Matching Sets, Worn Like They Are the Whole Idea

Matching Sets, Worn Like They Are the Whole Idea

The matching set has become the easiest way to look put together. Knit, tailored and printed versions are all on the rise this fall. This edit pairs the pieces that were made for each other.

Dressing in one decision

A matching set removes the guesswork of getting dressed. The pieces are chosen to work together, which means the effort is already done by the time you open the closet.

More tops

Knit sets lead for fall, because they are warm and comfortable at once. Tops do the quiet work in an edit like this, changing an outfit more than they seem to.

Still more tops

Tailored suiting sets are the polished option and work for the office. These are the pieces to pair with whatever is already in the closet.

Even more tops

Printed sets are the vacation version, worn with plain sandals. A new top is the smallest change that still looks new.

Trousers and shorts

The best trick is to split the set and wear each piece with something else. The bottom half decides the proportion, so these are worth choosing carefully.

More trousers and shorts

Knit sets lead for fall, because they are warm and comfortable at once. Trousers and shorts set the tone for everything above them.

Still more trousers and shorts

Tailored suiting sets are the polished option and work for the office. Easy, wearable and a good place to be a little bit adventurous.

Skirts

Printed sets are the vacation version, worn with plain sandals. Skirts are the easiest way to change the mood of a plain top.

More skirts

The best trick is to split the set and wear each piece with something else. These range from short and sharp to long and fluid.

Knitwear

Knit sets lead for fall, because they are warm and comfortable at once. Knits bring the cold-weather texture that the season needs.

Jackets

Tailored suiting sets are the polished option and work for the office. A good layer is what turns a simple outfit into a complete one.

More from the edit

Printed sets are the vacation version, worn with plain sandals. A few more pieces from the edit that did not fit the other groups.

Getting two outfits from one set

Wear the top with jeans and the bottom with a plain tee. You will get more out of it than the label suggests.