The iconic outfits Charmaine Sheh wore in TVB drama "The Queen of News"

While "The Queen of News" has made it's mark amongst TVB dramas, it is really the outfits that sparking discussion

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One of the anniversary dramas of Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB), "The Queen of News," tells the story of the office politics and power struggles among the news anchors of SNK News.

Charmaine Sheh, who plays Man Wai Sum (Sister Man), the lead anchor, has become a hot topic due to her outstanding performance and fabulous outfits

The iconic outfits seen in The Queen of News

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Representative color: white

Care and incredible detail went into planning for "Man Jie"'s outfits with producer Zhong Shujia, Charmaine Sheh working with Guidance from Guo Shumin, the winner of the "Best Costume Design" at the Golden Horse Awards to create her look.

Outfits revolved around three stages

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Man Jie's outfits  revolves around three different stages: the early career stage, the struggle stage, and the queen's reign stage. In her first appearance she dons her signature all-white outfit.

Cinched in blazers were used frequently

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Her blazers usually have a waist-cinching design, which looks even more sleek when paired with long skirts and wide-leg pants.

The lead character portrayed a high-powered news anchor

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The character "Hua Jie," played by Che Wanwan, is a former gold medal anchor and also the boss of She Shi Man. Man Jie's signature white outfits signify her takeover of Hua Jie's position.

Neutral tones were used a lot

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Alongside white, she has also been seen to wear grey.

Accessories such as belts were utilised a lot

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Another grey number matched with wide-leg trousers, highlighting the waist with multiple layers of belts.

One of the standout looks was a suit from Saint Laurent

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Unlike her usual monochrome suits, this black and white houndstooth suit is from Saint Laurent.

While the character wore white and grey a lot, black was used when she resigned

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The producer revealed during the interview that Man Jie wore black in the scene where she resigned. The black suit, which came from Balmain, is usually draped over her shoulders.

Aside from luxuy brands, affordable pieces from fast fashion brands were used as well

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While mostly seen in designer-wear, Man Jie is sometimes seen in Zara and Cos.

The show journeyed through her style evolution from beat reporter to news anchor

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Her style evolution is emphasised even more during her flashbacks to her days as a journalist where she is dressed more simpler.

Besides suits, casual looks were incorporated as well

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Outside of the work, she tends to dress more casual.

The show featured a myriad of handbags too

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The colors of handbags are mostly black and white, with clean and practical designs.

Such as the Le Bambino from Jacquemus

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Man Jie is seen wearing the "Le Bambino" from Jacquemus to represent her elegant, timeless, and versatile style.

And the Delvaux Brillant

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She is often seen wearing the Delvaux "Brillant" bag with its trapezoidal shape and buckle design, it exudes elegance.

And the Jenine bag from Raebeanco

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She is also seen wearing the "Jennine" bag from the niche Italian brand RABEANCO.

But the character's favourite bag is the Acro 33 from Bottega Veneta

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Man Jie's favourite brand is Bottega Veneta with the character having 3 bags from the brand. She is seen carrying the "Acro 33" here.

The Shoulder Pouch Bag from Bottega Veneta was featured as well

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The "Shoulder Pouch Bag" with a cow horn shape has the signature fluffy appearance and texture of Bottega Veneta's cloud bag.

And duffel makes three!

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Her third Bottega Venetta bag she wore when she resigned.

With one appearance from Balenciaga

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Outside of work, Man jie likes to carry the "Hourglass" bag from Balenciaga.

When it comes to jewellery, the character keeps it simple

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Fitting with her character "Man Jie" is always seen in simple, chic designer jewelry.

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