Diane Keaton’s chic masterclass: A look at the fashionable legacy the Hollywood icon left behind

Itrsquos hard to describe Diane Keatonrsquos glorious legacy as anything but iconic The way she embraced and lived the mantra of lsquopersonal stylersquo was fearless At a time when celebrity style is dictated largely by cookiecutter microtrends her presence highlights how a compelling aesthetic can rewrite the rules of fashion instead of being beholden to themSanjana Bubber DivechaSo striking was her unmistakable look that she remains one of the few screen legends to borrow from her own wardrobe when dressing for her titular character in Annie Hall Her red carpet moments bypassed frilly frocks for menrsquos suiting and her ability to somehow make even the boxiest vests and pants feel feminine remains a skill worth studying and emulatingldquoDiane Keatonrsquos influence on androgynous dressing and timeless tailoring will live on forever Few women could make a suit look so effortlessly powerful feminine and individual all at once Her timeless style was defined by neutral palettes structured silhouettes and a touch of playfulnessrdquo shares designer Sanjana Bubber Divecha who shares with us key wardrobe pieces from Keatonrsquos wardrobe that are androgynous musthavesPeakedlapel tuxedo jacketDiane Keaton in a classic tuxedo jacket CourtesyofficialdappertomboyKeaton was partial to a classic black tuxedo jacket with a peaked satin lapel and Chinese collar Today it stands out as an expression of authority and quiet luxury She often wore hers with a crisp white shirt a wide belt and her signature jetblack bowler hat If yoursquore keen to get your hands on a tuxedo jacket Divecha recommends paying close attention to the fabric mdash lightweight or crepe wool that feels luxe but has a matte finish and drapes beautifully is a great option ldquoKeep your look monotone black or white from head to toe and let the tailoring speak for itselfrdquo Divecha addsPatterns over solidsThe checked trench coat look PIC CourtesyralphlaurenKeatonrsquos checked trench coat look which she layered over a grey twotoned wool suit and a black turtleneck at the Academy Awards was striking tonal tailored and textural in equal parts ldquoHer genius was in the use of menswear fabrics and classic patterns such as checks stripes and polka dots and her styling that made them feel modern and feminine through belts shoes and other structured accessoriesrdquo says Divecha Without replicating the look to the tee her formula can be emulated with a mostly neutral colour palette comprising black white and beiges and adding a textural or visual pop through chunky jewellery a boutonniegravere or a polkadot pocket squareWhite Nehru jacketKeatonrsquos allwhite Nehrucollar floorlength jacket is quite reminiscent of a sherwani and she wore this layered over a pleated skirt Her look was minimal and sculptural and accented with a single string of pearls Keaton wore this look to the Golden Globe Awards in 2004 during which she won Best Actress for her role in Somethingrsquos Gotta GiveKeatonrsquos allwhite Nehru collar jacket CourtesygoldenglobesOther ways you can combine Indian and Western formalwear staples includegtgt Pick a sari in an unconventional pattern such as houndstooth stripes or polka dots and add a bold belt to define your waistgtgt Go monotone from head to toe and mix materials such as tweed crepe or seersuckergtgt Pair a satin sleeveless top or a turtleneck with simple yet statement accessories and menswearinspired bottoms Alternatively wear a formal blazer and tie in matching fabric with a fishtail skirtUnconventional threepiece suitldquoA lesserknown but equally signature Keaton moment was her appearance in a striped seersucker threepiece suit The beauty of seersucker lies in its texture mdash the puckered weave traps air keeping it light and breathable This fabric is perfect for warm or humid climates and day looksrdquo says Divecha Keaton wore the suit with a matching tie and her signature thick belt cinching the waist and balancing masculine tailoring with a feminine silhouette Each element of the look can be styled in versatile ways mdash for instance the striped blazer can be paired with white trousers and a pastel shirt a straw bag and a hat