Shiv Roy dressed like someone who never needed to prove she had money. Across four seasons of the show, her wardrobe came down to tailored suits, cashmere turtlenecks, wide-leg trousers and plain silk dresses, built from heritage labels in the vein of Brunello Cucinelli. Fit came first, fabric second, and logos never. What I find useful about her closet is how narrow it is. Most of her outfits are the same few shapes in different neutrals, which makes them easy to rebuild. The twenty looks below take her style apart piece by piece, for the office and for the rest of the week.
Wide-Leg Trousers That Hang the Way Hers Do
Almost every outfit in her wardrobe relies on a wide-leg trouser, and it's the piece most people get wrong. The fabric needs enough weight to fall straight from the hip. Wool crepe, wool gabardine and heavier twills hang cleanly; thin polyester and lightweight linen swing and cling to the legs as you walk.
Rise matters as much as fabric. A high rise that sits at the natural waist makes the leg look long and lets a blouse or knit tuck in neatly. I always hem wide-leg trousers with the shoes I'll actually wear, leaving the hem about a finger's width above the floor, so the trousers cover most of the shoe without dragging.
- Front crease: pressed in, it makes even a very wide leg look tailored.
- Pockets: slanted side pockets lie flatter than straight ones across the hip.
- Waistband: a small amount of hidden stretch at the back helps if you sit all day.
1. Camel Coat with Cashmere Turtleneck and Wide-Leg Trousers
A long camel coat is where her wardrobe starts. Choose a double-faced coat in the style of Max Mara, worn over a cream fine-gauge cashmere turtleneck and wide-leg trousers in sand or beige. Double-faced wool has no separate lining, so it drapes softly and looks the same inside and out when it swings open. Pointed suede pumps in a matching neutral keep the leg line going. A small top-handle bag, gold hoops and tortoiseshell sunglasses are all it needs. People who know will recognise the quality; everyone else just sees a good coat.
2. Monochrome Gray Tailored Suit with Silk Blouse
Her corporate power era ran on a grey suit. A single-button blazer in charcoal or dove grey with matching cigarette trousers ending just above the ankle, plus a champagne silk pussy-bow blouse to soften it. A single button is more forgiving than two: the jacket closes at the natural waist and the lapels make a long V. Black pointed pumps with a modest heel, a fine gold chain, small diamond studs and a leather-strap watch. One colour from shoulder to ankle makes you look taller, which is half the point.
3. Black Turtleneck with High-Waisted Plaid Trousers
After her second-season shift, a black turtleneck with plaid trousers became one of her signature looks. Tuck a fine merino or cashmere turtleneck into high-waisted wide-leg trousers with a grey or navy windowpane check on a dark base. Fine knit is essential; anything thicker bunches at the waistband and spoils the tuck. A slim black belt with a small gold buckle joins the two, and pointed black ankle boots ground it. Gold hoops, a chain bracelet and a signet ring. It's as suited to a presentation as to a difficult family dinner.
4. Cream Blazer with Beige Wide-Leg Trousers and Neutral Bodysuit
Her fourth-season opener featured a tonal beige suit that got people talking, and not all of it kindly. For a more flattering version, start with a slightly oversized cream wool-crepe blazer over a smooth neutral bodysuit that stays tucked all day. A bodysuit is the trick I'd suggest to anyone wearing high-waisted trousers, because there's no fabric bunching under the waistband. Beige wide-leg trousers with a soft drape, nude patent slingbacks, a structured beige tote and a gold chain. The pale palette reads approachable and in control at the same time.
5. Navy Tailored Suit with White Button-Down Shirt
A navy suit with a crisp white shirt is classic corporate dressing at its most dependable. A two-button navy blazer with sharp shoulders and a defined waist, matching straight-leg trousers, and a pressed cotton-poplin shirt with the top button open. Poplin holds its shape under a jacket far better than a soft oxford cloth. Navy suede pumps lengthen the leg, and a slim gold watch and pearl studs add refinement. A navy or burgundy top-handle bag finishes it. No branding at all, just good tailoring.
