Nailing AW19’s sophisticated mood is no easy feat, but luckily Next has made it easy for us by taking tailoring out of office and giving it wear-everywhere appeal. Neat blazers and languid trousers work as hard as you do, and look as good off-duty as they do in the office. Need ideas on how to style tailored pieces for this season and beyond? We've got you covered...
Consider Your Colour Palette
Credit: Red argyle sweater £28; Wide leg trousers £40; Patent sock boots £45; Faux fur bag £28; all from Next.
Modern tailoring makes a bold statement, and so do vibrant red tones like those in Next's latest collection. Opt for an accent or take your hue from the catwalk and wear head-to-toe for a standout look. Rich cream and caramel tones will also add some sophistication this season, so be sure to work those into your AW19 palette, too.
Layer It Up
Credit: Pleated dress £46; Navy check blazer £40; Boots, £65; all from Next.
To tone down a formal outfit, layer your tailored pieces over casual clothing. Think thin blazers over maxi dresses and slogan tees. For added cool girl points, roll up the sleeves too. And remember, on-trend accessories can help dial up or dial down your look.
Don't Overlook Outerwear
Credit: Blazer £50; Tapered trousers £28; Roll neck £18; Block heel boots £79; Coat, £75; Earrings £10; all from Next.
Tailored outerwear also takes centre stage this season. If you invest in one thing, make it a classic yet contemporary wool overcoats, which you can layer over a tailored suit. Wear all winter long – and for many more to come.
Go For Relaxed Cuts
Credit: Funnel neck check jumper £32; Emma Willis paperbag trousers £46; all from Next.
With their relaxed cuts, these modern tailoring pieces prove that suiting doesn’t have to be stuffy. Simply swap blouses and heels for chunky knits and boots to make your outfit look understated yet elegant. Paperbag trousers should also make an appearance in your new season wardrobe, thanks to their timeless high-waisted feature. We love.
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How To Nail Wear-Everywhere Tailoring This AW19
Pleated dress, £46 from Next
Pearl bag, £36 from Next - Coming Soon
Longline blazer, £50 from Next
Navy check blazer, £40 from Next
Roll neck, £18 from Next
Block heel boots, £79 from Next
Red argyle sweater, £28 from Next
Check trench, £78 from Next
Tapered trousers, £28 from Next
Faux fur bucket bag, £28 from Next
Funnel neck check jumper, £32 from Next
Neutral coat, £75 from Next
Patent sock boots, £45 from Next
Gold tone bamboo hoop earrings, £10 from Next
Wide leg trousers, £40 from Next - Coming Soon
Forever Comfort® Feature heel knee high boots, £65 from Next
Emma Willis paperbag trousers, £46 from Next
Jersey belted midi dress, £42 from Next
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