
Neutral Outfit Ideas
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Sarah Lafarge
How to wear neutrals on laid-back days
For weekend walks or work-from-home days, a neutral colour palette is a fail-safe option. By choosing a few key pieces, you can mix and match to create endless go-to outfits you'll wear time and time again. Oatmeal-hued jumpers, relaxed cardigans and knitted vests are perfect for the transition to warmer weather – we love this versatile jumper, with its flattering crew neckline.
Pair your jumper with the jeans of the moment – our wide-leg fit – in a rich shade of ecru. They come in petite, regular and long lengths, so you can easily find your perfect fit. Finish your outfit with some simple metallic jewellery for a pared-back yet put-together look.
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How to wear neutral accessories
The key to wearing head-to-toe neutrals is to incorporate different textures into your outfit via covetable accessories. A faux leather handbag in a natural hue is an easy way to do this – we love the on-trend sling shape of this cross-body bag, which also comes in cream, lilac and black. It can be worn over the shoulder or across the body thanks to its adjustable strap.
Break up a neutral outfit by adding a tan-coloured woven leather belt at the waist. Shoes are another great way to add tactile touches – try these beige trainers, which have faux suede detailing.
The best neutral bags

Meet the new neutral
Animal print emerged last season as a must-have for every wardrobe, and is now regarded as a neutral thanks to its pared-back colour palette.
The trick to wearing animal print as a neutral is to pair it with pieces in the same tonal family. Start with a low-key, classic item – such as a shirt, trousers or dress – in cream, biscuit or shades of brown, and then cherry pick one animal print piece to add a bit of drama.
As a starting point, try teaming this striking zebra-inspired print dress with rich brown or ecru accessories, such as these western-style boots, layering over a luxurious merino wool cardigan on chillier days.
Our favourite animal print neutrals
Published 1.5.2025
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