The return of the BBC's hit reality show The Traitors on Friday 02 January 2026 brings with it the highly anticipated revival of presenter Claudia Winkleman's iconic wardrobe. Known for selling out pieces almost instantly, her fashion choices have become as much a talking point as the game itself.
The High-Low Fashion Formula of The Traitors
Styled by Sinead McKeefry, who also collaborates with Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing, the looks expertly blend high-street finds with luxury designer pieces. This high-low approach has seen items like a maroon Zara coat, a Kapital smiley face jumper, and a Brora fair isle knit fly off the shelves in previous series. The styling draws direct inspiration from the show's rugged and romantic Scottish Highlands setting, creating a unique blend of country attire and high fashion.
McKeefry's work elevates the show's theatrical nature, whether Claudia is wearing Cos knitwear at breakfast, a Bella Freud coat for a woodland mission, or a Comme Des Garçons blazer for a banishment. The recent celebrity season pushed the style even further, featuring viral items like the Isabel Marant bouclé jumper and a Ralph Lauren tartan two-piece.
Deconstructing the Episode 1 Androgynous Look
For the first episode of the new fourth series, Winkleman sported a characteristically androgynous ensemble. The outfit centred on a thrifted sage stripe blouse with blouson sleeves, layered under a tailored tweed waistcoat from heritage brand Cordings.
Complementing this palette were a pair of tailored, flared dark green suit trousers, believed to be from Reiss. The standout footwear came from one of Claudia's favourite luxury houses, Givenchy: a pair of shark lock green 'stomper' boots. While this specific green style is currently unavailable, the red version is on sale at Harvey Nichols. For a more accessible option, Asos offers a stellar suede alternative.
What to Expect from the Series 4 Wardrobe
As fashion fans eagerly await each new outfit, several signature pieces are reliably expected to return. These include her Spanx leggings, Brora arm warmers, Amazon red gloves, a gothic black cape from Luxury Family Affair, and Holland Cooper jodhpur jeans. For anyone looking to revamp their wardrobe in 2026, Claudia's Traitors style provides the ultimate inspiration, masterfully mixing timeless tailoring with dramatic, statement pieces.
