Every season, the runway shows bring a handful of It pieces to the fore and determine the trends that will dominate the months ahead. This spring, nestled in among the bold colours, frothy skirting and exuberant handbags were suits. And they were sharp in every way. Saint Laurent presented an '80s-inspired capsule of refined tailoring and the likes of Dries Van Noten and Stella McCartney followed suit (excuse the pun!) with tailored top halves combined with silk trousers for an unexpected air of nonchalance.
The news of suits on the runway this season was well received by many, particularly people needing to adhere to a formal dress code (where the common consensus is that it can be lackluster), but even to the most casual and stylish of dresses. In 2025, suits flirt with elegance and transcend just a blazer and trouser combo, instead encompassing everything from soft summer tailoring and silken two-pieces to directional pairings that feel fresher than ever.
One of SS25's heroes lauded by the fashion set is a structured design complete with a nipped-in silhouette (like Wardrobe NYC's sell-out Twill Blazer dress, for example), where the rigidity paired with shapely element equals the ultimate power suit. Other styles gaining popularity are extremely relaxed vintage iterations, and even skirt suits, which see a pencil skirt paired with a matching blazer, cropped or not.
If, like me and the rest of the fashion crowd, spring 2025 is the season you invest in a great two-piece then look no further than my edit of the best suits available now that work for all and every occasion this season, from weddings and work to weekend plans.
Shop the Best Suits for Women:
The Best Wool Suits:
Arket blazers are highly rated among fashion editors.
The full set feels inherently '80s which feels like a direct reference to the SS25 catwalk.
I love this cropped silhouette.
These look great with a cashmere knit, too.
Simply stunning.
I'd also pair these with sandals and a crisp white shirt.
Peek this languid shape with an extended fit. It'll work particularly well for taller women.
Comprising 100% wool and a classic high waist silhouette.
Look no further than Serena Bute's expert tailoring for investment pieces that will last a lifetime.
These trousers will work hard for you all year round.
The Best Trouser Suits:
Look how chic this blazer looks with jeans!
But is also pairs perfectly with the trousers of coursre.
If you prefer cinched in silhouettes, opt for styles like the above.
The easiest way to venture into low slung styles is with a blazer atop.
A cult classic.
A lot of the Who What Wear team has tried these and can vouch for their fit and quality.
A beauty!
This styling proves how hard a two-piece can work in your wardrobe all year round.
Chocolate brown is a colour trend that is sticking around.
Add the matching waistcoat for an even more put-together look.
The Best Skirt Suits:
The tonal check and concealed buttons loan this style a premium touch.
Destree are reimagining suits for lovers of dress and skirts.
There's fun to be had with saturated colourways.
This '90s style mini can be worn in and outside of a work environment.
A skirt suit looks so stylish when you swap the blazer for a waistcoat like the above.
For days when you don't fancy the set, wear this with a poplin shirt and heeled mules.
Classic and classy.
WARDROBE.NYC always delivers when it comes to timeless yet trendy pieces.
To really cement your stylish status, opt for a suede suit this season.
Isn't the skirt just gorgeous?
The Best Linen Suits:
This is one to bookmark for spring and summer, for this year and next.
I just know these would be so comfy.
Such a gorgeous netural.
You could pair the blazer with any linen trousers of choice, but mine would be this drawstring pair.
I always turn to Whistles for standout pieces.
I'll be copying this entire outfit next week!
What a colour! This would also make for a great wedding guest outfit.
The perfect wide-legs.
Reformation might be know for its dresses, but don't sleep on it's tailoring.
Available in petite, regular or tall.
The Best Short and Capri Suits:
A spring-time blazer comprising cotton and linen will keep you cool when the weather gets warmer.
Mark my words, capri pant suits will be everywhere this year.
You'll also be seeing a surge of cropped blazers this season.
This suit is made even better with the addition of capris.
The pinstripe motif is timeless.
Add shorts to your suit look to refresh your workwear arsenal.
This is a fun choice for a bride-to-be.
You can also style this blazer over a slip dress.
