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My Goal This Season is to Look Smart, Elegant and Incredibly Chic-This Simple Outfit Trend Will Help Me Get There

Published 3 weeks ago5 minute read

Every season, the runway shows bring a handful of It pieces to the fore and determine the trends that will dominate the months ahead. This spring, nestled in among the bold colours, frothy skirting and exuberant handbags were suits. And they were sharp in every way. Saint Laurent presented an '80s-inspired capsule of refined tailoring and the likes of Dries Van Noten and Stella McCartney followed suit (excuse the pun!) with tailored top halves combined with silk trousers for an unexpected air of nonchalance.

Nl Marilyn wears a suit

The news of suits on the runway this season was well received by many, particularly people needing to adhere to a formal dress code (where the common consensus is that it can be lackluster), but even to the most casual and stylish of dresses. In 2025, suits flirt with elegance and transcend just a blazer and trouser combo, instead encompassing everything from soft summer tailoring and silken two-pieces to directional pairings that feel fresher than ever.

Loicka Grace wears a suit

One of SS25's heroes lauded by the fashion set is a structured design complete with a nipped-in silhouette (like Wardrobe NYC's sell-out Twill Blazer dress, for example), where the rigidity paired with shapely element equals the ultimate power suit. Other styles gaining popularity are extremely relaxed vintage iterations, and even skirt suits, which see a pencil skirt paired with a matching blazer, cropped or not.

Sylvie Mus wears a skirt suit

If, like me and the rest of the fashion crowd, spring 2025 is the season you invest in a great two-piece then look no further than my edit of the best suits available now that work for all and every occasion this season, from weddings and work to weekend plans.

Oversized Wool Blazer

Arket

Oversized Wool Blazer

Arket blazers are highly rated among fashion editors.

High-Waist Tailored Trousers

Arket

High-Waist Tailored Trousers

The full set feels inherently '80s which feels like a direct reference to the SS25 catwalk.

Wool Blend Pinstripe Cropped Blazer

Autograph

Wool Blend Pinstripe Cropped Blazer

I love this cropped silhouette.

Wool Blend Pinstripe Tapered Trousers

Autograph

Wool Blend Pinstripe Tapered Trousers

These look great with a cashmere knit, too.

Resolute Everyday Double-Breasted Silk Twill-Trimmed Wool-Crepe Blazer

BLAZÉ MILANO

Resolute Everyday Double-Breasted Silk Twill-Trimmed Wool-Crepe Blazer

Resolute Banker Pleated Wool-Crepe Straight-Leg Pants

BLAZÉ MILANO

Resolute Banker Pleated Wool-Crepe Straight-Leg Pants

I'd also pair these with sandals and a crisp white shirt.

Avenue Wool Blazer

A Day's March

Avenue Wool Blazer

Peek this languid shape with an extended fit. It'll work particularly well for taller women.

Sagal Wool Trousers

A Day's March

Sagal Wool Trousers

Comprising 100% wool and a classic high waist silhouette.

Serena Bute London Inside Out Trouser - Black for Women Ladies

SERENA BUTE

Inside Out Trouser

Look no further than Serena Bute's expert tailoring for investment pieces that will last a lifetime.

Serena Bute London Wool Pleated Trouser - Dark Grey for Women Ladies

SERENA BUTE

Wool Pleated Trouser

These trousers will work hard for you all year round.

Bondi Blazer

Look how chic this blazer looks with jeans!

Mason Pant

But is also pairs perfectly with the trousers of coursre.

Vivienne Mocha Tailored Blazer

KITRI

Vivienne Mocha Tailored Blazer

If you prefer cinched in silhouettes, opt for styles like the above.

Helena Mocha Low Rise Tailored Trousers

KITRI

Helena Mocha Low Rise Tailored Trousers

The easiest way to venture into low slung styles is with a blazer atop.

Gelso Oversized Tencel Lyocell-Blend Blazer

THE FRANKIE SHOP

Gelso Oversized Tencel Lyocell-Blend Blazer

Gelso Pleated Tencel-Blend Straight-Leg Pants

THE FRANKIE SHOP

Gelso Pleated Tencel-Blend Straight-Leg Pants

A lot of the Who What Wear team has tried these and can vouch for their fit and quality.

Satin-Lapel Wrap Blazer Black

Toteme

Satin-Lapel Wrap Blazer Black

Pleated Straight Trousers Black

Toteme - INT

Pleated Straight Trousers Black

This styling proves how hard a two-piece can work in your wardrobe all year round.

