Denim shirt + wide leg jeans + gilet
This is suitable for an autumn season
Denim on denim has a bit of a reputation for being a bold choice and it can feel like a lot, so if your’e not 100% sure about wearing it, this is a good way to ease into it.
But using the denim shirt as a layering piece rather than the hero of the outfit completely changes things. Worn open over a wide leg jean, it stops being a statement and starts being a really useful layer, adding texture and interest without demanding too much attention.
The colourful gilet is what makes it work. It breaks up the denim, adds warmth, and gives the outfit a relaxed outdoorsy casual feel.
Finish with a trainer, a roomy tote, and a fun bracelet, the kind of outfit that looks thrown together but really isn't.
All of these items are available to shop in the Autumn Curated Wardrobe
Body shape adaptations:
Hourglass — Wear the denim shirt loosely tucked into the jeans to hint at your waist before adding the gilet. The wide leg jean is a great shape for you. Play with a bolder coloured gilet to add some personality.
Triangle — The gilet adds volume and visual interest to your top half which works brilliantly for you. Keep the jeans and trainers in more neutral tones to let the top half do the talking.
Circle — The gilet worn open over the closed shirt creates a long clean line. A small front tuck of the shirt adds a little definition without adding bulk. Keep the whole outfit in tonal, earthy shades for a really cohesive feel.
Rectangle — The closed shirt tucked loosely into the jeans hints at a waist, and the gilet on top adds structure and shape. Have fun with a brighter trainer or bolder bag to add some interest to the lower half.
Inverted Triangle — The wide leg jean adds volume at the bottom to balance broader shoulders. Go for a more neutral or muted gilet to keep the focus on your lower half, and have fun with a brighter trainer or statement bag down below.
Remember these are just suggestions for 'balancing' your body shape — take what works for you and skip what doesn't.
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