In 1914 Coco Chanel designed her first suit, which was a fur trimmed jacket and ankle length skirt. Since the 19th century, women in suits has developed from the European era of heavy pieces of clothing to now in the 21st century being seen as everyday wear in the office.

A structured fit, sharp finishes and clean lines give the everyday working woman class and power. Women in suits has become more of a fashion trend and office choice, a full jacket and fitted pant add a level of seriousness and professionalism. A basic pant suit is a wardrobe must have as suited full length pants help give extra height for a tall slim look. Fitted jackets and blazers help broaden shoulders and enhance an upright posture.

Women in suits bends the line of social gender expectations and are also been seen as fashion forward and trend savvy outfit. It demonstrates masculinity but also a level of sexiness with a woman in menswear.

Every woman should invest a fitted suit this season to add a level of sophistocation to their work wardrobe. Black and navy blue are the perfect colour choices to try this trend with a light coloured shirt to go underneath and just add a simple black pump heal to ensure you strut out in style.