Walking past Reiss London today, it was oddly, the boring beiges that stopped me. The trousers were tailored and beefy, and the major ribbing on the bottom of the sweater brought excitement to the neutrality. A regular trouser looks new right now, and more exclusive when it’s exaggerated. The other message this look says is settled, serious, chic. Add jolts to this neutral, patrician persona, with something trendy, bold nail color, or clunky shoes. As the days get chillier, the cozy-quiet of neutrals look smart. Add to it an interesting silhouette or fabric, and it’s striking.
Reiss Batwing Jumper . Reiss Wide-Leg Trousers . J Crew Lucie Suede Pumps . Lizzie Fortunato Gazelle Earrings . Tom Ford Limited Edition Lacquer . Nars Velvet Lip Pencil in Cruella .
COS Cotton Twill Trousers . COS Speckled Cardigan . Vans Gum Old Skool . J Crew Academy Loafers . Avec Les Filles Audra Platforms . Essie Dressed to the Nineties Polish . Bare Minerals Marvelous Moxie Minis .
Rag & Bone Tailored Pants . Maje Velvet Sweatshirt . J Crew Tweed Mules . Ted Baker Silk Scarf . MAC Liptensity in Marsala . Essie Polish in Playing Koi .