Oct 2, 2015

10 stylish suits and matching separates

Channelling Chanel

You can’t go wrong with a tweed skirt suit—Chanel made it a classic for a reason. For a girly look, wear it buttoned all the way up with patent black flats. Jacket, $70, and skirt, $40, hm.com/ca.

Release the hounds

Part suit, part matching set, this houndstooth outfit takes the structure of a pencil skirt and pairs it with the ease of a bomber jacket—still polished and stylish, but definitely more modern. Bomber jacket, $123, and houndstooth skirt, $90, asos.com.

Red, red wine

Burgundy, marsala, wine—the colour of fall is definitely a purple-y shade of red. This suit is simple, streamlined and right on trend because of its gorgeous hue. Blazer, $134, and jacket, $72, topshop.com.

Knit together

Our favourite modern suit iteration? The knit suit! This look is tailored enough that you can get away with wearing it to work but comfortable enough that you’ll want to wear it all weekend, too. For added polish, belt it and pair with heels. Jacket, $90, and pants, $70, zara.com.

Sweat it out

Matching sets aren’t just for the office. This sweat set is undoubtedly casual—but it’s also the easiest way to update your off-duty look. Wear it with sneakers for weekend brunch, or layer it over a button down with cute flats for dinner with friends. Sweat set, $145, freepeople.com.

Canadian tuxedo

Denim on denim is the most casual way to embrace the matchy-matchy look. For a modern take on the Canadian tuxedo, try a flared dark-wash jean with a light chambray shirt. Chambray shirt, $88, and flare jeans, $158, anthropologie.com.

Print master

Bored of black and over monochrome? You’ll want to invest in a printed suit. This classic black-and-white plaid pick is statement-making without being over the top. Jacket, $110, and trousers, $60, mango.com.

In the navy

You’ll be surprised at how versatile this simple navy suit is. It will replace your basic black go-to and will pair with everything from silk blouses to chambray shirts with ease. Campbell wool blazer, $360, and Campbell wool trousers, $238, jcrew.com.

Shades of grey

Your suit doesn’t always have to match perfectly—but make sure the difference is noticeable enough that it doesn’t look like you accidentally grabbed the wrong jacket. This grey-flecked suit from Loft has a consistent pattern with slightly different shades of grey, making it a great alternative to your basic suit. Jacket, $128, and pants, $80, loft.com.

Be bold

If you’re looking for something new, pick a suit in a bold colour. This cobalt has been on trend for several seasons. The simple silhouette ensures the colour remains the centre of attention. Wear it with a crisp white button-down for work and a slinky black camisole for play. Jacket, $240, and pants, $110, bananarepublic.ca.

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Channelling Chanel

Release the hounds

Red, red wine

Knit together

Sweat it out

Canadian tuxedo

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Print master

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