Putting together an elegant party outfit is about as close to impossible as winning the lottery or getting a table at NYC's Polo Bar… the two concepts just don't really go together. Yet Anya Taylor-Joy managed to create one seemingly with ease for the Emmys after party she attended last night. For the event in West Hollywood, the The Menu actress chose an all-black ensemble consisting of a black leather miniskirt, matching go-go boots, and an hourglass-shaped blazer that added just the right amount of formality and glamour to the otherwise fun and playful look.
Hourglass silhouettes like Taylor-Joy's are quickly becoming some of 2024's most sought-after items, with trending styles by designer labels like Alaïa, Tory Burch, Versace, and Gabriela Hearst, as well as more affordable options that can be found at Aritzia, Reformation, and Helsa. Below, scroll through 15 of my favorite nipped-in, structural pieces, each of which is more elegant than the next.
WHO: Anya Taylor-Joy
Shop the hourglass trend:
When spring rolls around, this linen blazer will be a regular piece in your rotation.
Every fashion person I know either owns this dress or wants to.
The shape on this blazer is just stunning.
Liberowe's quality is truly next level.
The WWW team was freaking out when this dress dropped.
I can't believe this peplum sweater-jacket is still in stock.
I dream about this Gabriela Hearst jacket and probably will for the rest of my life.
Pretty doesn't even begin to describe this minidress.
You bet this one's already going viral.
Bring on all the red. Never stop.
I asked my co-workers for hourglass blazers and they all suggested this one.
Obsessed.
This one's giving Ali MacGraw in Love Story vibes.
Just wow.
Sale alert!
-
4 Polished Ways NYC Girls Style Puffer JacketsWithout sacrificing their style.
-
Hailey Bieber Just Used the TikTok Styling Hack That Will Actually Go the DistanceI'm going to use it this weekend.
-
I'm Clearing Out These Winter Trends and Buying These 7 Anti-Trend Alts InsteadThis for that.
-
Everything You Need to Look Elegant in 2025 Just Arrived at Nordstrom—EnjoyNew year, new clothes.
-
Lisa Wore the Elegant Jacket Trend That'll Instantly Elevate Your Basic JeansAnd more looks from the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
-
From Fresh Tees to Classic Denim—30 Basics I'd Happily Unwrap This Holiday SeasonVery practical gifting.
-
It's Not Denim's Fault That Chic People Prefer This Stylish Fall Pant TrendIt's too good.
-
J.Lo Just Debuted a New Way to Wear This "Boring" Blazer Trend That Feels So 2025BRB, I'm adding one to my cart.
