Strong Suit

A street-smart attitude is putting the "pow" back into power suits.

above: McQ by Alexander McQueen's acetate and rayon suit cut with sharp Eighties lines. Kova & T's cotton T-shirt. Russell Jones earrings and VPL boots.

Clean lines and body-conscious shapes yield an Eighties feel with just the right amount of bite.

Kerrigan’s sueded cotton and spandex dress. Russell Jones earrings; Daryl K boots; Jenny Yuen handbag.

Pencey’s silk jumpsuit. Russell Jones earrings; Daryl K boots.

DKNY Jeans’ nylon dress. Jenny Yuen belt; Russell Jones ring; VPL boots

Imitation of Christ’s rayon and nylon vest worn with Kova & T’s Tencel and rayon dress. Sophie Gardner ring; VPL boots.

Karen Millen’s wool and viscose jacket paired with a viscose and nylon dress from Members Only. Sophie Gardner earrings; VPL boots.

PHOTOS BY TALAYA CENTENO;

MODEL: DANIELLE Z;

HAIR AND MAKEUP BY VANESSA EVELYN AT PETRA ALEXANDRA;

SET DESIGN BY KATHERINE RUSCH;

FASHION ASSISTANT: ASHLEY GILROY