These Are The Best Wardrobe Staples For Smart Casual Looks
These basics will help you build a multitude of smart casual looks: blazer, turtleneck, jeans, bodysuit, shorts, sandals, sneakers and pumps.
Classic bodysuits look great when paired with denim shorts, formal pants or distressed jeans. For a sexy spin, pick one with cut-outs to highlight your curves.
Image: Cotton bodysuit, $1,850, and metal necklace, Celine. Wool blazer, wool pants, and silk pocket square, Max Mara Tailleur Sartoriale. Bee 100 suede pumps, Jimmy Choo. RV suede bucket bag, $3,910, Roger Vivier. Acetate sunglasses, Burberry
They’re easy to wear with everything from a short suit to a sun dress. Opt for a bold, chunky silhouette that’s so on trend now.
Image: Cotton bodysuit, $1,850, and metal necklace, Celine. Cotton fringed skirt, Tory Burch. Moage Mo suede sneakers, Onitsuka Tiger. Bag, $3,910, Roger Vivier
Nab a pair with some bling or unique detailing to elevate it. And always make sure you have a nice pedicure!
Image: Wool blazer, $4,450, cotton shirt, wool shorts, $1,450, and metal necklace, Celine. Spade Flower bag, Kate Spade New York. Viv’Ranger leather sandals, $2,500, Roger Vivier
The perennial classic looks current again with a slouchy fit – a great way to contrast against skinny jeans or a boxy blazer.
It’s still a great investment piece that you can wear with anything, from pants to a skirt or dress. Choose one in an oversized fit to keep things fresh, and don’t forget to alter the sleeves so that they are of the right length.
Image: Wool blazer, $4,450, Celine. Wool turtleneck and denim jeans, Michael Michael Kors. Bee 100 suede pumps, Jimmy Choo
A straight-leg cut helps to balance out your hips and thighs. To keep it interesting, pick a pair with distressed detailing – but don’t overdo it if you want to be taken seriously.
Image: Wool blazer, Max Mara Tailleur Sartoriale. Cotton top, Kenzo. Metal necklace, Celine. Denim jeans, Michael Michael Kors. Viv’Ranger leather sandals, $2,500, Roger Vivier
PHOTOGRAPHY Phyllicia Wang
STYLING Debby Kwong
HAIR Aung Apichai, using Kevin. Murphy
MAKEUP Nikki Fu, using Shiseido
MODEL Quyhn Anh/ Basic Models
Text: HerWorld