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15th December 2016

Suits you…

Fashion - By Alexandra Stedman

Blazer: £265, Gant. Trousers: £125, Gant. Tee: £85, Bella Freud. Bag: £89, And Other Stories. Watch: £145, Skagen. Photographs: Christopher O’Donnell

I am not one of those people that needs to wear a suit for the office, but if I was, it would definitely be this. Chic pinstripe, a casual drawstring trouser and with a rock t-shirt worn underneath. 

And if in doubt: add trainers.

I kind of feel I missed out not having to wear a suit everyday, it makes you feel pulled together and incredibly chic. By nature my style is a little bit preppy so I didn’t feel 100% out of my comfort zone but it has been a while since I’ve worn anything particularly smart. For me, I’d always have to bring in the casual factor, so the trainers (still the comfiest white ones around) add an element of sportiness and the t-shirt brings the everyday suit into a more ‘out of office’ approach. But I’m also in no doubt that heels would look fab with this, too.

Trainers: £85, Gant

We shot these pictures in Amsterdam a few weeks back, and my look actually matched a lot of the buildings in charcoal or black. There was a LOT of interiors inspo in this city (but more on that later).

The best thing about a suit? The ability to deconstruct it…these trousers would also work with an oversized roll-neck for when the colder weather really (really) kicks in and I would wear the jacket with a t-shirt, jeans and trainers for a more weekender style. A navy blazer is probably one of my most used items in my wardrobe.

Blazer: £265, Gant. Trousers: £125, Gant. Tee: £85, Bella Freud. Bag: And Other Stories (old). Watch: £145, Skagen. Trainers: £85, Gant

All clothes borrowed for this shoot, which was in collaboration with Gant. All images, styling and extra clothes my own.

By Alexandra Stedman

Fashion Editor, Blogger, Realist

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Comments

  1. Louise says

    15th December 2016 at 7:55 am

    Love the new site Alex!

    Reply
  2. penelopecruzzzz says

    15th December 2016 at 1:37 pm

    ooh dear your suit really suit on you .. very stylish …

    Reply
  3. Ally says

    15th December 2016 at 11:58 pm

    Worst outfit ive ever seen on you. Sorry

    Reply
    • Alexandra Stedman says

      17th December 2016 at 11:29 am

      No need to apologise! Everyone has different tastes and good to try new things occasionally! x

      Reply
  4. Sarah says

    16th December 2016 at 6:45 am

    Love this look!

    Reply
    • Alexandra Stedman says

      17th December 2016 at 11:29 am

      Thank you xx

      Reply
  5. Jules says

    16th December 2016 at 9:17 am

    Love the new site and love your style – can I just make one suggestion. When you click on your links it should open in a new window. I often want to add several things that you’ve showcased and the links keep taking me away from your site. I know I could hit the back browser, but just think it’s cleaner that way. Just an idea

    Reply
    • Alexandra Stedman says

      17th December 2016 at 11:29 am

      Oh no that’;s really helpful – thanks! I used to do that on my old one but still learning on the new server -I will definitely change that! x

      Reply
  6. Fran says

    16th December 2016 at 10:56 am

    Loving the new look site Alex, it looks fab and super easy to navigate. The suit looks gorge too!! Xxxx

    Reply
    • Alexandra Stedman says

      17th December 2016 at 11:28 am

      Thanks so much Fran -been a busy week!

      Reply
  7. Latoya | Femme Frugality says

    16th December 2016 at 3:14 pm

    Very cute suit jacket. And hey, you have a new look going on here at the blog too and I like!

    Reply
    • Alexandra Stedman says

      17th December 2016 at 11:28 am

      Yes! All new! Thanks xx

      Reply
  8. Sue Bowling says

    20th December 2016 at 11:53 am

    I think you look cool in this suit, it definately suits you!

    Reply
  9. NBA India says

    31st January 2017 at 10:51 am

    The best corporate look for any working women. I really liked it.

    Reply
  10. IndiaRush says

    22nd June 2017 at 1:46 pm

    Awesome look..

    Reply

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