Tailored suits are one of the latest trends this year. Blazers, cigarette pants, and vests are just everywhere: in magazines, shops, commercials. Some attention, though, is mandatory if you want to achieve an impeccable outcome adding a sophisticated yet sensual touch to a formal look.
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One of the first things to consider when it comes to tailored suits – and, in general, garments that are kind of masculine – is proportion, as this is the key to looking polished and put together. There is a fine line between a formal blazer that’s just perfect for your figure and an extremely oversized one. This can be just the latest trend, sure, but it won’t make you look classy nor elegant – let alone attractive.
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Therefore, keep in mind that extreme styles should always be avoided and that any excess in the upper part should always be balanced with a minimal choice in the lower part (and vice versa).
Here are some tips to achieve a faultless result:
- Dad-style blazers, which now are totally fashionable, are not the best option if you want to look thinner. Plus, if they are not properly paired, they can give you a dowdy appearance. If you can’t help buying one, always pair it with pants that are quite close-fitting (though, avoid trousers that are excessively tight, as such an ensemble is just the opposite of proportional).
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- Similarly, if you opt for formal pants that are quite loose (as palazzo pants), always pair them with something minimal for your upper body. A short blazer or a tight-fitting shirt, for instance, will guarantee a tasteful and flattering outcome.
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- Belted blazers are a perfect balance between looking formal and feminine. Plus, they usually look good on most figures.
- The same goes for belted dresses. These pieces are chameleonic, you can wear them for a business meeting with a pair of medium-heeled classic pumps, then just remove your pumps and add a pair of strappy sandals, and you’re ready for a happy hour in some fancy place.
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- Boucle blazers and suits (as in the image below) are cute and always stylish; therefore, they are a perfect option if you want to look polished and sensual at the same time.
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- Unusual colors can add a dash of femininity to ultra-classical styles. Though, it is mandatory to keep it to your colors. When in doubt, opt for hues that are neutrals while remaining intense.
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- Cigarette pants always play a perfect balance between looking formal and stylish. If you properly hem them at the ankle, you can pair them with any shoe style, and they will look good no matter your body type.
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With garments of this style, any excess is quite tricky, so keep it to a minimum when it comes to fancy prints and patterns. Checkered patterns usually guarantee a lovely result, but the same can’t be said when it comes to animal prints or fluo hues. To achieve a polished yet feminine outcome, you can opt for (reasonably) plunging necklines, lacy tops, a sheer blouse. Also, a pair of stilettos can change a boring and ultra-classic garment into a super-sexy one.
And to take advantage of this style also when the temperature rises, you can opt for suit shorts: in the next post, we will see some hints to pick out the most flattering and stylish ones.
