Travel outfits

A serious coat worn with the ease of a cardigan while waiting for the tram.

Why it works

The long dark coat gives weight to washed denim and a pale shirt; the white trainers stop it feeling formal.

Make it yours

Treat your most serious layer casually—leave the rest of the outfit as relaxed as possible.

A normal daytime uniform with one glossy decision at the feet.

Why it works

The red boots sharpen the loose denim while the rest of the look stays completely familiar.

Make it yours

Use colour at the very end of the silhouette, leaving everything above it familiar.

An olive utility vest gives a cream cotton midi dress a practical edge, finished with grey running shoes.

Why it works

The boxy pockets contrast with the gathered skirt, and comfortable shoes bring the dress into the everyday.

Make it yours

Layer a pocketed vest over a cotton dress and add the trainers you already wear for walking.

Very wide black-and-white track trousers give a white silk shirt an easy city uniform at a Tokyo crossing.

Why it works

The technical trouser volume makes the silk feel less precious, while the clean white shoe keeps the long shape mobile.

Make it yours

Put a polished silk shirt with your widest sport trousers and let the contrast do the styling.