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    Fashion is Leaning Into Nonchalant Styling This Winter

    Embrace the slouch

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    Published 1 December 2025 In Buying Guides

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    Although many Autumn/Winter 2025 trends have been leaning towards a return to maximalist silhouettes, patterns, and colours, it's safe to say there are plenty of ways to embrace the look more subtly without going all in.

    Introducing undone elegance: a styling approach seen on the runways of Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, Victoria Beckham, and Dries Van Noten. At its core, it's simply about embracing a nonchalant approach to everyday dressing.

    Championing imperfection, this look consists of layering mismatched separates with asymmetrical pieces, paired with messy hair. Alternatively, opting for oversized silhouettes draping off the shoulders. Indeed, a look we know all too well when we're in the thick of winter and simultaneously trying to keep our work bags from sliding off our heavy winter coats.

    Woman wearing an oversize poncho and trousers

    (Image credit: Launchmetrics)

    Seemingly rejecting the maximalist aesthetic of 'more is more', undone elegance looks at challenging the status quo with shapes and silhouettes rather than bold textures and colours. Loosening up our approach to styling instead of polishing it.

    And while the trend champions the undone, it doesn't mean it can't be embraced for everyday dressing or incorporated into your workwear wardrobe. Indeed, there are plenty of chic sartorial ways to get the look without risking a potential dress code complaint in the office.

    Woman wearing a white suit with a jacket over her shoulder

    (Image credit: Launchmetrics)

    From draped blazers to slouchy ankle boots, here are our top 12 expertly curated picks to nail the nonchalant look while looking (very) chic.

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    Topshop, Soft touch off shoulder asymmetric top in grey marl

    Topshop
    Soft touch off shoulder asymmetric top in grey marl
    £25.20 (WAS £28) AT TOPSHOP

    Featuring a slouchy silhouette, style this cosy jumper with pleated trousers and ankle boots for a chic everyday look.

    Pleated Jogging Trousers

    ZARA
    Pleated Jogging Trousers
    £30
    SHOP NOW

    Looking to elevate your classic longline trousers? These pleated balloon trousers from Zara are the perfect upgrade.

    Dress With Asymmetric Panel - Runway - Ochre

    Max Mara
    Dress With Asymmetric Panel - Runway - Ochre
    £895
    £895 AT MAX MARA

    Straight off the runway, this dress comes party season ready.

    100% Wool Blazer With Scarf Detail - Studio

    Massimo Dutti
    100% Wool Blazer With Scarf Detail - Studio
    £249
    £249 AT MASSIMO DUTTI

    Consider this blazer your next sartorial must-have.

    Gathered Draped Layered Printed Satin Midi Skirt

    DRIES VAN NOTEN
    Gathered Draped Layered Printed Satin Midi Skirt
    £1040
    £1,040 AT NET-A-PORTER

    By far, one of this season's most covetable skirts. Featuring a layered fabric silhouette and an asymmetric cut, it is an investment piece to wear time and time again.

    Asymmetric Velvet Top

    COS
    Asymmetric Velvet Top
    £75
    £75 AT COS

    This top taps into the holiday season's love for velvet while maintaining a sleek, elevated approach.

    Givenchy 90mm Shark Lock Stiletto Leather Boots | 37.5

    Givenchy
    Shark Lock Stiletto Leather Boots
    £1486
    £1,486 (WAS £1,695) AT FARFETCH

    Undone elegance doesn't get any chicer than these effortlessly slouchy boots.

    Wool-Blend Double-Breasted Long Coat

    Vince
    Wool-Blend Double-Breasted Long Coat
    £910
    £910 AT VINCE

    For a nonchalant styling approach, size up on your outerwear.

    Draped Dress - Black

    H&M
    Draped Dress - Black
    £22.40 (WAS £27.99) AT H&M

    This draped mini dress is a standout partywear hit at under £50.

    Chloé Silk Blouse | 38

    Chloé
    Silk Blouse | 38
    £919
    £919 A FARFETCH

    You can always count on Chloé to deliver elegant yet understated pieces.

    Bouclé V-Neck Button Front Cardigan With Wool

    M&S
    Bouclé V-Neck Button Front Cardigan With Wool
    £20
    £20 (WAS £40) AT M&S

    Perfect for your transeasonal wardrobe layer this bouclé cardigan under a cosy coat and slouchy trousers.

    Clay Funnel Neck Cropped Leather Jacket

    All Saints
    Clay Funnel Neck Cropped Leather Jacket
    £335
    £335.30 (WAS £479) AT ALL SAINTS

    For those slightly opposed to oversized silhouettes, some expert advice is to opt for a cropped oversized piece, as it helps achieve the look while complementing your figure.

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