A little know-how. A look that’s yours.

THE KNOWN BEAUTY LIBRARY

Complete the look.

Women's and men's outfit formulas with each piece explained: clothing, shoes, bags and accessories. Explore plus-size and petite fit choices, then adapt the pieces to your own wardrobe.

212 guides to explore

Style · 3 min read

A relaxed skirt suit for work

Start with a relaxed jacket, a skirt you can stride in and an untucked shirt.

Outfit guide
Style · 8 min read

Jenna Ortega-inspired dark romantic outfit for petites

Build this outfit around an opaque black midi dress, a short charcoal jacket and comfortable flat ankle boots. Check the dress waist, sleeve length and walking space before choosing accessories.

Outfit guide
Style · 8 min read

Olivia Rodrigo-inspired oxblood plaid skirt outfit for petites

Let an oxblood-and-black checked skirt lead, with a black knit, small cream collar and flat Mary Janes. Fit the skirt waistband and jacket separately, then check the hem with the tights and shoes you will wear.

Outfit guide
Style · 3 min read

How to add a brooch to a winter outfit

Practise with the coat laid flat: choose a supported area of lapel, secure the brooch according to its fastening and check it with your bag strap.

Outfit guide · Plus-size fit
Style · 3 min read

A velvet blazer outfit for the party season

Let a green velvet blazer be the texture, then use a fine black roll-neck, charcoal trousers and comfortable black shoes.

Outfit guide · General fit
Style · 3 min read

A field jacket for smart-casual menswear

Use the field jacket as a practical outer layer over a light shirt, with charcoal trousers and brown boots.

Outfit guide · Plus-size fit
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Make room inside a lined denim jacket

If a lined denim jacket feels cramped, compare the lining, sleeve room and inner-layer thickness separately.

Outfit guide · Plus-size fit
Style · 6 min read

Dev Patel-inspired navy work suit outfit

Build a considered work outfit around a navy suit, white shirt and burgundy tie, with fit checked seated and moving.

Outfit guide · General fit