6. Brown Monochrome Suit with Fitted Bodysuit
Season four of *Succession* also gave us her head-to-toe brown suit, one of her most debated looks. To wear it in a more deliberate way, take a long brown wool-blend blazer open over a fitted dark-brown bodysuit, with matching relaxed wide-leg trousers. Brown loafers with a small gold horsebit add a menswear touch. I'd keep the shades of brown close but not identical; an exact match can look like a uniform, while a slightly darker top adds depth. A thin gold chain, a single ring and a compact brown shoulder bag.
7. Beige Turtleneck with Dark-Wash Jeans and Leather Jacket
Her off-duty dressing is still carefully considered. Pair a lightweight beige cashmere turtleneck with high-rise dark straight-leg jeans in a clean wash without whiskering. A soft black leather jacket with very little hardware goes over the top. Leather jackets should fit at the shoulder and end at the hip, or they'll look borrowed over a knit. Black suede block-heel ankle boots keep it polished, with a black crossbody, aviators and a slim gold bracelet. It looks relaxed without ever looking careless.
8. Sweetheart-Neck Sundress with Strappy Sandals
In the Tuscany episode of season three, she wore a sweetheart-neck sundress, and it's a good model for warm-weather polish. Look for a midi in sapphire or emerald with gentle ruching through the bodice. The fabric is what matters: substantial silk or heavyweight crepe skims the body, while lightweight rayon clings and shows sweat in summer heat. Low strappy sandals in gold or nude, a fine pendant, a slim chain bracelet, big sunglasses and a small woven clutch. It's modest enough for a family wedding and still strong enough to be noticed.
9. Halter-Neck Midi Dress in a Jewel Tone
She often chose a halter for evening. Pick a halter midi in burgundy or teal, in heavy silk or crepe de chine. The halter draws attention to the shoulders and face, and a midi hem keeps it suitable for formal dinners. Skip the necklace, because the neckline already frames the face; a slim gold cuff and diamond or pearl studs are enough. I'd check how the strap sits at the back of the neck, since a thin tie can dig in over a long evening. Dark pointed pumps and a small satin or leather bag.
10. Structured Black Column Dress for Evening
For proper evening wear, a structured black column dress is her answer. Long or midi, with a high neck, either long-sleeved or sleeveless, and a narrow shape with a few seams doing all the detail. The fabric needs weight, such as wool crepe, heavy silk or viscose twill, because a thin black dress shows every line underneath and looks cheap in photographs. Black pointed pumps and a small satin clutch. Choose one serious piece of jewelry, perhaps a line bracelet, and keep the earrings small.
11. Gray Houndstooth Suit with Minimal Accessories
Houndstooth is one of the few patterns that fits quiet luxury, and she's worn it memorably. A fitted grey-and-black houndstooth blazer with matching wide-leg trousers, over a plain black silk camisole or fine knit. The smaller the check, the quieter it reads; a large houndstooth looks bolder and adds visual width. Black suede pumps with a low heel, a black top-handle bag and simple gold jewelry: thin chain, small hoops, watch. It brings some personality to a week of plain suits.
12. Ivory Silk Blouse with High-Waisted Navy Trousers
A silk blouse with navy trousers works in every season. Choose an ivory silk blouse with a soft V-neck and a gentle gathered sleeve, tucked into high-waisted wide-leg navy trousers with a sharp front crease. Ivory is easier to wear than bright white against most skin tones, and silk with a matte finish hides wrinkles better than a high-shine one. Navy suede pumps, a thin brown belt, a structured navy bag, pearl drops and a fine gold chain finish it. Cream and navy together look rich without anything showy.
13. White Monochromatic Suit with Gold Jewelry
She's also worn crisp white suits, and they're among the boldest outfits a neutral wardrobe can offer. A single-breasted white blazer with sharp lapels over a white silk camisole, with matching straight-leg trousers. White suiting must be thick enough that pockets and lining don't show through; I'd hold the trousers up to a window before buying. Nude patent pumps keep the line clean, and warm gold jewelry is the only contrast, along with a caramel structured bag. Best for spring and summer events.
14. Cashmere Crewneck Sweater with Midi Skirt and Knee-High Boots
For cooler days when a suit is too much, a cashmere crewneck with a bias-cut satin midi is softer but still polished. Pick oatmeal, camel or dove grey for the knit and a satin in a matching tone. Bias-cut skirts cling over the hips and show any line beneath, so I'd plan smooth underwear and choose a satin heavy enough to fall straight. Black or dark brown knee-highs with a low block heel add structure. Finish with a long gold pendant, a slim belt and a top-handle bag.
