Found in Issue No. 265
8 Effortlessly Chic Everyday Outfit Ideas
- Words By
- Bibby Sowray
- Edited By
- Polly Knight
Create A Colour Thread
By this, we mean choosing one colour to weave through your outfit, which will provide continuity. Matching your shoes and bag with your outerwear is a simple way to do it, but it doesn’t have to be those pieces – just make sure you wear at least three items in the same colour, so it looks elegantly intentional.
Leather + Loafer
A great pair of leather trousers is a true wardrobe staple. This season, team yours with loafers and chunky knitwear to make them feel modern. Our top tip? Opt for a looser fit with an ankle-grazing length – skin-tight leather gives off a different vibe.
Cap It Up
The cap is enjoying a spectacular comeback (so practical!). Using one to finish off an otherwise classic look instantly gives a subtle 2023 spin to your look. The key is to keep the rest of your outfit polished, so that the cap just takes the edge off and adds a feeling of effortlessness.
Respin Classic Bouclé
The bouclé jacket is a classic, but adding a cooler, tougher edge by teaming it with wide-leg denim – either slouchy and lower-slung or high-waisted and tailored – is a great way to bring it into the now. Teaming with chunky trainers elevates the contemporary spin on a timeless piece.
Reimagine The Mary Jane
When it comes to the Mary Jane – a timeless style that happens to be the season’s most-wanted shoe – keep your look feeling coolly chic and perfect for everyday by teaming with dark-wash denim (try a wide- or barrel-leg style) that’s cropped at the ankle. A simple oversized knit is all you need on top.
Go Tonal
Doubling up on tones from the same colour family can really make your look feel considered. Think about texture, too; try varying it with each item to add interest – such as a cotton trench coat with a wool blazer or cashmere sweater. A plain white T-shirt and trainers are the perfect way to break it up.
See Red
Red is the colour of AW23, so if you’ve never tried it before, or perhaps assumed it doesn’t suit you, now is the time. Pairing with black or mid-wash denim packs a punch, and a pop of colour always makes you feel great. But first, try out a few different shades of red to see which tone works best for you.
Add A Splash Of Retro Colour
Colourful retro trainers are trending right now – simply adding a pair to an everyday neutral outfit is an easy shortcut to a stylishly minimal but still interesting look. Take them right into winter by replacing bare ankles with cashmere socks when the chill sets in.