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Women's fashion / Global

Cutting a dash

When you’re commuting, be it a stroll to the office or a short-haul business trip, comfort, practicality and a sharp look need to be top of the agenda.

Photography: Sacha Maric

Coat by Agnona, pullover by Cos, jeans by Roy Roger’s, shoes by GH Bass & Co, watch by Hermès, bag by Valextra

Jacket by Madisonblue, shirt by Holland & Holland, t-shirt by Sunspel, jeans by APC, pocket square by Drake’s, bag by Valextra, portfolio case by Porter, watch by Chopard

Coat by Herno, shirt by Norse Projects, trousers by Scye, trainers by Nike, bracelets by Tiffany & Co, bag by Valextra, key holder by APC

Coat by Sealup, jacket by Auralee, sweatshirt by Colmar, trousers by Bottega Veneta, trainers by Golden Goose Deluxe Brand, earrings by Miansai, bag by Hermès

Stylist: Kyoko Tamoto
Hair: Takuya Morimoto
Make-up: Lyz Marsden
Models: Eloisa Birleanu, Frida Munting

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