Jessica Alba makes tailoring look easy with this relaxed look that is perfect for the seasonal transition

Forget your blazer, waistcoats are still the sharpest way to rock tailoring this season

Jessica Alba wearing navy tailoring and tan bag
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Jessica Alba was spotted in Manhattan looking effortlessly stylish in a tailored two-piece that toed the line perfectly for smart casual outfit ideas. With the suiting style frenzy still upon us, let’s take a look at how to wear a smart co-ord that adds a cool polish to your everyday, without the corporate stuffiness.

Jessica has perfected the relaxed tailoring trend by opting for a waistcoat and pants combo that she teamed with classic white sneakers and a tan purse. The wide-leg cut of the pants gave Jessica's whole look an off-duty aesthetic that was reinforced by her shoe of choice.

A huge hit over the summer, when it comes to the fall/winter fashion trends 2025, waistcoats and tailoring are still going strong. Learning how to style a waistcoat and transitioning it from summer to fall is easy, though. Start by adding layers underneath as the temperatures begin to drop. A white shirt will always look smart, but a thin polo neck is a great way to get warmth without any additional bulk, or try a blazer on top for a three-piece tailoring look.

JESSICA ALBA SHOWS US HOW TO DO RELAXED TAILORING

Jessica Alba wearing navy tailoring and tan bag

(Image credit: Getty Images)

The navy of Jessica’s co-ord is a classic and makes each item a staple for your closet. Shopping with the mindset of wearability is a great way to ensure the items you’re selecting will get plenty of use. So think about how things will work with what you already own. A navy waistcoat or pair of pants will mix and match easily with other items, and all of a sudden, you have lots of new fall outfit ideas from just two additional pieces.

Another key takeaway from Jessica Alba’s outfit is her accessorizing. The tan leather purse from Ralph Lauren is the perfect color to wear with navy, as the tones complement each other beautifully. The addition of silver bangles and earrings sets the whole outfit off, and the cat-eye sunglasses are so chic.

When it comes to footwear, can you ever go wrong with the best white sneakers? A must-have for anyone who wants to create that stylish capsule closet, white sneakers are an on-the-go shoe that is rated highly for both practicality and comfort. With everything from a slip skirt to denim, tailored trousers to a dress, white sneakers can do it all. Jessica opted for a platform style that gives extra height and has a modern chunky look to them, tapping into the latest fall/winter shoe trends 2025.

Get the look

Whether you need a new look for the office or want to upgrade your smart casual attire, relaxed tailoring will be your new fashion friend. With the cooler season here, you can always play around with color, as brown and burgundy hues are big news when it comes to the fall/winter fashion color trends for 2025. If you already own a navy two-piece or simply want to try a seasonal hue, utilize one of these trending tones to bring your look up to date.

Lucy Trievnor
Freelance Fashion Writer and Stylist

Lucy Trievnor is a fashion stylist and writer with a background that spans 10 years in the industry. Working across both personal and editorial styling, in addition to fashion journalism for online publications, has led to Lucy’s extensive knowledge of fashion brands, seasonal trends, and dressing for each individual body shape.

Lucy has styled and written for publications such as Red, Good Housekeeping, Prima, Metro and MailOnline. In addition to this, Lucy has been a personal stylist for John Lewis & Partners, helping customers with all their wardrobe needs.

When she’s not working, Lucy can be found running a 5k around the local park, hunting for books in the charity shops or enjoying a hot chocolate and a sweet treat.

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