Although Keira Knightley is one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, she tends to spend most of her time out of the limelight. Raising her family in the leafy suburbs of London, Knightley’s public appearances are kept to a minimum. And when she does choose to make an appearance, her presence is felt.
As her attendance at major Hollywood events is such a rarity I always get excited when I spot a new Knightely outfit—and this week I’m particularly enthused as all at once I’ve been treated to three! Each equally chic, Knightley kept her outfits looking pretty and polished while weaving some major London-girl trends into her looks.
Clearly, still a Londoner through and through, Knightley stepped out in New York on Monday styling three of the major clothing and accessory trends that city-dwellers across the pond are loving. Inspired to indulge in some of the key looks that Knightley loves, read on to discover the three major London trends to know right now.
THE 3 LONDON-GIRL TRENDS KNIGHTLY IS LOVING:
1. OVERSIZED TAILORING
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Style Notes: London is, by and large, a casual city. We tend to favour trainers over heels and we’re more likely to opt for wide-leg jeans over tailored trousers. That being said, Londoners do seem to possess a very strong ability to make their most casual outfits feel polished and elevated—and oversized tailoring is one of their most prolific tricks. Layering her jumper and skirt outfit with a boxy blazer, Knightley added interest to her elegant outfit, while achieving the un-done edge that London-girls love.
SHOP OVERSIZED TAILORING:
COS
Relaxed Single-Breasted Wool-Blend Blazer
This comes up slightly oversized so it’s perfect for styling over a warm knit.
With Nothing Underneath
The Boyfriend Shirt
This oversizes shirt is perfect for weekday styling.
Zara
Oversized Double-Breasted Blazer
Style with denim or wear with a midi skirt.
2. BURGUNDY BOOTS
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Style Notes: Sorry black boots, but this season Londoners have only had eyes for their elegant ruby sisters. Favouring theirs in a rich rouge shade, burgundy boots have become one of the key trends of the season. Styling hers in a very London-girl way, Knightley wore hers with knee-length shorts—playing with proportions and having fun with her styling—as Londoners love to do.
SHOP BURGUNDY BOOTS:
Reformation
Remy Knee Boot
Style these over jeans or pair with shorts à la Knightly
Mango
Leather Boots With Zip
The square toe detailing gives this such a polished edge.
Paris Texas
Anja Croc-Effect Leather Knee Boots
This classic design also comes in six other shades.
3. HORSESHOE TROUSERS
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Style Notes: Interrupting the reign of wide-leg trousers and straight-leg styles, horseshoe trousers burst onto the scene this season—sweeping up the affection of London fashion girls instantly. Wearing hers with a long jacket and Oxford shoes, Knightley put an elegant spin on the voluminous trouser trend that’s on all of London’s most stylish streets this season.
SHOP HORSESHOE TROUSERS:
COS
Barrel-Leg Utility Trousers
These are already on their way to selling out.
& Other Stories
Barrel-Leg Trousers
Style with a long-line jacket or wear with a fresh white tee.
COS
Boiled-Wool Barrel-Leg Trousers
Grey trousers are quietly becoming one of the most important styles of the season.
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