Chocolate Brown Double Breasted Relaxed Blazer

Nobodys Child

Double Breasted Relaxed Blazer

Chocolate brown is a colour trend that is sticking around.

Chocolate Brown Double Pleated Trousers

Nobodys Child

Double Pleated Trousers

Add the matching waistcoat for an even more put-together look.

Marianne Cotton-Twill Jacquard Vest

DESTREE

Marianne Cotton-Twill Jacquard Vest

The tonal check and concealed buttons loan this style a premium touch.

Ines Checko Checked Cotton-Jacquard Midi Skirt

DESTREE

Ines Checko Checked Cotton-Jacquard Midi Skirt

Destree are reimagining suits for lovers of dress and skirts.

Aspen Linen Top

Reformation

Aspen Linen Top

There's fun to be had with saturated colourways.

Veranda Linen Skirt

Reformation

Veranda Linen Skirt

This '90s style mini can be worn in and outside of a work environment.

Pinstriped Suit Waistcoat - Women | Mango United Kingdom

MANGO

Pinstriped Suit Waistcoat

A skirt suit looks so stylish when you swap the blazer for a waistcoat like the above.

MANGO, Pinstripe Suit Skirt

MANGO

Pinstripe Suit Skirt

For days when you don't fancy the set, wear this with a poplin shirt and heeled mules.

Prince of Wales Checked Wool Midi Skirt

WARDROBE.NYC

Prince of Wales Checked Wool Midi Skirt

Paneled Prince of Wales Checked Wool and Satin-Twill Vest

WARDROBE.NYC

Paneled Prince of Wales Checked Wool and Satin-Twill Vest

WARDROBE.NYC always delivers when it comes to timeless yet trendy pieces.

Suede Cinched Blazer | Light Khaki

Róhe

Suede Cinched Blazer

To really cement your stylish status, opt for a suede suit this season.

roheframes, voluminous a-line suede skirt

roheframes

voluminous a-line suede skirt

Isn't the skirt just gorgeous?

Tracy Linen Blazer

Baukjen

Tracy Linen Blazer

This is one to bookmark for spring and summer, for this year and next.

Henrietta Linen Trousers

Baukjen

Henrietta Linen Trousers

I just know these would be so comfy.

Oversized Linen-Blend Blazer

H&M

Oversized Linen-Blend Blazer

Wide Linen-Blend Trousers

H&M

Wide Linen-Blend Trousers

You could pair the blazer with any linen trousers of choice, but mine would be this drawstring pair.

Black Lindsey Linen Blend Blazer

Whistles

Black Lindsey Linen Blend Blazer

I always turn to Whistles for standout pieces.

Black Lindsey Linen Blend Trouser

Whistles

Black Lindsey Linen Blend Trouser

I'll be copying this entire outfit next week!

Linen-Blend Blazer

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI

Linen-Blend Blazer

What a colour! This would also make for a great wedding guest outfit.

Pleated Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pants

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI

Pleated Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pants

James Linen Blazer

Reformation

James Linen Blazer

Reformation might be know for its dresses, but don't sleep on it's tailoring.

Petites Alex Linen Mid Rise Pant

Reformation

Petites Alex Linen Mid Rise Pant

Available in petite, regular or tall.

The Best Short and Capri Suits:

Cotton-Linen Blazer

Arket

Cotton-Linen Blazer

A spring-time blazer comprising cotton and linen will keep you cool when the weather gets warmer.

Knee-Length Shorts

Mark my words, capri pant suits will be everywhere this year.

Short Wool Blazer

You'll also be seeing a surge of cropped blazers this season.

Wool-Blend Capri Trousers

COS

Wool-Blend Capri Trousers

This suit is made even better with the addition of capris.

Everynight Double-Breasted Pinstriped Wool and Cashmere-Blend Blazer

BLAZÉ MILANO

Everynight Double-Breasted Pinstriped Wool and Cashmere-Blend Blazer

The pinstripe motif is timeless.

Ferien Pleated Pinstriped Wool and Cashmere-Blend Shorts

BLAZÉ MILANO

Ferien Pleated Pinstriped Wool and Cashmere-Blend Shorts

Add shorts to your suit look to refresh your workwear arsenal.

Single-Pleat Tailored Shorts in Cream

Reiss

Single-Pleat Tailored Shorts in Cream

This is a fun choice for a bride-to-be.

Single-Breasted Peak-Lapel Tailored Blazer in Cream

Reiss

Single-Breasted Peak-Lapel Tailored Blazer in Cream

You can also style this blazer over a slip dress.

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