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Originally dubbed the “groutfit,” an all gray look can bring drab sweatsuits or a stale corporate uniform to mind. But the subtle shade is more than a boring boardroom staple. The fall 2024 runways made a compelling case for the color. This season, Prada showed updated skirt sets in the shade, while Miu Miu made the case for piling on gray wools. In Paris, Jonathan Anderson’s take on oversized gray suiting 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 red or avocado green. 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.
Vogue’s Favorite Grey Staples:
- The Charming Cardigan: Theory cashmere cardigan, $325
- The Polished Midi: Mango marbled wool skirt, $130
- The Wool Overcoat: Wilfred The Only coat, $350
- The Relaxed Blazer: Massimo Dutti double-breasted blazer, $280
- The Easy Tee: FM 669 Little t-shirt, $120
- The Preppy Polo: Khaite Gulliame polo top, $2,100
- The Sultry Slip: Gwyneth slip dress, $98
- The Layerable Sweater Vest: Madewell v-neck sweater vest, $128
- The Everyday Jean: Agolde Low Slung baggy jeans, $258
The Ladylike Look
Pencil skirts are back and looking particularly polished in shades of gray. Pair yours with chunky brogues and a leather jacket to take it from office to off-duty.
Sultry Yet Subdued
Channel your inner Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in a sleek, gray combination of a slip dress and overcoat. Add a wide headband and knee-high boots to hammer the look home.
Prep School Chic
A polo and pleated midiskirt read more unexpected in shades of gray. Sheer tights and a pair of kitten heels take the look out of twee and into polished maturity.
Slouchy Suiting
The relaxed oversized shape of this suit pushes it out of corporate-casual territory and into high fashion. Add a sweater vest and chunky loafers for extra style cred.
Soft Separates
Upgrade your AM bodega-run with this soft, gray knit skirt from Leset. An oversized coat and sleek mules streamline the look to a satisfying degree.
Weekend Wears
For a more polished take on your usual jeans and sweater, try the look in monochromatic grays. Black and white accessories make it pop.
