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Yes it’s the return of the short suit! Guaranteed to have you fashion ready for any weather, the short suit really does prove that less is more. Keeping you covered yet revealing just a little, the great thing about the short suit is that it’s unexpected. Still chic in its own right, the short suit offers a less formal alternative to pants and carries much more of an impact than the traditional pencil skirt suit. What’s more is that the short suit can work for every body type and can be a more comfortable version of the traditional suit, who wouldn’t want to look stylish and feel more comfortable! For Summer 2019 it’s all about the fit, a great oversized blazer and tailored shorts are the way to go. Still not convinced this should be your go-to outfit for Spring and Summer? Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered! Here’s how to style a short suit for every occasion, no matter whether you’re heading off to brunch with the girls or heading to the office.
The Office Appropriate Look
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Of course, whether or not you can pull off a short suit at the office largely depends on your work place. It might not be ideal for a super serious meeting with the board of directors but for an average day when you need to look smart, stay cool and have the option to get a little creative with your workwear, the short suit is the perfect answer! There’s definitely an 80’s throw back vibe to this look but for work, you’ll want to tone this down and just give a subtle nod towards the decade instead of going all out with the trend. You don’t have to avoid shoulder pads altogether, but do keep them fitted and not too over the top. You can pull off multiple lengths of blazer in the work place, from super long length that finishes around the thighs to a shorter length finishing at the hip. Do avoid a cropped blazer for work, they give off too much of a relaxed vibe and can make the short suit look dated. We’re a big fan of rushed sleeves on a blazer jacket but keep those styles for off duty and opt for a straight two-piece sleeve or fitted one piece sleeve to keep you looking professional. Of course, you’re going to want to stick to the office color palette too, blacks, greys and navys are all smart choices for work and a simple white camisole or blouse underneath will have you looking like a girl boss in seconds. When it comes to the shorts style for the office, the more tailored the better and please nothing above knee length! Finish off your look with some block heel court shoes and you’re ready for a productive day in an on trend suit style.
Brunch Date Chic
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It’s time for brunch with the girls and you’re heading to your favorite spot for food, cocktails and a good catch up with your BFFs. You obviously want to make a stylish entrance but unlike for work, you can afford to be more daring in this look. A vibrant color that works with your skin tone is the easiest way to make the short suit work for brunch, try coral for pale skins and sunshine orange for darker skins if you’re feeling brave! You have more freedom over the short styles here too as loose fit tailored pairs look just as slick as tighter ones and you can definitely go for a thigh high cut for brunch – do run very far away from super short shorts though, keep those for the club please! Complete your look with a printed top or scarf in a contrasting color and you’re go to sandals and you’ll certainly get your girlfriends’ attention for all the right reasons at brunch.
Date Night Glamour
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Yes the short suit can even work for date night! It’s really simple to add some sexiness to your short suit for date night, no matter if it’s date number one, three or five hundred! Luscious red is a great color for date night and every fashionista has a sexy red dress to hand for when the occasion calls so why not have a sultry red short suit too to mix it up! Low cuts to show off a little skin look flawless, just be sure that the blazer fits like a glove if you plan on wearing it without a top underneath, we don’t want any wardrobe mishaps on date night – in fact we don’t want them ever! You can go super short with the shorts too or opt for a cropped jacket but don’t do both, it’s all about balance and proportion. Rushed sleeves look great for this occasion and go as high as you like with your heels or as low as ballet flats, they’ll both make your legs look phenomenal and sure to catch your amour’s eye! You don’t need much in terms of jewelry since the short suit commands attention but a delicate necklace or statement stud earrings can be a sleek addition if you’re a jewelry addict. Finish off this look with a small shoulder bag or clutch and you’ve got your new go-to outfit for any date night!
