WHAT TO WEAR THIS WEEKEND
THE NEW SMART CASUAL
Denim — the most enduring of fabrics and trends — is the ultimate wardrobe staple. A good pair of jeans is the foundation for a huge range of outfits. And these days, they’re just as important when dressing up. Yes, smart jeans are no longer an oxymoron — as long as they’re beautifully tailored.
DESIGNER DENIM
Post-PAnDemic, even the most unlikely brands have been turning their attention to sharp denim. Last year saw erdem, known for his floaty feminine florals, team up with Universal standard to create a denim range that included a gorgeous boiler suit, frayed-edge skirt and straight-leg jeans.
At Hermes, creative director nadege Vanhee-cybulski went for blanket coats, co-ords and dresses all in dark tailored denim. maria Grazia chiuri at Dior also got in on the action, sending elegant frontpleat jeans down the catwalk.
GO WIDE, NEVER SAGGY
some simple rules: don’t go anywhere near skinny jeans — their time is up. You don’t want anything ripped (the 1990s are back and with them ripped denim — fine only for teens who don’t remember the last time around), loose or low-slung. A structured wide-leg is what you’re after, ideally with a high waist. You want to feel comfortable but secure, cool but grown-up.
MADE FOR BLAZERS
WHen it comes to colour, anything goes as long as it’s blue. For the adventurous, try a stonewash, such as the Gap design i’m wearing here. or you can’t go wrong with a deep indigo like the outnet pair below. oh, and a blazer will finish the look perfectly.