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Yes, Suits Can Be Fun

Patterns! Frills! Texture! It’s time to reframe how you perceive suiting up.

Date April 15, 2025

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What constitutes a power suit? Tradition has conditioned us to correlate men’s suits with structured shoulders, refined collars and cohesive separates. But this season, strong suits are taking a less buttoned-up look.

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Slouchy sets, flamboyant frills and dandy influences are taking over, dominating runways, Instagram explore pages and board rooms alike. Here are our favourite pieces to lend a little extra fun to suiting up:

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Loro Piana Milano Blazer

Challenge yourself to venture beyond black and grey palettes this season. Shades of khaki, taupe and chocolate brown deliver just as much punch (and are surprisingly versatile.)

McQueen Exaggerated Collar Shirt

Far from your typical dress shirt, this button-down is crafted from crushed satin and features an exaggerated point collar. Texture and a twist? Yes please.

Banana Republic Silk-Linen Tie

Pair this tie (in the perfect springtime green!) your favourite suit to freshen up your outfit.

Balenciaga Tailored Jacket

With slouchy but structured shoulders, raw hems and a loosely-tapered silhouette, this blazer seamlessly marries edge and elegance.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Bandeau

Featuring the classic LV monogram in an array of rich brown shades, this pure silk bandeau is simultaneously versatile and statement-making.

R13 Crossover Shorts

Shorts in the board room? With this pair’s oversized pockets and crossover flap detail, we can see the vision.

Dries Van Noten Pleated Pants

Sure, purple pleated pants aren’t traditional—but they do make an impact. Pair them with a relaxed button-down for a fun but polished look.

Babaton The Slouch Coat

Made of a virgin-wool and cashmere blend, Babaton’s double-breasted Slouch Coat delivers a refined and relaxed feel, and is the perfect transitional outerwear piece.

Saint Laurent Cotton Poplin Shirt

Reimagined suiting is all about breathing new life into the classics. Case in point: this button-down, a staple made infinitely more interesting by its ribboned collar detail.

RW & Co. Long Vest

There's no going wrong with a double-breasted vest. Wear it under a blazer, over a crisp shirt or even on its own—all paths lead to sartorial success.

RW & Co. Wide-Leg High-Rise Pants

Suits, in all their perfect crispness, may feel a little stiff for certain occasions. Swap out tapered trousers for a wider leg for a more relaxed effect.

This article first appeared in FASHION’s April 2025 issue. Find out more here.

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Neda Madany

Neda Madany is FASHION’s winter editorial intern and recent Bachelor of Journalism graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University. She is a multimedia creative interested in fashion storytelling, who loves to write and podcast what’s on her mind. When she’s not working, you can find her painting, at a yoga class or scrolling on Ssense.

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