Trend: Tailored Clothing Look

Crisp, tailored clothing haunt the streets in one of this season’s most successful looks. From clean white to crisp khaki, these highly trimmed-down, slimmed-down looks are exactly what you need to make a statement.

A smart look was achieved by a virtual army of designers this season, so if you’re looking for a way to look smart, tailored clothing is most certainly your best bet. From Margiela to Ervell, we’re seeing a very neat, clean-cut look on the runways—and on the streets, too. What Savile Row preached for years is now embraced by every major house.

What’s In from Head to Toe

Jackets and shirts
Jackets are slim, with a smooth silhouette. Details are generally kept to a minimum and fabrics are smooth, not bulky or distracting.

These jackets look gentlemanly with smaller lapels and minimized pocket details, and so is what you wear underneath. Smooth, slim sweaters and uncomplicated dress shirts tell us that less is still much more.

Trousers and shoes
Slim, flat-front trousers with slightly pegged legs parade on the scene, and when paired with simple oxfords, they’re a knockout. Slacks are cut closer to the body to lend a leaner silhouette. This season, shoes which best complement tailored looks are simple—patent leather lace-ups and polished boots rule the scene.

Outdoors accessories
For outdoor layering, long single and double-breasted trench styled coats are popping up in traditional neutrals to match with all your winter looks. Even your casual jackets will look a tad bit smaller and a whole lot smarter with extra style lines and fewer zips and pockets.

On the Runways

Who said that tailored clothing is old fashioned? Jil Sander designs for the season are creatively conceived basics with a flair. Minimalistic designs gave off a far more tailored feel, including single-breasted jackets with only one visible button and a slightly shrunken appeal. Jackets’ ever-so-slightly shrunken shapes are complemented with exquisitely tailored lapels and tiny satin touches.

Patrik Ervell is another such designer taking tailored shapes to a new level. Not only casual pieces have a tailored look, but his slim black suit is perfect for staying trendy even when we’re dressed to impress. With a very slimmed-down lapel and slender shape, you’ll reach a new level of tailored trendsetting.

For tailored trousers with some extra interest, the Calvin Klein collection has a perfect solution this season. From tweed to pearly finished, all have a slim flat-front shape perfect for pairing with a crisp dress shirt.

Try the Look

• Try to stick to neutral basics when wearing tailored styles. It will complement your pared-down aesthetic and accentuate minimalistic lines.

• Wear the tailored trend from any designer with carefully selected accessories. It’s hard to pull off a truly tailored look with a pair of casual trainers, so wear simple oxfords and loafers.

• Try understated accessories like a simple watch and classic hat to complement your tailored style.