In cooler climes, the body suit is a life saver for stylish winter dressing. As an alternative to piling on the bras and chunky thermals, it is the sleekest of options when trying to dress for the big freeze.
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Here are three looks to get you inspired:
CASUAL
CUSHNIE ET OCHS – This lace-up off-the-shoulder ribbed-knit bodysuit combines two of our favourite trends for this season – lace-up detailing and off-the-shoulder silhouettes.
STELLA MCCARTNEY -Cut in the silhouette of the season, this high-rise pair has a cropped wide-leg, highlighted by contrasting indigo cuffs.
ASHISH – Striking embellished crepe bomber jacket in royal-blue and pearlescent white sequins – each applied by hand.
SAINT LAURENT – Cult ‘Court Classic’ trainers in blue denim for the new season. The sleek, low-top pair is embellished with the label’s signature white leather star appliqués.
WORK
EMILIA WICKSTEAD – The ‘Charlie’ honeycomb-knit wool turtleneck bodysuit drew inspiration from the abstract work of ’40s and ’50s photographer Erwin Blumenfeld for her fall ’16 runway.
ROLAND MOURET – The sky-blue, classic cut ‘Arreton’ pencil skirt is elegant and flattering. Made from wool-crepe, it’s versatile for work or evening too.
TEMPERLEY LONDON – Inspired by “Spanish folklore,” this woven silk and satin weightless scarf is printed with anchors and crimson-hued blooms.
SJP BY SARAH JESSICA PARKER – Pretty ‘Lucille’ bow-embellished satin pumps are crafted from lustrous grey satin and finished with a playful bow at the back.
EVENING
ALIX – The ‘Haven’ corded stretch-lace bodysuit is beautifully designed with corded lace and a figure-hugging finish. The collar and scalloped bell cuffs give it a beautiful finishing touch.
MAGGIE MARILYN – ‘Dreamer’ elegant silk crepe de chine flared trousers are eye-catching with the fluted kick-flare hem.
SOPHIA WEBSTER – ‘Kendra’ ankle boots compliment this simple black outfit. They’re cut from blue and black suede and leather intricately worked to look like jacquard and finished with a heel encrusted with colourful crystals and resin beads.
VALENTINO – The pre-fall ’16 collection features patterns inspired by Mount Fuji and erupting Japanese volcanoes. This ‘B-Rockstud’ bag is crafted from red textured-leather with yellow, navy and white artwork.
