Back to the City Style Guide
Everyone is ready to reclaim their spot in the office, turn off the air conditioners, and perhaps feel a little melancholic. As we move through September and approach October, we wanted to take a closer look at what we need for the return to the city.
Looking at the trends, let’s start with one that has entered both our lives and our vocabulary following the huge success of Succession. It might not be quite right to call it a trend, because this is more of an escape from trends. We can refer to this movement as "Old Money" aesthetics or "Silent Luxury." So, what exactly is Silent Luxury? Unlike eye-catching, bold statement pieces, this movement is characterized by minimalist, simpler, and more understated elements. It’s about avoiding large logos and neon colors, opting instead for a refined approach. In this aesthetic, associated with black, white, and beige tones, decisions should be made with quality, fit, comfort, and timelessness in mind.
In today’s world, when we think of silent luxury, there are a few brands and icons that come to mind. The first is Lady Diana, whose unforgettable style continues to leave a lasting impression despite her long absence. Sofia Richie has also become one of the pioneers of Silent Luxury in recent years with her evolving style. Brands like The Row, founded by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in 2001, as well as Celine, Brunello Cucinelli, and American Vintage, showcase their commitment to Silent Luxury through their designs.
The first step is to have a basic t-shirt, shirt, or sweater that offers a good fit and quality. Shirts and sweaters are especially important because they can be worn alone or used as layering pieces to showcase our styling abilities.
The next step is, of course, finding a pair of jeans or pants that fit like a glove. Shopping for jeans has never been an easy task, but once you find the perfect pair, everything changes. First, you need to forget about short-lived trends. The fit shouldn’t be too low-waisted or too high-waisted. Avoid fits that cling too tightly to your body. Beads, sequins, or embellishments have no place on our pants. We also steer clear of overly distressed fabrics that have lost their originality.
When it comes to shoes, you can start to turn more towards your personal preferences and style. Of course, the key words here are quality, comfort, and functionality, but as long as you don’t go overboard, you can express yourself with your own colors, especially when it comes to sneakers.
VEJA sneakers stand out as a versatile option that can be easily worn in both street and office styles. Their models are simple to wear and pair, making them easy to integrate into every part of your life. For a more relaxed, sporty look, you can also draw inspiration from sneakers that are designed for an active lifestyle but can be adapted for everyday wear.
When it comes to outerwear, we become more open to different approaches. Quality wool coats will be a must-have, but we are also on board with the use of functional fabrics. Shackets, mesh jackets, and raincoats will be on our radar. Vintage-style denim jackets can be placed in the "throw-on-and-go" category of our daily life.
For raincoats, Rains stands out with its functionality, quality, and style. We don’t need to wait for autumn showers to add a Rains raincoat to our style. We can also create small differences in our look with Rains Bucket Hats.
Back to the city means returning to the offices and the hustle and bustle of urban life. What we all need is a backpack that will securely carry our laptops. With the rising demand in recent years, it's not hard to find the perfect backpack. However, finding one that suits both our style and the city can be a bit tricky. Luckily, at Vitruta, you can find a wide range of options, including iconic Fjällräven Kanken, the increasingly popular Rains, minimalist and stylish Scandinavian Sandqvist, Eastpak's special collaborations, and classic Herschel models
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