Tuesday 7 February 2017

How to nail the trouser suit look

How to nail the trouser suit look


For your slick and smart office looks, the classic trouser suit is a go-to piece that everyone can wear. It's all about finding the right style and fit for you. I personally don't need to wear a trouser suit everyday for work, but I know many company dress codes require this attire on a daily basis. Whether your trouser suit makes an appearance once or twice a week or everyday, read on for my tips on nailing the trouser suit look.

How to nail the trouser suit look


How to nail the trouser suit look


Find your perfect fit


I'm a huge fan of tailored pieces, especially for smart workwear. Once you find a fit that you feel comfortable with, stick with that and the rest of your look will fall into place. For example, if you prefer skinny trousers, find a suitable suit jacket to go with them and keep that as your signature trouser suit look. My preference for a trouser suit is straight cut trousers and a fitted blazer. This grey suit from Next is one of my favourites and the fit is absolutely perfect. I'm usually a size 8 in clothing but interestingly, I had to get the Next Petite size 6 blazer with these size 8 trousers. The size 8 blazer was far too big for me, so it's really important to try on a few options and find your perfect fit.

How to nail the trouser suit look


Dare to be different


You can't go wrong with a classic black trouser suit. However I like to mix things up from time to time, so when I saw this grey suit at Next I knew it was for me. The colour is brighter but still understated, and grey is still a neutral colour that will go with pretty much anything. This suit also has a very subtle print if you look closely. I'm a fan of things that look slightly different, so this really caught my eye.

How to nail the trouser suit look


Add a pop of colour


This outfit was finished off with this gorgeous pink multicoloured scarf from Accessorize. I love the bright colours and how they contrast to the grey. Scarves are really smart and can dramatically change any look. As I was wearing a plain white shirt under the suit, I thought a bright pink scarf was exactly what the outfit needed.

How to nail the trouser suit look


How to nail the trouser suit look


Accessories


For my accessories in this outfit, I chose my black DKNY handbag, a Hugo Boss watch and my New Look heels.

How to nail the trouser suit look


How to nail the trouser suit look


Photography by Kirstie Melville.

2 comments:

  1. This is so flattering! I'd always go for slim fit trousers but I love your wider leg ones! It's funny you said about Next's sizings, because I tried on a couple of dresses from there recently, size 8 and petite and they were all too big!

    Kirstie | Behind The Scent

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    1. Thank you :) Yes I think it's always best to try on just in case!

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