Keegan launches Very collection

Michelle Keegan celebrated her new 30-piece fashion range with a champagne dinner at The Newman Hotel on Tuesday. The collection features accessible style with prices starting at £18 and rising to £75.

Glamorous dinner celebration

The 39-year-old actress wore a strappy satin top and neck scarf, paired with brown PVC snake-skin trousers from her new autumn/winter range. She arrived in a personalised black taxi with her name embossed on the side.

Collection focuses on versatility

The capsule wardrobe emphasises elevated casual daywear with refined fabrications and flattering cuts. Pieces work for everything from morning wear to special occasions, with outfit-building essentials throughout.

Keegan's design philosophy

Michelle said she wanted the collection to feel effortless with pieces you can throw on in the morning and still love by evening. She focused on fit, fabric, and small details that show thoughtful design.

“I want the collection to feel effortless with pieces you can throw on in the morning and still love by evening.”

Favourite pieces highlighted

Michelle singled out the chocolate brown blazer and trouser suit as a personal favourite. She also praised the stripe knit dress for its versatility across different occasions.

“The blazer and trouser suit in chocolate brown is a favourite of mine, and I love how the stripe knit dress can be styled for every occasion.”

Manchester campaign connection

The collection was shot in Manchester, which Michelle said made the campaign feel personal. She highlighted the streets, energy, and people of the city as inspiration for the range.

“Shooting the collection in Manchester was so special, the streets, the energy, the people. It made the whole campaign feel even more personal.”

Radio appearance and food habits

Michelle revealed on Capital FM that she likes mayonnaise with her Chinese takeaway, particularly with chow mein. She described the habit as disgusting but admitted she loves it.

“I have mayonnaise with my Chinese. And I don't think that is a northern thing I think that's just disgusting. But I love it!”

Dipping technique explained

When asked how she eats the mayonnaise, Michelle explained she dips her chow mein or chicken wings directly into the condiment. She acknowledged the habit seemed unusual but defended her preference.

“I put Chow Mein, fork, dip, dip, dip. Or, I could have a chicken wing and dip the chicken wing in the mayonnaise and then eat it.”

Mark Wright's perspective

Michelle's husband Mark Wright previously revealed that she loves Chinese takeaway and curry. He noted they both maintain a balanced lifestyle with regular gym work and healthy habits.

“She loves a Chinese takeaway and a curry. We both have a very balanced life and we both work hard in the gym and stay healthy.”

Promoting new drama series

Michelle was on the radio to promote her new drama The Blame, where she plays DI Emma Crane. It marks her first acting role since giving birth to daughter Palma in March last year.

Return to work after motherhood

Michelle previously admitted that returning to work after having a baby was daunting. She praised the production team for being supportive and making her feel looked after throughout filming.

“Coming back to work after having a baby is quite daunting. But the production were so supportive and I was so looked after and it was like working with family.”

Family planning scrutiny

Michelle previously spoke about the intense media scrutiny she and Mark faced over their plans to start a family. They didn't have children until a decade after marrying, which led to constant speculation.

Weekly speculation about children

Michelle revealed there was a story every week about her family plans, with her own family asking questions. The constant attention led her to decide not to discuss that part of her life publicly.

“At one point, there was a story every week. My family was asking me about it, so I made the decision to not talk publicly about that side of my life.”

Setting boundaries with age

As Michelle approached 38, she said she felt more confident about setting boundaries. She became more selective about what aspects of her personal life she shared with the public.

“I'm going to be 38 this year and, as I've got older, I feel more confident about my boundaries.”

Brassic star status

Michelle is known for her role in the drama series Brassic, which has established her as a serious actress beyond her earlier Coronation Street fame. The show has been a significant part of her recent career.

Daughter Palma born

Michelle and Mark welcomed their daughter Palma in March last year. The birth came after years of public speculation about when they would start their family.

Very partnership details

The 30-piece collection with Very represents a significant fashion partnership for Michelle. The range demonstrates her ability to translate her personal style into accessible, wearable pieces for a broad audience.

Price range accessibility

The collection starts at £18 for basic pieces and goes up to £75 for more premium items. This pricing strategy makes the range accessible to a wide range of customers while maintaining quality fabrications.