In truth, fashion influencers never take a day off from being accidentally stylish or from cutting fresh interpretations on current trends. As Friday afternoon switches the collective mood from professional to push-back time, wardrobes in London don't lose steam on style; rather they get all the cooler for it.
The hoodie may have found its way underneath Gucci suit jackets, and denim may be acceptable in the boardroom, but the blurred lines between at-work and at-play fashion need sharpening ever still in a world where the premium fashion houses lead catwalk collections with bombers and bikers. Especially if you work in an office with a laid-back dress code, you need to distinguish your Monday to Friday look from the weekend. Here's how.
Scroll down to see 16 fresh off-duty outfit ideas that will keep your Saturday/Sunday wardrobe elevated but on the down low.
On Margaret Zhang: Saint Laurent Leather-Trimmed Bomber Jacket (£1435); and Tibi skirt.
Style Notes: With the simple additional layering of a bomber jacket, your trench and suede skirt combo will look suitably chilled for Saturday morning gallery visits or Sunday afternoon trips to the flower market.
On Gilda Ambrosio: Vetements sweatshirt; and Kenzo trousers.
Style Notes: Swap your smart, work trousers for a pair of silk cargos, and layer your versatile, roomy knit over the top for a look that says "I'm not taking calls today, thanks."
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On Chiara Capitani: Loewe Logo Clutch (£425) available in metallic silver.
Style Notes: Nothing dials down a suit jacket quite like the hoodie (the urban staple that has fallen surprisingly into favour with the world's leading fash editors). Dig out your favourite now, but do wear it with luxury accessories to maintain a polished balance.
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On Lucy Williams: Topshop Boutique Suede Harrington Jacket (£195) and Marbles Patent Boots (£85).
Style Notes: Breton stripes teamed with a suede boyfriend jacket instantly spell out-of-hours fun. Add feminine touches with a round-handle bag and patent ankle boots.
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On Diletta Bonaiuti: Costume National trousers; Loewe T Pouch With Red Pin Clutch Bag (£550).
Style Notes: A baseball tee (partially tucked-in) will add a playful edge to crisp, wide-legged trousers. Try this formula for lunch dates between weekend hours.
On Camille Charrière: Joy the Store coat; and Rag & Bone Alexis Cashmere Sweater (£295).
Style Notes: Clash hot oranges and cherry reds underneath an oversize coat to take a style vacation from corporate black.
On Miroslava Duma: Truffleshuffle Coca Cola T-Shirt (£20); Vetements Straight-Leg Jeans (£880); Gabriela Hearst bag; Gucci Quilted Leather Mules (£380).
Style Notes: A slogan tee tucked into a pair of high-octane jeans will immediately lend chill factor to your trench coat and mules.
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On Model: Céline tunic; and Vetements Wide-Legged Trousers (£685).
Style Notes: Stripes, beiges and khakis are the go-to pieces for early spring garden parties and staycations. Keep the look relaxed but elevated with wide-leg trousers and deftly tailored tunics.
On Pernille Teisbaek: Gucci Silk-Trimmed Wool Blazer (£1200); Vetements Hoodie (£475), and Cotton-Blend Track Pants (£325).
Style Notes: A smart suit jacket lends a slick edge to tracksuits and makes up the perfect outfit for those weekend dashes to get all life-jobs completed before Monday morning. The finishing touch? Amplified sunglasses and barely there makeup.
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On Rebecca Murray: Ray-Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses (£125); Chloé Jane Shoulder Bag (£665) available in tan; Aquazzura Karlie Pumps (£440) available in patent black.
Style Notes: If you've got a social diary of smart engagements all weekend long but want to stay on the relaxed side of chic, shoulder robe your coat, wear your bag across your body and add a jersey turtleneck. Balance achieved!
On Natasha Goldenberg: Vetements Floral Dress (£1140); Loewe Large Puzzle Bag (£1795) available in grey; Gucci Jordaan Horsebit Loafers (£490).
Style Notes: A biker jacket, a beanie and some natty loafers will relax any number of silk dresses for Saturday window-shopping strolls. Get on it.
On Roberta Bentela: Saint Laurent jacket; J.W.Anderson Floral Sweater (£635); Simon Miller Bonsai Bag (£280 +shipping).
Style Notes: Swap out tailored trousers for burgundy jeans and an army green bomber to blend with the Primrose Hill off-duty vibe.
Style Notes: Climb down from those high mules, slip on a pair of brogues (worn with statement socks on display, of course) and walk everywhere.
On Olivia Palermo: Christian Dior Sideral Sunglasses (£271); Topshop Bomber Jacket (£85); Tibi top; Rag & Bone leather trousers (shop similar style); Christian Louboutin Toerless Muse Suede Shoes (£625).
Style Notes: Your favourite leather trousers and heels can be toned down with a messy updo and a slick bomber jacket for weekend struts across the urban jungle.
On Donna Wallace: Louis Vuitton Twist MM Bag (£2300).
Style Notes: A bright colour palette will place your mindset in Saturday mode, so go for bright blues and soft buttery tones.
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On Sofia Grau: Zara cardigan; Chloé Faye Suede Bag (£575); Aquazzura boots.
Style Notes: A long cardigan belted over a midi dress is a sure-fire way to stamp "out-of-office" on your wardrobe. Apply at 5.30 p.m. on Friday.
Which off-duty outfit is your favourite? Let us know in the comment box below.
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