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From classic capes knotted around necks as an additional layer to built-in styles, the design detail was spotted across the autumn/winter 2025 runways at the likes of Chanel and Ralph Lauren

A chunky belt grounds the silhouette while adding sculptural dimension

Creative director of Savile Row house Gieves & Hawkes John Harrison agrees: There is definitely an easing up on tailoring

Then Ive got one for you! It was like at the end of Gladiator when he comes out and hes like, Are you not entertained?

The style originated in the 1940s, and is often credited to lingerie designer Sylvia Pedlar, who created the ultra-short nightgown (and matching bloomers) in response to wartime fabric rationing

Another way to create a personal style was wearing accessories