Androgyny
Masculine tailoring with a feline twist has proved
a strong direction for autumn/winter. Sexy tuxedo suits and
cigarette pants offer an alternative glam evening look in a
move away from the classic cocktail dress and will prove a strong
hit for the Christmas party season. While loose trousers, baggy
jumpers, and crisp shirts provide a more casual approach to
the trend. Pack away your boot legs if you want to adopt this
trend successfully because, wide leg and slim legs are the fashion-forward
cut for trousers, retain femininity with stacked heels and a
clutch bag, but avoid adding jewellery, simplicity and minimalism
are essential.
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This look from Oasis
shows the real essence of ‘casual androgyny.’ You
don’t however have to take things so literally in order
to appear on trend. Each piece from this outfit worn separately,
with existing items from your wardrobe would give a nod to the
trend.
Loose the cardigan and jacket and team the baggy trousers
with a fitted shirt, vest or polo neck. Wear the cardigan buttoned
up over a vest or ruffle shirt and jeans or tulip skirt, and
the jacket with a polo neck, stripe shirt, cigarette pants,
wide black trousers or leggings. Single elements of the trend
will be just as effective. Curvy shapes beware of a look that
is too loose – you need definition around your bust hips
and waist, so add a fitted waistcoat to pull you in. The great
thing about this look is that it is all in the styling –
how you pull it together is your choice.
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Sleek cigarette pants are great
for elongating the leg but difficult to pull off if you have
curvy hips. Petite, tall and apple shapes all look fabulous
in this cut of trousers, full and pear shapes should choose
a wide leg version that is fitted on the hip and tapers out
from the knee - team both with a crisp white shirt in cotton
or chiffon. Topshop have styled theirs with
a cute bowtie, although a much sexier option would be to wear
the shirt unbuttoned to the breast bone, showing off the décolletage
and neck beautifully. Team with some patent stacked heels in
black for an added touch of femininity.
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Not a fan of trousers? Well
skirts will work just as well for this look. Choose either a
tulip shape or use your pencil skirt from last season and build
the look from there. A loose fitting v-neck jumper in cashmere
would look stunning on its own or with a shirt like this one
from Oasis. The over-coat is also another key
element of the trend. Notice the slightly baggy arms, narrow
shoulders and longer length, when looking for similar versions.
There are loads on the high street in grey, black and navy tones,
worn open and loose it’s a refreshing office look and
good for most body shapes, petite shapes, beware of the coat
and skirt length, shorter lengths will always flatter.
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This Tuxedo suit from Debenhams
is a strong sexy look for the party season; again the cigarette
style pants add a sleek edge, but choose fitted wide leg versions
if you are a pear to give you more balance. Tuxedo shaped jackets
are single breasted and especially flattering with the deep
v neck line, wear open with camisole underneath if you have
a full bust and a ruffle front chiffon blouse if you are more
of an Apple as this will disguise your tummy. Finish off with
black patent heels and a beautiful clutch bag.
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