How to wear Neutrals
Transitioning out of one season and into the next can make getting dressed a challenge. We’re trying to look stylish, stay warm and feel comfortable, all while expressing who we are. If that sounds familiar, now is a great opportunity to take stock of your wardrobe and consider how you can style neutrals in a fresh and exciting way.
Whether it’s a trench coat, printed blouse or dark denim jeans, neutral tones naturally mix and match to create a variety of layered and pared-down outfits. Get creative with the season’s rich textures – silk, knit, cord, denim and even print – to create visual interest and depth, or try adding a dash of colour. Embrace the simplicity and elegance of neutrals in your wardrobe, but don’t forget to have fun experimenting with different styling techniques to create a look that is uniquely yours.
Milano Double Breasted Jacket, Merino Rib Detail V Neck Knit, Milano Pull On Pant
Eliminate colour from the equation to draw attention to silhouette.
The beauty of monochrome dressing is that it simplifies your decision-making process, pulling focus instead to the beautiful shape or fine detail of a garment. Crafted from a midweight black knit fabric, our Milano Jacket and matching pant offer a modern spin on suiting that feels easy like loungewear yet utterly polished. The blazer’s relaxed fit and smooth drape balances the clean line of the pant, which we paired with a fine merino knit and (seasonally appropriate) peek of skin to break up the black.
Merino V Neck Cardigan, Silk Paisley Double Cuff Detail Shirt, Cotton Tailored Wide Leg Pant
Add a neutral-based print to highlight your desired area
of focus.
Not only do patterned pieces add warmth and personality to your wardrobe, but they can loosely be categorised as a textured element. When choosing a print, reach for shades of soft brown, blue and burgundy to complement the season and add dimension to your outfit. In the colder months, it’s important to consider the fabric weight and layer appropriately: our honey-hued silk paisley shirt pairs beautifully with a merino wool cardigan for warmth, the delicate layers grounded by a crisp twill trouser.
Sky blue is flattering, fresh without going too bold, and a friend to navy, black, cream and olive
Begin with a base of true neutrals, then layer in modern accent tones.
A key colour in our new collection, sky blue is universally flattering, fresh without going too bold, and a great friend to navy, black, cream and even olive. Our model Heather’s gentlewomanly look relies on clean colourblocking and gentle variations in texture, this merino-cashmere knit slouching elegantly atop the draped pant. Signing off with just the suggestion of a collar, rather than a crew-neck T-shirt, creates the perfect tailored finish.
Cotton Longline Trench Coat, Wool Blend Rib Detail Knit, Cord Boyfriend Pant
Embrace unexpected textures in your most trusted shapes and colours.
When introducing a new and exciting texture into your closet, you can shore up its versatility by investing in the silhouettes and palette that you know suit you. Case in point: Heather is wearing our new corduroy five-pocket pant, made from ultra-fine stretch cord and inspired by our best-selling boyfriend jean fit. Integrate new-season textures with your go-to pieces, like a trench coat or rib knit. If you crave a pop of colour, consider a soft blue or rich brown. As you become more comfortable with mixing textures, you can experiment with still more interesting combinations.
Cotton Silk Stripe Relaxed Shirt, Crew Neck Stitch Knit, Denim Wide Leg Pant
Relaxed layers bring modern energy to an otherwise classic ensemble.
By our standards, stripes have long been considered a neutral; the classic pattern is a mainstay in our collections. And the striped shirt is by far the most versatile, with undeniable appeal that transcends trends and seasons. Our new relaxed iteration is made from luxurious cotton-silk, the graphic black stripe best worn, untucked, over indigo trouser jeans for an air of polished nonchalance. This mix of crisp and casual elements feel ‘undone’ with the utmost intention.
