Move over, boys! We take cues from masculine tailoring, athleisure ensembles and boyfriend staples, and tell you how to pull them off with style
Trends may come and go, but menswear-inspired looks continue to rule the runways season after season (and the closets of the fashion IT-crowd). More than just raiding your boyfriend’s wardrobe, the perfect borrowed-from-the-boys aesthetic combines clever contrast and proportions. (Wo)man enough to nail the look? Read on for our picks of two trending menswear-inspired looks and comfy boyfriend pieces that’ll easily translate into your closet.
The female dandy
From Yves Saint Laurent’s iconic Le Smoking Tux to the slick suits favoured by the style-setting Olsen twins, classic male tailoring remains a celebrated style, with oversized blazers, vests and sharp trousers still reigning supreme in womenswear. Pay homage to the tuxedo tradition with a double breasted suit and a crisp, oxford shirt, and finish off with a red lippie for a sensual touch. But if a full suit’s too much to master, throw on a sleek, tailored blazer and complete the look with supple leather brogues or monkstraps.
Athleisure
There’s no denying it: sports luxe clothing is having a moment. Commonly known as athleisure (AKA fashion’s latest buzzword) the once male-dominated trend is a glammed-up, sneaker-oriented spin on comfy sportswear loved by IT-girls like Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner. To pull off the look, pair your kicks with tailored joggers, a killer bomber jacket and accessorise with a sleek bagpack and mirrored sunnies.
Slouchy boyfriend staples
We’re going to come right out and say it: The older we get, the less likely it is to find us in skin-tight, glamour-puss ensembles. Thanks to fashion’s call for slouchier, oversized fits, we’ve made peace with our need for effortless, relaxed outfits. Must-haves like the boyfriend jeans (also known as our bestfriend on bloated days) can take you from errand-running to a night on the town (with polished accessories, of course) while the equally versatile boyfriend shirts look spiffy with a-line minis and ripped jeans.