Relaxed Tailoring: Your Ultimate Guide to Wearing the Trend in 2024

For anyone who loves the elegant sophistication of a well-cut blazer or tailored trousers, soft tailoring offers an equally elegant alternative to traditional structured silhouettes with a less corporate look and feel.

Characterised by its fluid lines and gentle draping, the trend effortlessly bridges the gap between formal and casual wear. This versatile style embraces comfort without sacrificing refinement, making it a favourite among those seeking timeless yet contemporary looks. From blazers with relaxed shoulders to flowing trousers and softly cinched waistlines, soft tailoring offers effortlessly chic ensembles suitable for any occasion.

Celebrities embrace the trend both on and off the red carpet. (Photo: Getty Images)

Soften suiting

Experiment with different silhouettes to find what suits you best. Oversized blazers, wide-leg trousers, and draped tops or relaxed shirts and blouses are all great options for soft tailoring. This trend lend perfectly toward tonal ensembles as the top top toe effect adds to the fluidity of the outfit.

(Photos Charles & Keith/Hard to Find, The Iconic, Zara)

Straight blazer $139 from Zara

Trousers with double tie belt $75.95 from Zara

Satin shirt $55.95 from Zara

Alva Checkered Push-Lock Chain Bag $109 from Charles & Keith

Seed Heritage ballet flats $149.95 from The Iconic

Stirling silver earrings $69 from Hard to Find

Choose lightweight fabrics

Opt for fabrics like cotton, linen, silk, or blends that offer comfort and lightness. These fabrics enhance the relaxed vibe of soft tailoring while still looking polished. Layering is key to mastering the soft tailoring trend. Try layering lightweight knits under a blazer or adding a loose trench coat over a tailored dress for added dimension and interest.

(Photo Birdsnest/H&M/Hard to Find/The Iconic)

Boho Bird Trench coat $189.95 from Birdsnest

Jersey wrap dress $44.95 from H&M

Shoes Nina Armando $259 at The Iconic

Mescha cuff $96.95 from Hard to Find

Mimco Elements Crossbody Bag $199.95 from The Iconic

Embrace neutral tones

Neutral colours like beige, cream, grey, and soft pastels are perfect for soft tailoring as they exude sophistication and versatility. Accessories can elevate any outfit. Consider adding statement jewellery, a sleek belt, or a structured bag to complete your soft tailoring look without overpowering it.

(Photos Amazon Australia/Hard to Find/Marks & Spencer/NOVO/The Iconic)

Jscend 3/4 sleeved casual jacket $51.01 from Amazon Australia

Satin cropped top $99 from Marks & Spencer

Midaxi circle skirt $109 from Marks & Spencer

Sandler bag $99.95 from The Iconic

Madesimo shoes $74.95 from NOVO

Seed Heritage leather hip belt $49.95 from The Iconic

Eyes on Floyd earrings $43.95 from Hard to Find

Fashion Editor Janine Donovan Fashion Editor

Janine Donovan is one of Australia’s leading fashion editors, having worked across Woman’s Day and Take 5 for over 30 years. Having begun her career on Woman’s Day in the early 90s, where she undertook a cadetship learning the ropes of fashion and beauty for the fast-paced weekly titles. She offers sensible and smart advice for women about what will make them feel great about themselves and is in constant contact with the readers who value her advice on navigating today’s fashion world. Her keen eye for trends and her ability to understand the readers’ needs means she’s a huge part of what makes the magazines’ lifestyle offering successful today. These days she continues to work across print titles such as Woman’s Day, Take 5 and Royals magazine while also contributing her fashion advice on the website, Now To Love.

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