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Dubbed the “groutfit,” (an all-gray outfit) can bring drab sweatsuits or a stale corporate uniform to mind. But the subtle shade is more than a boring boardroom staple. The Fall 2023 runways made a compelling case for the color. In Milan, Miu Miu and Prada opened their shows with covetable gray crewneck sweaters, while Bottega Veneta and Ferragamo used the shade in oversized suiting and outerwear. In Paris, Jonathan Anderson’s take on a gray knit skirt suit made waves at Loewe.
Dressing in all gray is an elegant way to embrace the monochromatic trend. The groutfit is softer than all black, and less in your face than Barbiecore-pink. All gray makes a polished statement, and elevates many outfit iterations - from schoolgirl skirts to sweater sets. And, as an added bonus, timeless gray wardrobe pieces will likely evolve into closet staples that you’ll continue to turn to again and again. For ideas on how to embrace the groutfit, look no further than our edit below.
The Grow-Up Pleats
A pleated schoolgirl skirt feels surprisingly grown-up when paired with a sharp blazer in shades of dark gray.
The Slouchy Suit
The slouchy, oversized shape of these trousers takes them out of corporate-casual territory and into high fashion. Pair them with an equally oversized shirt and wool jacket.
The ’90s Minimalism
Find your inner Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in a sleek, gray combination of a sleeveless turtleneck and prim blazer. Add a wide headband for extra effect.
The Knit Approach
Upgrade your AM bodega run with this soft, gray sweater set from Liana. Khaite’s Bontin coat streamlines the look to a satisfying degree.
The Satin Skirt Route
Channel Miu Miu’s harried librarian from the Fall 2023 runways in a sweater set, satin skirt, and the all-important sheer black stocking.
The Off-Duty Look
For a more polished take on tomboy dressing, try a sweater vest and menswear trousers in gray mixed with neutrals.
