Zara’s recent SS13 collection features tailored blazers, the most popularized masculine piece for a feminine wardrobe. Tartan suits pack a punch stating smart meets sassy. Meanwhile a black blazer can add simple slick to any outfit.
Textures and materials originally associated with menswear have seeped into our wardrobes. The rise of leather is proof. No longer constrained to motorcycle jackets, the material toughens up any feminine garment; leather skater skirt? Don’t mess with her.
We’ve also shown the men how to rock serious shoes. Once associated with the menswear department, loafers and brogues now sport chunky heels and fantastic colour. Comfort and practicality meets fun and stylish; step aside boys, we’ll show you how it’s done.
Accessories listed as ‘unisex’ have soared in popularity. Masculine styles of watch especially. Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs led the way last year with large, heavy pieces. The days of the dainty are over; chunky and solid are in favour for 2013.
Street style loves masculine styled womenswear, it’s easy to achieve and thoroughly effective. Cigarette trousers paired with a fitted blazer creates a powerful silhouette, pop on some statement stilettos and you’re ready to face anything. If casual is more appealing, a simple flannel shirt with an oversized cable knit jumper and satchel should achieve the desired look. Be careful to avoid hipster connotations. But the crisp white shirt, a little oversized, half tucked in, half unbuttoned, has to be the iconic piece of a masculine wardrobe. What’s not to love in a world where girls can not only wear the skirts, but the trousers too.
First published by Spark* Newspaper: http://sparknewspaper.co.uk/fashion-beauty/masculine-womenswear/
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