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. So, 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 whilst weaving some major London-girl trends into her looks.
Clearly still a Londoner through and through, Knightley stepped out in New York styling three major clothing and accessory trends that city-dwellers back on her home soil are regularly wearing right now. Inspired to indulge in some of the key pieces that Knightley adores, read on to discover the three major London trends the actor tapped into this week (and that will make you look very stylish if you choose to do the same).
3 LONDON-GIRL TRENDS KEIRA KNIGHTLY IS CURRENTLY BACKING
1. OVERSIZED TAILORING
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Style Notes: London is, by and large, a casual city. Many tend to favour trainers over heels while others are 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 effortless, “I didn’t try too hard” payoff that London fashion people exude.
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 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 Londoners have been championing burgundy boots en masse. Favouring theirs in a rich rouge shade, burgundy boots have become one of the key trends of the season. Styling them in a very London 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-legs and straight styles, horseshoe trousers burst onto the scene this season, sweeping up the affection of London fashion types 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 chicest 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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