Suit yourself

This classic suit is pricey, but it’s an investment you’ll have in your wardrobe forever. Ralph Lauren Collection wool jacket, $3995, cotton shirt, $1295, wool vest, $2295, and wool trousers, $1795, 1800 501 201. Ralph Lauren Black Label silk tie, $200, 1800 501 201. Diva silver rings, $15 each, 1300 348 228. DKNY watch, $150, 1800 818 853. Pedro Garcia leather boots, $675, (02) 9319 4488.

For a feminine alternative to sharp tailoring, mix draped styles in a soft colour palette. Bianca Spender tencel jacket, $619, and voile skirt, $399, (02) 9260 9700. Carla Zampatti georgette top, $299, (02) 9260 9700. Diva copper ring, $20, 1300 348 228. Samvara leather belt, $65, 1300 798 623, samvara.com.au.

Channel Coco Chanel with an iconic tweed-look jacket and matching skirt. Review jacket, $299, and skirt, $179, (03) 9902 5400. Diva synthetic pearl earrings, $13 for set of six, pearl necklace, $20, 1300 348 228. Kailis Silver sterling silver T-bar pearl necklace, $550, and sterling silver pearl necklace, $250, kailisjewellery.com.au. Equip cuff, $18, (02) 9479 7888. Levante stockings, $24.95, 1800 634 876. Wittner shoes, $140, 1300 137 463.

Perk up simple suiting with bold hues and interesting textures. Karen Walker cotton jacket, 4-14, $649, and cotton trousers, 4-14, $407, (02) 9281 1110. Ray-Ban tortoiseshell glasses, $240, 1300 655 612. Lumière glass ring (on model’s left hand), $40, 1800 335 011. Swarovski crystal ring (left hand), $245, 1300 791 599. Diva plastic ring (on right hand), $15, 1300 348 228.

The tuxedo suit has a timeless appeal. For a feminine finish, team it with heels. Wayne Cooper jacket, $395, wool waistcoat, $220, and stretch cotton bra top, $155, (02) 8399 3977. Bettina Liano trousers, $395, (03) 9539 5100. Swarovski crystal earrings, $160, 1300 791 599. Sportscraft diamanté bracelet, $40, 1800 002 477. Peep Toe beaded bracelet, $79, www.peeptoeshoes.com.au. Pedro Garcia leather shoes, $850, (02) 9319 4488.