Traitors Style: Get the Claudia Winkleman look
Celebrity Traitors has us hooked, and it’s not just for the murderous gameplay – Claudia Winkleman’s outfits are as iconic as ever. Her ‘castlecore’ looks combine gothic glamour with countryside cool: think chunky knits and tailored coats, dramatically sweeping capes, sharp tailoring and statement tartan. Here’s our guide to bringing Traitors energy to your own wardrobe (fringe optional).
TARTAN
You don’t need a rural Scottish backdrop to rock tartan this season. Whether it’s a classic trench coat over pared-back layers, or just a nod to the trend with a tartan scarf, this classic pattern is traditional but so-on-trend. As we head towards winter, deep red, rich chocolate brown and versatile grey provide the perfect colour palette. Look out for small-scale checks on coordinating mini skirts and blazers, and heritage prints on outerwear and wide-legged trousers.
tartan
CAPES
Nobody does a dramatic entrance quite like Claudia in a cape. She’d love our knitted versions – they’re cosy enough for even the frostiest days thrown effortlessly over knits and slim-fit trousers. For festive evenings, capes embellished with faur fur, gems or feather trims bring instant glam.
capes
BOOTS
Claudia’s boots ground her attention-grabbing outfits and keep things practical for striding around outside. Classic black leather boots are failsafe: chunky soles, pointed toes or knee-high cuts should be on your radar this season – and glossy, patent heeled styles would be perfect for a castle confrontation.
boots
SKINNY JEANS
Skinny jeans are a Winkleman staple – and we love them, too. Black or darker washes of blue denim are an endlessly wearable base layer – wear yours tucked into boots or under a statement coat. The clean, streamlined silhouette balances out oversized knits, capes and tailoring so well.
skinny jeans
TUX JACKETS
Claudia saves her sleek, tuxedo-style tailoring for Round Table theatrics, but we’re bringing ours out for winter dinners, festive parties and date nights. Choose from matching tuxedo trousers and blazers, or tux-inspired skorts and jumpsuits. Just add some sharp heels and statement accessories. Bonus points for smoky eyeliner.
