wardrobe I’d love to raid, it would be Lara Worthington’s.

With a pared-back approach to trends, an eye for innovative brands and a passion for masculine silhouettes, Lara’s fashion collaboration with The Iconic is one to watch.

Encouraging readers to invest in leather LBDs (little black dresses), Anna Quan suiting and vintage accessories, her innate style lies in her confidence: a healthy blend of fashion and “don’t sweat the small stuff” attitude equals style icon status.

Lara Worthington.

How would you describe your personal style?

Masculine, with a feminine touch.

What does “style” mean to you?

Relating to fashion, style means to me finding what suits you and what feels good and gives you confidence.

What’s the oldest thing in your wardrobe?

A pearl necklace – it was passed down to me by my grandmother. You can wear (pearls) with everything, from T-shirts to gowns.

What are your favourite brands?

Some of the brands we wore at this shoot are my favourites: Christopher Esber, EYTYS, Proenza Schouler.

Lara Worthington at the Melbourne Fashion Festival in 2021. Picture: David Geraghty

How do you take an outfit from desk to dinner?

Pantsuits I think lend themselves to day or night; Anna Quan has excellent shapes and colours in her latest collection.

What are your daily essentials?

I’m always buying denim, trying to find the perfect pair of jeans.

What is the most surprising thing in, or about, your wardrobe?

I love shopping for vintage, so much so it’s a hobby. I am constantly letting things go, to make room for new pieces.

Top three wardrobe must haves?

The Iconic suggestions: black dress in a statement silhouette – no one does this right now like Christopher Esber; a leather dress stands the test of time – Proenza Schouler has a great cut this season; an oversized blazer, I’m loving Stockholm-based label EYTYS for their relaxed cuts.

Sam Worthington and Lara Worthington. Picture: Emma McIntyre/Getty Images

Most sentimental item in your wardrobe?

Anything my husband (Sam) buys for me.

Summer or winter fashion?

Living in New York, a city with such defined “seasons” with all the elements, it keeps me on my toes. It teaches you to layer effectively, honing it down to a valuable skill! If my look has a few layers I can add or subtract according to the weather.

Denim or dresses?

Denim.

Heels or sneakers?

Both essential.

Is there anything in your wardrobe you’ve regretted throwing out?

Nope – don’t look back!

Lara Worthington.

Favourite fashion era?

The ’90s

What’s your secret to a balanced life?

Don’t sweat the small stuff. Drink plenty of water. Take your supplements.