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A curated roundup of the best new fashion arrivals, hand-picked by our editors
Whether you’re returning to the office post-vacation with a fresh approach to workwear, or about to start a new job and meticulously planning your first-day look, you cannot go wrong with a smart blazer. Tailored to perfection and instantly inspiring confidence, the right blazer adds refinement to any outfit. Pair with matching pants, a crisp pair of off-white jeans, or layer over a silk maxi dress for a sensuous balance of fluidity and structure. Jacquemus’ grosgrain-trimmed blazer is one such piece that promises you will look and feel put-together and fabulous. Maya Gunavardhana, NET-A-PORTER’s fashion assistant, describes it as the perfect layering piece for a modern and directional wardrobe.
“Jacquemus is one of my first stops when I’m looking for a piece that is exceptionally tailored, but still has a fresh, contemporary look,” says Gunavardhana. “The label’s brown pinstripe blazer is the ideal transitional piece to see you into the cooler months ahead. It gently brings together the soft tones of summer and fall and will be a treasured investment piece for many seasons and years to come. Having a zip in place of traditional buttons adds an unexpected detail, really making it stand out as a statement piece. The flattering silhouette and neutral palette leaves it open to styling options; I would pair it with a contrasting pop of color – such as this blue tunic by The Row – and complementary neutral-hued jeans; Khaite’s relaxed cream-colored pair are perfect. This look offers a classic, timeless style that I would wear to the office and then for drinks afterwards by switching chic loafers by The Row for sleek mules by Manolo Blahnik.”
For those all-important accessories, Saint Laurent’s ‘Manhattan’ shoulder bag will match the mood of your sophisticated nine-to-five looks as much as it elevates a simple pair of jeans and an oversized white shirt. While the boxy shape means business, the elegant gold hardware and medium size means you can tuck in the strap and wear it as a clutch for after-work events, too. When going ‘out-out’, look to Alaïa’s iconic ‘Coeur’ shoulder bag. The heart-shaped design is a guaranteed conversation-starter, and the smooth black-leather finish complements everything from glamorous gowns to fun cocktail dresses.
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