Perfectly Paired
A matching set is two pieces made to be worn together, and it's the easiest way to look put together without planning an outfit. The color and fabric already match, so you only need to choose the accessories. Better still, each piece also works on its own with the rest of your wardrobe. Here are four ways to style a set this fall, with sets from Go Silk and Sablyn.
1. The Neutral Edit
Soft neutrals and subtle prints make getting dressed feel effortless. Pair a matching Go Silk floral top and asymmetric lace-hem skirt in taupe and black with understated accessories for a polished, tonal look. Add a Go Silk cable knit sweater over the top on cooler days, Dear Frances ankle boots, a textured brown clutch from Nili Lotan, delicate silver jewelry from Chan Luu, and a Jenny Bird bracelet.
2. Dark & Sultry
Rich, moody colors and fluid shapes bring a little drama to the everyday. A plum satin top and lace-hem skirt from Go Silk is ready for an evening out. Add a sleek heel, like a metallic platform sandal from Chie Mihara, and delicate jewelry from Chan Luu, Dag Gioielli, and Jenny Bird.
3. The Art of Ease
Relaxed matching sets make off-duty dressing feel elevated. Style a navy Sablyn cardigan and matching wide-leg pants with loafers or mules, like the tasseled style from Isabel Marant. Add a Clare V woven belt bag, an Emerson Stone pendant, and a gold chain bracelet from Alexa Leigh. It's an outfit that goes wherever the day takes you.
4. Soft Meets Structure
Balance fluid pieces with tailored layers and structured accessories. Wear a Sablyn blue knit tank with bright blue wide-leg pants, and add a black blazer from TWP. Carry a structured black bag from Nili Lotan, add an Emerson Stone bracelet, and finish with navy platform sandals from Chie Mihara. Wear the set together, or mix each piece with your wardrobe favorites.
How to Style a Matching Set
- Wear it together first. The matched color and fabric make an instant outfit. Then break it up.
- Mix each piece with your favorites. Wear the skirt with a white tee, or the pants with a different knit, to get more outfits from the same purchase.
- Keep accessories understated. A matching set already looks finished, so choose slim jewelry and a clean shoe.
- Layer for the season. Add a cardigan, a blazer, or a cable knit sweater in a neutral shade to wear sets from fall into winter.
- Dress it up or down with shoes. Loafers and mules keep it casual, while a metallic platform or a boot makes it evening-ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a matching set? A matching set is a top and bottom, or a cardigan and pants, designed in the same color or print to be worn together. Many sets can also be worn separately.
Can you wear the pieces of a matching set separately? Yes. Pair the skirt or pants with a basic tee, a sweater, or a blouse, and wear the top with jeans or trousers. That gives you several outfits from one set.
How do you accessorize a matching set? Keep it simple. Choose delicate jewelry, a structured or textured bag in a neutral shade, and a shoe that suits the occasion.
What shoes go with a matching set? For relaxed sets, loafers or mules. For silk and satin sets, a heel or metallic platform for evening, or an ankle boot for day.
Shop Matching Sets at Romi Boutique
Ready to find your set? Shop matching sets and the full looks online, or stop by Romi Boutique at 624 Emerson Street in Palo Alto to try them on and build a look in person.
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