The London Look: A Stylish Guide to Dressing Like a True Londoner Wherever Whenever
As the leaves were falling while taking a stroll in Holland Park from red to orange hues, I thought to myself: For this lovely autumn in London, what to wear? How do I get “The London Look”? Darling's fall fashion, where royalty lives, is a combination of elegance and rebellion, and this fall London is serving an impeccable feast.
Imagine wearing the iconic British trench coat, a timeless statement piece that is both vintage and modern. An eye-catching item that exudes glitz in the streets of Soho, London, while remaining equally stylish on Brick Lane, London's gritty graffiti. the realm of retro secondhand stores.
Now let’s see what Londoners have to say about the perfect everyday fall outfit. @ErikaDwyer gives us insight into the perfect London look. A vintage kilt or some dark denim jeans or any jeans if they have a cuff, she says. Next, she suggests wearing a collared shirt or a plain white t-shirt, adding that you earn extra points if it's a gowning t-shirt that was inspired by the Sherlock TikTok trend. Last but not least, a leather trench coat or jean jacket together with loafers or your Adidas sambas. The look that screams, "I'm here, I'm stylish, and I have a flair for the unexpected"
Darlings @Bibi shows us the edgy rebellion city girl Big Smoke look—a style to die for. First up, “let's talk bloomers, miniskirts, as short as you want,” she rants. You want to add a vintage tee shirt, blouse, or vest. For your fabulous shoes, you want kitten heels with ruffled socks for a touch of whimsy or the perfect knee-high black boot for that bold, empowered stride. Next, and the most important accessory she tells her viewers to layer multiple belts. This goes for the jewelry layer it on – stack those rings, and let your accessories tell a story. Finally, the icing on the cake is a sporty zip-up jacket with a bag that is a practical yet layered masterpiece.
Not only do you get the London look from Londoners themselves, but your favorite Romcoms can sometimes be the dash inspiration. So, darlings, take notes from @teenski an American living in the UK who gives the ultimate tutorial on achieving that shred London look.
Breaking down the London look of the witty Bridget Jones herself.
Grab that handy, dandy bright sweater in your closet that never goes out of style. Then you want to add that short skirt you have as well, preferably black, she declares. Pair it with black stockings and if they have rips in them, even better for a rugged look. “If you’re not risking a fall while putting them on, are you even doing it right?”@teenski puns. Hair goes up, darlings with some bits of hair strands framing your face. Add a watch and your usual everyday earrings. For the final touches a newspaper boy hat and those bold knee-high boots again.
So, here’s the thing, my dear readers: wherever or whenever you find the inspiration, you can always dress like a Londoner. It’s what makes this city truly iconic. After all, in London, fashion knows no boundaries, and the world is your runway.
Keep walking, keep strutting, and keep making every step a statement.