Out-of-office: Off-duty items to wear for the long weekend

1 June 2023
By Fashion Quarterly

Slip into something warm, slap on some chic accessories, and wrap up in winter's latest pieces.

Oh, how we long for a long weekend. Unlocking an extra day to do with it whatever we please, we’ve scanned the latest collections from our favourite designers to provide four outfit formulas tailored to your long weekend style. With winter’s grip imminent, we’ve kept each edit neutral, tonal, and cosy in anticipation of colder temperatures. Whether you plan to tackle the great outdoors, head into town, or hit the couch, each outfit comprises investment pieces destined to be worn time and time again.

Discover your long-weekend style below:

LONG WEEKEND STYLE:

Staycation

If your ideal agenda is the one gathering dust back at the office, it’s safe to say we have the outfit formula for those who plan on having no plan at all. A weekend spent indoors passing the hours getting plenty of rest is an idyllic sojourn many of us pine for. Indulge in sartorial self-care with Kowtow’s organic cotton jersey knit polo and co-ordinating trousers, Karen Walker’s cashmere socks, and tactile details that add a little polish.

Kowtow ‘Casey’ pant, $269 and ‘Andy’ polo top, $269. Jasmin Sparrow ‘Frondis’ gold earrings, $770. Liam ‘Sesame’ silk scrunchie in Chestnut, $49 from RubyKaren Walker cashmere socks, $95. Birkenstock ‘Boston Shearling’ slides, $400 from Solect. Diptyque Tubéreuse Rouge candle, $165 from Mecca Loewe mohair blanket, $2,150 from Faradays.

LONG WEEKEND STYLE:

Active relaxer

Sports-mode: engage. Seize each day with an active combination of garments that work as hard as you do. Leave no errand unturned with practical pieces that will take you from farmers market to forest walk in formidable style. 

Ruby ‘Cloud’ puffer jacket in Khaki, $429. Paris Georgia silk rib bodysuit in Slate, $330. Camilla and Marc ‘Teba’ pant, $420. Bottega Veneta sunglasses, $638 from Net-a-porterTimberland ‘Greenstride Motion Low’ sneakers $280 from SolectMimmi Terra medium Eco Tote in Bronzata, $125. 

LONG WEEKEND STYLE:

About town

Soften into relaxed shapes and elegant lines with this off-duty outfit formula building on timeless pieces you likely already have on hand. We’ve kept it on the lighter side, leaning into creams, champagnes, and oaky hues for an overall look that’s as contemporary as it is chic. To top off this ensemble, add a luxury timepiece… and perhaps a mimosa?

Camilla and Marc ‘Bristol’ trench coat in White Oak, $1,020. Caitlin Crisp ‘Loveline’ top, $295. Loewe Anagram appliquéd jeans, $1,542 from Net-a-porter. Isabel Marant ‘Oksan Moon’ suede bag in Camel, $1,098 from Workshop. Rolex ‘Datejust 31’ watch, POA. Deadly Ponies Rider Boot in Coconut, $699. 

LONG WEEKEND STYLE:

Country retreat

We’re entering our equestrian-chic era. Embrace heritage-inspired checks, plaids, and herringbone for an outfit formula that’s bound for cross country escapes. Trade in your loafers for some knee-high riding boots and your button down shirts for a roll neck sweater and feel the confines of your corporate 9-5 fade into the distance. Perfect for promenading through the township, navigating grapes at the vineyard, and joining friends and family around an open fireplace.

Kowtow quilted jacket, $429. Christian Dior fedora, $2,694 from Net-a-porter. R.M. Williams ‘Eden’ sweater, $380. COS herringbone wool-blend skirt, $175. Deadly Ponies ‘Mr Cinch Mini’ in Lilypad, $579. ESSĒN Riding Boot, $1,200 from Maggie Marilyn.

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