Power suits or clothing, a blast from the 80’s with a 40’s twist are back with an avengance. Americas Shopping The Trend report “While suits have made a comeback from the 80s (all shoulder pads & Dynasty!), this trend goes back a few more decades to the 1940s. Think of a young Joan Crawford, or the softer Bette Davis… all business & streamlined in their dark suits. And nothing beats a pinstripe suit to streamline your own look! Just remember to add a splash of Glam to your suit: short gloves, ladylike wraps, or a fabulous handbag (like Grace Kelly!).”
But where should curvy girls go to get the power look for back to work style? For tailored styles look no further than Simply Be. First you need a jacket. The black Blazer is a single-breasted tailored jacket with front button fastening. It has Long-sleeves and pockets to front and is fully-lined with contrast satin lining. To add an extra edge select the black Tailored Waistcoat with stripe and buckle detail to back and scooped neck. It is lined, with mock jet pockets. The shirt is important too. To complete the tailored look the white Ben Sherman City Shirt is the one. It is a plain long-sleeved shirt with button front fastening in stretch fabric. Complete the look with the black Wide Leg Trousers. Alternatively choose the black Pencil Skirt and walk into work with confidence. Ideally in a pair of platform pumps!
The suiting collection from Wallis is inspired by the 40’s powered look and is very flattering for the curvy girl: “This season sees the return of 1940′s glamour, and nowhere does this look work better than with our suiting. Our smart tailoring is designed to complement your curves and flatter your figure, giving you a polished, professional look.” The Grey Single Breasted Jacket exhumes class especially when matched with the Grey Bootleg Trouser or the Grey Jet and Button Pencil Skirt. The jacket is a grey pin spot single breasted suit jacket with trousers to match. The skirt has jetting and button detail on waistband. Team with the White Circle Button Blouse to complete the power glam look.
Maritosa have a wide range of suiting for the curvy girl. From their new range the Changes By Together Jacket is very eye-catching in ivory or black. The jacket is beautiful from every angle; this finely-tailored, very feminine jacket has collar and revers, three button front fastening and exquisitely intricate appliqué work at the shoulders, sleeves and down the back. Effortlessly elegant with either the skirt or the trousers, this is an outfit you’ll be happy to wear for many seasons to come. Complete the outfit with the Changes By Together Panelled Skirt. This gorgeous ivory longline skirt is beautifully cut to flare fluidly at the hemline and has back button and concealed zip fastening and side-back elastication for a little extra ease. Finally, match with the Changes By Together Blouse and Cami in ivory. This refined and very distinctive blouse in semi-sheer georgette has a neat collar, exquisite diamanté buttons to the front fastening and intricate pintucks at the shoulders that accentuate the fullness of the cuffed sleeves. It is supplied with a plain matching camisole.
Dorothy Perkins also has an impressive range of suits to rival any Dynasty Wardrobe! The Black Pencil Skirt is very stylish with a multi button front panel. Team with the Black Single Breasted Jacket and complete the look with the White Pleat Shoulder Shirt.
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