Women’s tailoring has come a long way in recent years. What started as something of a niche catwalk trend has boomed, and now trendy suits and separates are a huge part of everyday fashion – not just workwear.
For the office, a well-cut blazer or the perfect pair of trousers is still worth its weight in gold – but these days we also want tailored pieces for our off-duty wardrobes.
For spring, that means pops of colour, fluid fabrics and clever layering. Here are four trends to try this season…
From hot pink at Versace and Alexander McQueen to tangerine orange at Christian Siriano and lime green at Moschino, acid bright trouser and skirt suits ruled the runways.
Matalan Be Beau Cropped Blazer, £22
Ideal for those in-between spring days when the weather won’t make up its mind, a sleeveless blazer can be layered over lightweight knitwear or an oversized shirt.
PrettyLittleThing Black Woven Sleeveless Blazer, £17 (was £25); Black High Waist Woven Wide Leg Trousers, £18 (were £28)
A softer alternative to the mega-bright trend, suits in pastel hues feel fresh and spring-like.
River Island Structured Blazer in Purple, £65, Very
The trendiest trousers of the season are soft, swishy and in neutral tones – like the pairs seen at Fendi, The Row and Valentino.
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The Fold Clever Crepe Almeida Jacket Ivory, £295; Tierney Blouse Watercolour Print Silk, £225; Clever Crepe High Waisted Elasticated Trousers Ivory, £225