STYLING

Shoulder pads: not just for the 80s

By Joanna Kyte, 17 July 2017

There’s something seriously Working Girl about inserting shoulder pads firmly into your style, and thanks to ASOS Insider Debbie, this power move just got a new-season twist.

ASOS Insider Debbie wearing a silk feel midi dress with shoulder pads | ASOS Fashion & Beauty Feed

Sleek chic

Sure, silk-feel wrap dresses are super-fancy, but add in a double dose of 80s shoulder pads and it turns into a freaking power outfit, too. An extra-embellished drop bag and rose-gold heels complete the 'this means business' evening look.

ASOS Insider Debbie wearing camel mac coat, a pastel t-shirt and light-wash denim jeans | ASOS Fashion & Beauty Feed

ASOS Insider Debbie wearing a camel mac coat and pastel pink t-shirt | ASOS Fashion & Beauty Feed

It's casual

Upgrading your day game is pretty breezy when you know how. Refresh your camel trench with some shoulder support and team with a pastel tee and light-wash denim. Reach for sassy barely there heels before taking on the world.

ASOS Debbie wearing a pink shoulder padded jacket | ASOS Fashion & Beauty Feed

ASOS Debbie wearing a pink suit jacket | ASOS Fashion & Beauty Feed

Think pink

To opt for a more fashion 'fit, fuchsia is your friend. This mega-shouldered, raspberry crop looks tasty-as when paired with pinstripe trousers and OTT sliders. Join the club.