7 Outfits That Prove Suits Don't Have to Be Boring
When it comes to everyday personal style, it's easy to default to the more casual things; a T-shirt and jeans can feel like a no-brainer. But sometimes you want something a little more elevated than a fitted top and loose denim. Enter: the humble suit. It's a wardrobe staple that shouldn't be overlooked — whether or not you go to an office each morning.
Though the suit is traditionally associated with menswear and workwear, it's high time that perspective changed. There's much more to the category than formal black tie or boring boxy work blazers, including vibrant pops of color, compelling shapes to emphasize different parts of the body and uniquely used fabrics.
Need some inspiration? Below, we've curated seven different examples on how to zhuzh up a classic matching set. From non-cheesy double denim to multi-colored, mismatched sets, we've got you covered.
Not Your Dad's Canadian Tuxedo
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Denim-on-denim outfits don't have to look straight out of your dad's clothing archives. Instead of going for a traditional light-wash, straight-cut jacket-and-jeans combination, opt for a darker denim set with more structure. Add some contrast by including pops of color with accessories.
Cecilie Bahnsen Ulanda Ruffle Trim Denim Jacket, $1,200, available here (sizes US 2-10)
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Black Tie, But Make It Cool
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Who said black tie suits have to be plain? Just because you're limited in your color scheme doesn't mean you can't play with some additional accoutrements. A simple trouser with oversized bows at the bottom will make a classic look all the more playful.
Good American Luxe Suiting Boyfriend Blazer, $199, available here (sizes XXS-5XL)
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Cinched At the Waist
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If you're not into the traditional, straight-cut and boxy-shaped suits, cinch yourself in with a corsetted or belted number to create a more interesting, hourglass-shaped silhouette.
Norma Kamali Double-Breasted Jersey Blazer, $265, available here (sizes XXS-XL)
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Mindfully Mismatched
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Monochromatic looks aren't everyone's cup of tea. Find a statement blazer and a complementary pant to make a closet classic plenty more exciting.
Simon Miller Lennox Jacket, $495 $248, available here (sizes US 0-12)
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The Summer Suit
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The suits don't have to end when the weather gets warmer: Take part in the butter yellow trend that took over the Fall 2024 runways with a set of pressed shorts and a short-sleeve blazer.
Generation Love Melbourne Short Sleeve Blazer, $365, available here (sizes XXS-XXL)
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Billowy Boyfriend Suiting
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If you're looking to recreate that oversized trouser-and-jacket look that all the "It" girls have achieved (i.e. Hailey Bieber, Matilda Djerf), a flowy, lightweight jacket and longer-than-usual pants are the way to do it. Pair the loose-fitted suit with a lacy bralette or body chain to really pull off the effortlessly sexy vibe.
Djerf Avenue Forever Blazer Grey, $189, available here (sizes XXS-3XL)
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Upgraded Officewear
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Corporate attire doesn't have to mean a plain pinstripes or neutrals. Brighten up your workspace in a rich, plum-toned suit with a fabulously unique, conversation-starting brooch.
Argent Double-Breasted Blazer, $495, available here (sizes US 0-14)
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