15. Double-Breasted Blazer with Matching Trousers
The double-breasted blazer is one of the strongest shapes in her wardrobe. Charcoal or midnight navy, strong shoulders, peak lapels, worn over a plain white or cream shell, with matching straight trousers cropped just above the ankle. Double-breasted jackets look best buttoned, so I'd always buy one that closes easily without pulling at the buttons. Black pointed pumps, a slim gold watch, diamond studs and a structured black briefcase-style bag suit a serious meeting.
16. Olive Green Tailored Suit with Neutral Shell
Neutrals don't have to mean beige and grey, and olive is a good alternative she's worn well. A single-breasted olive blazer, matching straight-leg trousers and a cream shell underneath. Brown leather accessories, the slim belt, pointed pumps and structured bag, warm up the green. Olive flatters warm and neutral skin tones most; if yours is very cool, a cream shell close to the face helps. Fine gold jewelry finishes it, and the suit works hardest through autumn and winter.
17. Navy Knit Midi Dress with Pointed-Toe Pumps
The knit midi dress was one of the costume team's favourite pieces for her. A fine-gauge navy knit with a high neck, long sleeves and a close shape ending below the knee. A fine knit like this is less forgiving than it looks; I'd check that it skims rather than clings around the hips, or size up. Black or nude patent pumps, a slim gold chain and a structured shoulder bag. It's heavy enough to wear alone and slim enough to go under a camel coat or trench, which makes it one of the easiest pieces on this list.
18. Black Sleeveless Turtleneck with Cream Wide-Leg Trousers
A black sleeveless fine-knit turtleneck with cream wide-leg trousers is a high-contrast pairing that still looks restrained. The sleeveless knit works alone in warm weather and slides neatly under a blazer when it's cooler. Cream trousers with a fluid drape move as you walk. I'd keep the black belt slim and the pumps pointed, so the eye travels in one line from waist to toe. Gold chain bracelet, small hoops and a fine necklace add warmth, and a black structured bag finishes it.
19. Pinstripe Suit with Minimal Gold Jewelry
Pinstripes sit between traditional corporate dressing and modern power dressing. A charcoal or navy pinstripe blazer with one button and matching wide-leg trousers, over a white or cream silk shell. Fine, widely spaced pinstripes look quieter than bold chalk stripes, and vertical lines make the figure look longer. Black pointed pumps and a black top-handle bag. Jewelry stays very small: a thin chain, tiny studs, perhaps a signet ring.
20. Max Mara Camel Coat Over an All-Black Base
A long camel coat over an all-black base is the combination I'd call the most complete in this style. Take a double-faced, unbelted coat with clean lines and throw it over a fine black turtleneck and black straight-leg trousers. Black suede ankle boots and a black shoulder bag keep the base unbroken, and layered gold chains with medium hoops are the only contrast. Camel over black is warmer than black on black and sharper than camel on cream. A coat like this signals understated wealth without a single logo.
Plaid, Houndstooth and Pinstripe Kept Quiet
This style does use pattern, but only in a narrow range. Windowpane checks, houndstooth and pinstripes all come from traditional suiting, which is why they fit in. What they share is low contrast and small scale. Grey on charcoal or navy on black looks quiet; a black-and-white check twice the size looks loud and adds width.
I limit a patterned outfit to one patterned piece, or a matching suit in the same pattern. Everything else stays plain, usually black, cream or a shade pulled from the pattern itself. Mixing two different checks is where this style falls apart. Patterned suits also show alterations more than plain ones, so ask your tailor to keep the stripe or check aligned at the seams.
Bringing Boardroom Suits Into a Relaxed Office
In a more casual workplace, wear the suit jacket with dark jeans, or the trousers with a fine knit instead of a blouse. The pieces stay the same; only the pairings change, which keeps the wardrobe small.
Restraint Is the Whole Wardrobe
Shiv Roy's wardrobe on *Succession* was a lesson in dressing with restraint. Her looks show that this style isn't about spending a fortune on labels but about fit, good fabric and a disciplined palette. Turtlenecks, wide-leg trousers, single-colour suits, camel coats and knit midi dresses are the pieces it's built on. Choose one look for your next meeting and one for the weekend, and get the trousers hemmed properly. That alone makes most of the difference.
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