Trouser suits should not be saved for corporate meetings and City bankers. Create Kate’s relaxed vibe with a loose fitting shirt, soft jersey tee and 70s inspired accessories. The sharp tailoring of a good suit will pull the look together and will certainly make a statement at the school gates.

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Kain at donnaida.com

The ultra soft, thin fabric of this Kain tee will work well as a base for layering. It’s worth investing in good quality tees as they wash well and hold their structure.

Stella McCartney at Net-a-Porter.com

By choosing a lighter shade like this taupe colour, your look will immediately take on a more off-duty, feminine vibe. Ensure you make the most of this investment blazer by teaming it with boyfriend jeans at weekends.

Reiss

A loose fitting shirt, casually done up will create just enough nonchalance to keep this look off-duty. For smarter occasions, button-up, tuck-in and add a masculine belt.

Anthony Peto Hats at Matches

A masculine fedora will add to the androgynous feel of your outfit. Choose an eclectic shade like this gorgeous jade colour for a vintage inspired look.

Stella McCartney at Net-a-Porter.com

The tapered leg and zip detail of these matching trousers will keep the look elegant yet edgy. For working mums; a matching skirt and wider fit trouser are also available if you want to smarten the look up a bit.

Jimmy Choo

Made of the softest leather this black envelope clutch packs a punch with on-trend 70s glamour as well as practicality.

Christian Louboutin at Net-a-Porter.co

These iconic Pigalle point-toe pumps will elongate the leg and add height. If you’re feet need a rest from the heels, go for a black ballerina flat instead, they will look just as cute with the cropped suit trousers.

Gucci at Net-a-Porter.com

A silk scarf is the easiest way to add style to an otherwise uniform look. Make sure you keep it simple and skinny with this polka-dot Gucci scarf.