All the Lessons Learned from Blake Lively’s Week of Suits
It's been a rollercoaster ride.
Blake Lively has been on the road for the past several days, promoting her upcoming film with Anna Kendrick, A Simple Favour. In it, she plays a mysterious, strikingly beautiful character who disappears without a trace. And of course, what is more enigmatic, more alluring, more provocative than… a woman in a suit? For some inexplicable reason, all of Lively’s character’s outfits seem to involve some form of menswear circa 1920, with a fedora, red leather gloves and even POCKET WATCH thrown in for good measure. If that weren’t enough, she seems determined to carry the look over into real life, donning a variety of suits for her publicity appearances. Lets take a gander, and also, maybe take some notes just in case you’re inclined to try these at home.
Look 1: Versace
Neon green is a dish best served in teeny, tiny, amuse bouche quantities. Only to be consumed in full meal proportions if you’re a bonafide movie star, in which case go ahead and push it even further with green accessories AND a hot pink lip.
Look 2: Roland Mouret
Head-to-toe plaid is a cool look, but only if worn with a white tee and minimalist sneakers. How to avoid taking it into prep school uniform territory, you ask? Just don’t reach for a button-up and tie (or side braid). Easy peasy.
Look 3: Zimmermann
To be honest, I’m kind of into this Prohibition Era gangster suit—although the beaded bracelets are a bit of head-scratcher—for its monochrome pinstripes, waistcoat and clean lines. But it’s so, very, costume-y. Don’t attempt this unless you’re headed to an actual costume party or an event with a very specific Al Capone-approved dress code.
Look 4: Brunello Cucinelli
Disclaimer: I love pretty much everything Brunello Cucinelli does and this velvet suit is no exception. I’m into the ’70s vibe and inky blue hue. I’m down with the tousled hair, sans-shirt insouciance. But would I throw another velvet blazer on top of it in 30-degree heat? Maybe not so much.
Look 5: Vivienne Westwood
She looks extremely comfortable, and honestly, what more could one want from a casual day suit? The mauve colour is a refreshing choice, and the frayed hems and brogues add to the Lively’s Day Off vibe.
Look 6: Bottega Veneta
I’m slightly confused by this part-50s housewife, part-preppy school kid look. The clashing patterns, incongruous colours and excessive accessorizing don’t help. I’m afraid even the old Coco Chanel adage—look into the mirror before leaving the house and take one thing off—won’t help with this one.
Look 7: Ralph & Russo
If you’re contemplating a career change to get into the circus as a professional ringmaster, look no further because we found your first-day outfit. But if you’re not, and you just want to embrace the pristine-white-suit look for a cocktail party, go for it—but maybe stay away from the bedazzled blazer.
 on Aug 18, 2018 at 2:57am PDT
Neon green is a dish best served in teeny, tiny, amuse bouche quantities. Only to be consumed in full meal proportions if you're a bonafide movie star, in which case go ahead and push it even further with green accessories AND a hot pink lip.
Look 2: Roland Mouret
#NEW Blake leaving her hotel earlier today ? Outfit #2 of Day 2 (August 18, 2018) #blakelively A post shared by Blake Lively Fan (@alwaysblakelively) on Aug 18, 2018 at 3:35pm PDT
Head-to-toe plaid is a cool look, but only if worn with a white tee and minimalist sneakers. How to avoid taking it into prep school uniform territory, you ask? Just don't reach for a button-up and tie (or side braid). Easy peasy.
Look 3: Zimmermann
Out & About: @blakelively wears the Corsage Tailored Pant, matching vest and Corsage Blazer from our Resort 19 Ready-to-Wear Collection while out and about in New York. The look will be available instore and online from October. #outandabout #resort19 #THECORSAGE #zimmermann A post shared by ZIMMERMANN (@zimmermann) on Aug 19, 2018 at 6:11pm PDT
To be honest, I'm kind of into this Prohibition Era gangster suit—although the beaded bracelets are a bit of head-scratcher—for its monochrome pinstripes, waistcoat and clean lines. But it's so, very, costume-y. Don't attempt this unless you're headed to an actual costume party or an event with a very specific Al Capone-approved dress code.
Look 4: Brunello Cucinelli
#NEW Blake leaving her hotel today for a photoshoot in New York City, New York (August 17, 2018) #blakelively A post shared by Blake Lively Fan (@alwaysblakelively) on Aug 17, 2018 at 7:35am PDT
Disclaimer: I love pretty much everything Brunello Cucinelli does and this velvet suit is no exception. I'm into the '70s vibe and inky blue hue. I'm down with the tousled hair, sans-shirt insouciance. But would I throw another velvet blazer on top of it in 30-degree heat? Maybe not so much.
Look 5: Vivienne Westwood
NEW Blake out and about today ?? and of course she’s wearing a suit!!! #blakelively #fashion #hair #makeup A post shared by ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Blake Lively Fan (@alwayslively) on Aug 20, 2018 at 2:25pm PDT
She looks extremely comfortable, and honestly, what more could one want from a casual day suit? The mauve colour is a refreshing choice, and the frayed hems and brogues add to the Lively's Day Off vibe.
Look 6: Bottega Veneta
#Spotted: @blakelively a.k.a Serena van der Woodsen in a Multicolor cotton jacket and pant, Dark Moss cashmere sweater and Aloe/Mint silk shirt from @bottegaveneta's Cruise 2019 collection. But ‘you know you love her’ Spring/Summer 2018 Lilac Spheres Knot Clutch more than that rad outfit! #XOXO #GossipGirl ? A post shared by BlackBook India (@blackbookindia) on Aug 21, 2018 at 6:58am PDT
I'm slightly confused by this part-50s housewife, part-preppy school kid look. The clashing patterns, incongruous colours and excessive accessorizing don't help. I'm afraid even the old Coco Chanel adage—look into the mirror before leaving the house and take one thing off—won't help with this one.
Look 7: Ralph & Russo
@blakelively looking gorgeous at the #vmas in Look 3 from the Autumn Winter 2018/19 Couture Collection #randrstars A post shared by Ralph & Russo (@ralphandrusso) on Aug 21, 2018 at 1:58am PDT
If you're contemplating a career change to get into the circus as a professional ringmaster, look no further because we found your first-day outfit. But if you're not, and you just want to embrace the pristine-white-suit look for a cocktail party, go for it—but maybe stay away from the bedazzled blazer. ){kind=link}