Borrowed From The Boys
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Tailoring is steeped in tradition. From the wardrobes of world leaders to the centuries-long know-how of Savile Row, suiting, in all its structured glory, instantly evokes power and strength. Carefully considered lapels, pockets and buttons are part and parcel with a bespoke process, as well as selecting something special off the rack.
This season, you needn’t book a flight to London’s famous suit-making street to partake in the prestige that comes from classic menswear. Designers are adapting elements of time-honoured pieces and imbuing them with a subtlety that, while evocative of their menswear predecessors, is fully feminine.
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The intersection of structure and softness is easy to spot at Max Mara Weekend where a 60’s-inspired tweed swing coat is treated to an oversize collar, patch pockets and covered buttons. When paired with other clean-lined pieces, like Xacus’ white shirt, Autumn Cashmere’s crewneck sweater and Cambio’s cropped trousers, the coat’s timeless design details can really sing.
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Cinzia Rocco makes a convincing case for crisp lapels, defined shoulders and nuanced neutrals. An elegant riff on a classic camel coat, your outfit becomes all more compelling when teamed with Autumn Cashmere’s tonal cashmere sweater and Circolo 1901’s glen plaid suit.
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Speaking of plaid, Cinzia Rocco’s double breasted maxi coat has serious longevity and will add a touch of class to everything from Cambio trousers to joggers. Menswear can manifest itself in unexpected ways too, including a pop of pink, courtesy of Line’s classic cardigan.
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No well-rounded outerwear collection is complete without a streamlined silhouette. Eleventy’s sleek sand-coloured coat is a no-fail option for dressed up and dressed down occasions alike. For a refined take on the trend, try pairing it with a matching mock neck sweater, this one by Eleventy, and a pair of clean-lined trousers.
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