Tired of black? All the most stylish women I know are currently donning outfits in this sophisticated color instead.
If I were to rummage through my wardrobes—yes, I have more than one, and yes, I've been postponing this task because they’re quite disordered—I would likely come across two or three navy items, including indigo denim jeans. Navy just isn't a color I typically wear, and given that my hair often has a lot of red undertones, I feel it can occasionally make my hair appear brassy. Additionally, I find it tends to make some pieces seem somewhat outdated. However, with so many navy options this season, I became enamored with a chunky navy jumper from Jaeger and am committed to making it work for me—even if that means tying my hair back into a ponytail to challenge my hair color theory. To challenge my previous views and understand why everyone seems to base so many sophisticated outfits on navy separates, I set out to find the most stylish navy ensembles. These styles shifted my former perceptions about the color, even prompting me to contemplate a navy coat this season instead of the black one I've been longing for. I'm now a fan of Div’s navy pinstripe outfit paired with a grey knit around the shoulders—navy and grey truly complement each other, just so you know—and I admire Danielle’s effortless look in navy suede trousers paired with a leather jacket and cream heels. Combine that with evening outfits featuring navy (goodbye, LBD) and the revival of the navy slip skirt (I should dig out my Topshop version), and you’ll see seven chic navy looks that might either solidify your fondness for the color or persuade you to like it—believe me!
Seven All-Navy Outfits I'm Emulating This Winter:
1. Navy Coat + Grey Jumper + Indigo Jeans
Style Insights: Still undecided about your winter coat? Div is advocating for the pinstripe style, and I completely agree. This combination adds warmth to a basic outfit, and I’ve become a fan of pairing navy with grey and white—it’s so simple yet so effective.
- **Shop the Look:**
- River Island: Navy Pinstripe Double Breasted Coat (I’d recommend getting one or two sizes larger for a bolder shoulder look.)
- COS: Column Straight-Leg Jeans (It’s clear why these are favored by so many fashion editors, myself included.)
- Khaite: Nevada Leather Ankle Boots (A worthy investment.)
- & Other Stories: Relaxed Knit Jumper (The perfect lightweight layer for coats, blazers, and knits.)
2. Leather Jacket + Navy Suede Trousers + Cream Shoes
Style Insights: Combining leather and suede textures always looks luxurious, which is why Danielle’s outfit changed my perspective on navy. The suede trousers make the color feel fresh this season, and I’m all for dressing up a casual look with sleek heels.
- **Shop the Look:**
- Allsaints: Ryder Funnel Neck Jacket (Here’s a funnel neck version that’s a bit more accessible.)
- Whistles: Blue Suede Western Trousers (Suede pieces are essential right now—yes, even trousers.)
- BOTTEGA VENETA: Campana Intrecciato Leather Shoulder Bag (I can’t stop thinking about this bag.)
- ARRANGE: Arrange Agnes Premium Leather Heeled Mules in Off White (These seem like the perfect pair.)
3. Navy Jumper + Striped Shirt + Grey Trousers
Style Insights: Seeking inspiration for how to style my new navy knit, Annabel nails the shirt-around-the-waist trick, convincing me. This approach makes a striped shirt appropriate beyond summer and is a clever styling hack to remember.
- **Shop the Look:**
- Reformation: Cove Cashmere Oversized Crew (You can’t beat Reformation’s cashmere.)
- MANGO: Pleated Wide Leg Trousers (These seem like an ideal fit.)
- With Nothing Underneath: The Classic: Fine Poplin, Royal Blue Stripe (Proving that a striped shirt is versatile for all seasons.)
- SAINT LAURENT EYEWEAR: Cat-Eye Acetate Sunglasses (I’m all for sunglasses with winter outfits.)
4. Navy Pinstripe Skirt Suit + Clutch + Slingbacks
Style Insights: Forget the LBD; for party season, I’ll be following Caroline’s lead with a navy power co-ord. Featuring a cinched waist blazer and split maxi skirt in navy pinstripe, this look is perfect for more than just the boardroom.
- **Shop the Look:**
- MESHKI: Bellamy Cinched Blazer Navy Pinstripe (That cinched waist detail is stunning.)
- MESHKI: Cassie Column Maxi Skirt Navy Pinstripe (Yes, I’m getting this set.)
- SAINT LAURENT: Jeanne Embellished Glossed-Leather Slingback Pumps (These are
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