Kate Winslet clearly got the festive memo, as the actress was spotted at the ‘Together at Christmas’ carol concert in central London, wearing a matching set in a seasonal shade of red. Wearing the Epona Chain Blazer and the Norman Wide-Leg Pant, which were both by Gabriela Hearst, Kate styled it over a crisp white shirt and finished with a black clutch bag and matching heels.
The glamorous look nodded to one of this season’s most staple hues. Red is synonymous with Christmas, and while sequins and sparkle are worthy choices for special occasions at this time of year, if you want something that wows but has less twinkle, a bold red ensemble is the perfect alternative.
I love the tailored set as it is, but the best thing about suits is that you can then wear each half with other separates to create lots of additional looks too, so it makes total shopping sense to add a co-ord to your winter capsule wardrobe. You can recreate Kate’s merry matching outfit with the similar styles below.
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House of Holland
Red Block Colour Pleat Blazer
This jacket has a very similar feel to Kate’s but comes in at a fraction of the price. Wear it with the matching bottoms or use it to pep up an old pair of barrel leg jeans.
House of Holland
Red Trousers
The flared leg of these scarlet trousers will balance out curvier hips and thighs nicely – just make sure to wear them with heels to avoid looking swamped in fabric.
ME+EM
Sharp Shoulder Straight Blazer
The subtle padded shoulders on this button-front piece gives it a sharper, androgynous feel that will perk up your workwear wardrobe nicely.
ME+EM
Pop Colour Exaggerated Tapered Trouser
A gentle pleat down the front of each leg adds a smart feel and will work cleverly to lengthen the appearance of your silhouette.
Phase Eight
Ulrica Red Blazer
Wear this one over a classic pussy-bow blouse or take it to a low-key weekend by wearing it with a slogan t-shirt and slouchy denim.
Phase Eight
Ulrica Straight Leg Trousers
A block coloured suit like Kate’s will work with most colours and prints beautifully, so you have plenty of options when creating outfits. For right now, try wearing yours with fresh white like the star for a seasonally appropriate feel, or layer your pieces over a shimmery gold top and strappy heels for a Christmas party-ready look.
In the new year, rather than banishing your dopamine-inducing red suit to the back of the wardrobe, give it a spring-ready twist with a floaty, floral blouse or try a fashionable clash by adding a top in a hot pink shade.