Matildas star Caitlin Foord on creating a ‘sporty luxe’ wardrobe

What’s your fragrance of choice? Gucci “Flora Gorgeous Gardenia”.

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Any go-to jewellery? I wear gold huggie hoops and rings every day. Also, a necklace that was a gift from my pop for making the 2011 FIFA World Cup team; it’s a chain with an old Aussie $2 coin on it.

Can you remember a favourite outfit you wore as a child? I remember the first time I wore a dress; I was a flower girl at my cousin’s wedding, aged nine. My family thought I was going to hate it because I was little tomboy but I ended up absolutely loving it.

And your worst fashion mistake? Honestly, I can’t pick just one because it was all through my teens. I look back now and think “what was I wearing?” That’s why the oldest thing I own is my national jersey!

What was your first fashion moment? My first black-tie event, the Asian Football Confederation Annual Awards in Kuala Lumpur in 2011, when I was 16 years old. I wore a classic little black dress with spaghetti straps. Luckily, the look still holds up as I won the AFC Youth Player of the Year and there are still photos of me in that dress on the web.

What’s at the top of your wish list? A yellow-gold Cartier “Love” ring. It’s timeless.

Is there anything you would never wear? A leather jacket. It works for some people but not me. I don’t mind a denim jacket, though.

Is there a current trend you like? I’m loving all the co-ord sets.

What shoes do you wear most? White Adidas “Yeezy 350” sneakers.

What do you wear on a typical working day? I live and train in cold, wet England so most of the time I’m wearing a tracksuit and a winter jacket. Luckily my club, Arsenal, has some really nice sportswear looks.

What’s your favourite off-duty, casual Sunday look? When I’m off the pitch, I still like to dress for comfort – high-waisted shorts or trousers with a trusty crop top. I’ll add a hint of luxury with an accessory. What can I say? I’m a creature of habit!

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