Disregarding convention, Karen Walker blazers are cut in dark denim, tempting pink velvet, lightweight linens and heavenly crushed satin. Formality is not forgotten with notched collar smarts, essential pockets and double-breasted buttons. Masculine tailoring: firm shoulders and extended in-length hems are juxtaposed by waist-cinching belt ties. Puffed shoulders match fitted and cropped shapes in a nod to la feminine. Gracing the royal shoulders of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, the iconic Karen Walker trench coat is a feat of outerwear elegance. Tailored to perfection and now showerproof, try the trench in a flattering tan. Midweight flannels march with military precision, buttoned-up to Napoleonic collars and generous lapels, cropped at the hip or midi in length. Ever-utilitarian, colourful rainwear is a quintessential meeting of sport and luxe, oft signed by the Runaway Girl insignia. Streetwear denim is never designed to be expected, try sweeping cape sleeves and frayed edges. Bomber jackets take form in loud bourgeois jacquard and lush tweed, to plush astrakhan sheepskin, glossy and textured. Soft silks allow for a relaxed evening-inspired shape; note a corresponding bold print. Playing on ‘70s cool, welcome a faux shearling pilot jacket, dramatic fluffy collar and spot it in the underlay of a textured cord duffle coat.
