The Topshop Tailored Burgundy Suit

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The Topshop Tailored Burgundy Suit Outfit

I’m trying something completely different for this outfit…a suit! I’ve always loved how beautiful a suit can look on a woman, especially when it embodies the masculine elements, but looks feminine. I know most of us are no stranger to Angelina Jolie’s infamous suit outfit when she made a statement on the red carpet. With that in mind, I have always wanted to give it a go myself, but was never really sure if it would suit me (pun intended!) or if it would look silly.

I partnered with Octer, which is a website that collates the products from over 200 of the top UK stores into one database, making it easier to compare clothes from a range of different retailers and saves you from visiting multiple different sites. Also, if you scroll down on a product page, you will see matches to your chosen product. This is a great way to compare style and price, so I found this Tailored Burgundy Suit from Topshop on there and went with it! I chose a size UK 8 for the jacket and I ended up having to go with a UK 12 for the trousers as they run really small. I’m usually a 26-27 (UK 8-10) in jeans, so trousers are a whole new ball game for me and I was quite shocked that I had to take nearly two sizes up! Is that something you have to do as well or are these running small?

I paired this Topshop Burgundy Tailored Suit with a cami top in white from ASOS, my Christian Louboutin Pigalle heels, and my new Chanel Wallet On Chain bag (you will be seeing this properly soon!) as I wanted to keep it all classic, chic, and smart. I didn’t want to go with a traditional button up shirt with this suit though as I can often find that buttons get in the way for me and I like things to look a bit cleaner, so I’m really happy with how things turned out. I wouldn’t have thought that a suit would have been something I loved and enjoyed wearing, but it definitely is and I really like how it fitted and looked, which surprised me since it was from Topshop and not custom made. What do you think of my Topshop suit? I’d love your opinions on this as it’s new for me!

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What I Was Wearing:
Jacket – Topshop
Trousers – Topshop
Top – ASOS
Shoes – Christian Louboutin
Bag – Chanel


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52 Comments

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:05 am

      Thank you so much!

  1. October 25, 2016 / 8:46 pm

    I heard about Octer, and this Topshop suit is fantastic, dear Lorna! I loved the suit, the cut, the color!!! You look stunning, a model! I loved the shoes as well. It is nice to see you in a suit, even though you didn’t think it would be comfortable – nice to change sometimes! Hope you have a nice day!
    DenisesPlanet.com

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:06 am

      Thank you so much, Denise! I’m so glad you think so!

  2. October 25, 2016 / 9:00 pm

    I’ve really been wanting a tailored suit! I could wear it to both work and for a night out! Loving this burgundy color too!

    XOXO Rina
    http://www.andshedressed.com

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:06 am

      Thank you! I think you should get one!

  3. October 25, 2016 / 10:22 pm

    Wow you look stunning Lorna! I love this look! The suit is so flattering on you, and the burgundy colour is gorgeous! It’s great that you took a chance and tried an entirely different look. I adore the accessories too, and the shoes and bag are very refined. You’re definitely channelling your inner #girlboss!

    Lots of love Saba xx

    http://www.trulymadlydeeplyfashion.blogspot.com

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:06 am

      Thank you so much, Saba! So glad you love it!

  4. October 25, 2016 / 11:15 pm

    Gorgeous outfit! And nice WOC!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:07 am

      Thank you, Sarah!

  5. Yannis
    October 26, 2016 / 7:25 am

    Hello Lorna!

    Really classy this one.. Great colours and great outfit in general, it looks really good on you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:07 am

      Thank you!

  6. October 26, 2016 / 7:53 pm

    I like it. 🙂 I think you’ve chosen it perfectly for yourself both in terms of style and colour too. You certainly look as though you’re heading off to something very important. 🙂

    The sizing is interesting to read about. I think clothes sizing seems to be a less than precise science at the best of times though. 😀

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:07 am

      Yeah, sizing is definitely one thing you can’t count on, ha ha 😀 I’m really glad you like it! I think it will come in helpful for future events actually, which is good!

  7. October 27, 2016 / 11:25 am

    The same happens to me, I’m not sure if a suit will look good on me. You look great! Have a nice day!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:08 am

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 2:19 pm

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 5:51 pm

      Yeah, I can see what you mean with that one. This one isn’t stretchy though so it wouldn’t fit snug like that, it would require a different type of cut, but I quite like this one. I find it more fashionable and trendy than a really tight fitting one which might look too much like office wear. Just my thoughts though.

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 5:51 pm

      Thank you!

  8. summer
    October 28, 2016 / 7:48 pm

    This looks lovely on you! Love the colour!
    Summer xx

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 8:03 pm

      Thank you!

  9. October 28, 2016 / 8:01 pm

    This suit I find very classy and stylish, I think is very proper for buissnes meeting, and you look fantastic! The burgundy colour is beautiful 🙂
    Stunning shoes, too 🙂

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 8:04 pm

      Thank you!!

  10. October 28, 2016 / 9:15 pm

    You look so elegant with this outfit…I love the color, ideal for this season, and how you matched with accessories….This is the perfect office outfit!
    Sophia
    http://www.sophiasfashiondiary.com

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 28, 2016 / 9:50 pm

      Thank you so much!

  11. October 29, 2016 / 1:42 am

    This suit looks soo classy on you! I love how you left your makeup fresh and natural 🙂 Also the color of the suit is gorgeous! It’s the perfect shade for fall.

    Mili | Sharmtoaster

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 29, 2016 / 2:04 am

      Thank you 🙂

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 29, 2016 / 8:08 pm

      Thank you so much!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 29, 2016 / 8:08 pm

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 29, 2016 / 8:09 pm

      Thank you!

  12. October 30, 2016 / 1:04 am

    That suit is fabulous! Love the color 🙂

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 31, 2016 / 10:40 am

      Thank you 🙂

  13. October 30, 2016 / 7:52 am

    Wow, Lorna what an amazing choice. That colour looks so good on you.
    That suits looks amazing on you, I am even speechless. Nothing suits you like a suit.
    Just amazing, you know hoe to suit up.

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 30, 2016 / 12:39 pm

      Thank you so much!

  14. October 30, 2016 / 11:45 am

    Burgundy is a color I’ve been loving a lot lately. I love this suit, you look great in it. Super elegant.
    Have a lovely Sunday Lorna 🙂
    xo
    Sauniya | Find Your Bliss ♡

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 30, 2016 / 12:39 pm

      Thank you 🙂

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 31, 2016 / 10:37 am

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 31, 2016 / 8:22 pm

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      October 31, 2016 / 8:22 pm

      Thanks!

  15. Claire
    November 5, 2016 / 8:27 pm

    Love this tailored look on you babe xx

    • Lorna
      Author
      November 5, 2016 / 10:23 pm

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      November 11, 2016 / 1:53 am

      Thank you so much!

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