Step up your game with utility ensembles designed for both functionality and flair.
Celebrity-inspired style
We love the simplicity and strength of military-inspired looks. From comfy cargo pants to sharp blazers and soft shirting, there’s something to suit all occasions.
Khaki is key
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This relaxed lightweight suit is perfect for spring. Elevate the look with a glam top, or play it down with a crisp white tee.
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Double breasted linen blend blazer $119 from Zara
Linen blend pants $79.95 from Zara
Gold mirage print top $109.99 from Sheike
Horsebit Bag $39.95 from Sussan
Florian cream shoes $74.95 from NOVO Shoes
Ray-Ban sunglasses $218 from Sunglass Hut
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Keep it neutral
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Military-style shirt dresses are a fashion favourite and a great way to maintain some structure to your look if it’s too warm for outer layers.
Linen blend shirt dress $89.99 from H&M
Senso Mikayla heels $239 from The Iconic
Daylla Canvas Tote Bag $119 from Charles & Keith
Gold Chain Link Bracelet $15.99 from Lovisa
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Timeless trends
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Transform a simple skirt and shirt combination with some snappy pocket detailing.
Cotton belted flared skirt $59.90 from Uniqlo
Textured utility shirt $99.99 from Forever New
Monogram large stud tote bag $79.99 from Colette by Colette Hayman
High wedge sandals Tommy Hilfiger $179 from The Iconic
Gold plated knotted link necklace $34.99 from Lovisa
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Ace your accessories
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Contrasting crisp white against tan accessories is a classic way to wear the trend.
Denim midi dress $149.99 from Forever New
Holiday sunset bracelet set $39.95 from Birdsnest
Verali Tay Kitten Heel Mules $79.95 from The Iconic
Mint Kiss Fine Jewellery earrings $89.15 from Hard to Find
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Janine Donovan is one of Australia’s leading fashion editors, having worked across Woman’s Day and Take 5 for over 30 years. Having begun her career on Woman’s Day in the early 90s, where she undertook a cadetship learning the ropes of fashion and beauty for the fast-paced weekly titles. She offers sensible and smart advice for women about what will make them feel great about themselves and is in constant contact with the readers who value her advice on navigating today’s fashion world. Her keen eye for trends and her ability to understand the readers’ needs means she’s a huge part of what makes the magazines’ lifestyle offering successful today. These days she continues to work across print titles such as Woman’s Day, Take 5 and Royals magazine while also contributing her fashion advice on the website, Now To Love.
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