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21 Practical Picks to Master Fashion’s Utilitarian Trend

By Heather Cichowski

“Practical” is considered a dirty word in fashion. Fun and fantasy generate the most interest and likes. And fashion is still enthralled with whimsical trends as evidenced by the popularity of beaded bags, feather accents and the circus trend. But the desire to have easy, chic pieces is strong and has translated into utilitarian dressing. Utility pieces are as trusty and versatile as a T-shirt or jeans, just a touch crisper. Utilitarian styles are the new basics that make getting dressed easy.
A layered utilitarian look.
A safari jacket is a street style must; Image: Imaxtree
Trenches, vests, boilersuits, button-down shirts, cargo pants and everything and anything with pockets are key to the look. Crisp fabrics, lack of superfluous details and color palettes of beige, brown and green are also musts. But designers haven’t forgotten about style by putting utilitarian twists on unexpected pieces or playing with surprising fabrics and colors. Here are 21 must-have pieces that combine form and function.

Utilitarian Dressing

  • Zara

    Zara

    Ground Tone Utility Skort, $49.90 at Zara

  • Citizens of Humanity

    Citizens of Humanity

    Una Surplus Pant, $218 at Free People

  • & Other Stories

    & Other Stories

    Cotton Utilitarian Midi Dress, $119 at & Other Stories

  • Boohoo

    Boohoo

    Croc Utility Front Bag in Black, $15 at Boohoo

  • ALDO

    ALDO

    Gochal Cognac Boots, $140 at ALDO

  • COS

    COS

    Belted Wrap Skirt, $115 at COS

  • H&M

    H&M

    Vest With Collar, $34.99 at H&M

  • IRO

    IRO

    Harmony Belted Cotton Tapered Pants, $275 at Net-a-Porter

  • Topshop

    Topshop

    Utility Short Sleeve Blazer, $110 at Topshop

  • Madewell

    Madewell

    Utility Wide-Leg Pants, $95 at Madewell

  • Violeta by Mango

    Violeta by Mango

    Checkered Linen Trench, $169.99 at Mango

  • Self Portrait

    Self Portrait

    Camel Miniskirt, $300 at Shopbop

  • Urban Outfitters

    Urban Outfitters

    Faux Leather Utility Vest, $89 at Urban Outfitters

  • Rails

    Rails

    Rowen Jacket, $228 at Shopbop

  • Rag & Bone

    Rag & Bone

    Boa Grosgrain-Trimmed Lyocell-Blend Playsuit, $450 at Net-a-Porter

  • Vince

    Vince

    Utility Skirt, $345 at Vince

  • ModCloth

    ModCloth

    The Portland Pant in Black, $69 at ModCloth

  • Veja

    Veja

    V 10 Sneaker, $140 at Revolve

  • Apiece Apart

    Apiece Apart

    Deia Jumpsuit in Slipper, $395 at Apiece Apart

  • Ganni

    Ganni

    Two-Tone Shell Shorts, $170 at Net-a-Porter

  • J.Crew

    J.Crew

    2011 Icon Trench, $228 at J.Crew

Heather Cichowski
Heather Cichowski

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