Go for a narrow, slimming style that hits midthigh to accentuate your shape.

The wintry pattern also instantly updates those flirty floralfrocksyou wore all summerlonger life for the clothes you love!

Coat, H&M, $30.

Image may contain Human Person Clothing Apparel and Costume

Dress, Jill Stuart, $498.

Sweater, DKNY, $195.

Hat, Eugenia Kim, $231.

This image may contain Human Person Clothing Apparel and Costume

Necklace, Assad Mounser, $275.

Stick to one color palette so you’ll feelon trend, not on display.

Blazer, $1,100, and pants, $610, Strenesse Gabriele Strehle.

Image may contain Clothing Apparel Human Person and Face

Sweater, James Coviello for Anna Sui, $297.

Hat, Wai, $88.

Neon argyles and surprisingly high-heeled work boots are a refreshing way tosneak a sense of playinto a traditional ensemble.

Image may contain Human Person Tent and Camping

Dress, Marni, $810.

Shirt, J.Crew, $110.

Necklace, $545, Dannijo.

This image may contain Human Person People Female Clothing and Apparel

Socks, K. Bell, $5.

A good rule of thumb: The more manly yourmain item, the more whimsical your accessories should be.

Blazer, Steven Alan, $425.

Image may contain Clothing Apparel Human Person Shelf Furniture and Female

Sweater, PureDKNY, $425.

Blouse, See by Chloe, $360.

Pants, Tucker, $324.

Image may contain Human Person Plant Grass House Mansion Housing Building Female Animal Pet Canine and Dog

Necklace, Janis by Janis Savitt, $490.

Belt, Erickson Beamon for Anna Sui, $895.

Bracelet, R.J. Graziano, $25.

Image may contain Human Person Animal Mammal Horse Clothing and Apparel

As you get bolder, try a larger print or two.

Dress, Tommy Hilfiger, $90.

Blouse, Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet.

Image may contain Clothing Apparel Human Person Coat Footwear and Boot

Scarf, Cath Kidston.

Necklace, Marc by Marc Jacobs.

Cuff, Janis by Janis Savitt, $675.

Socks, Falke, $30.

Shopping tip: Wide-leg styles add length.

Cuffs balance a curvy figure.

Sweater, $525, and blouse, $395, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel.

Pants, $358, and shoes, $390, Marc by Marc Jacobs.

Sunglasses, Paul Smith Spectacles, $255.

Scarf, Fraas, $33.

Necklace, Antik Batik, $172.

Beaded bracelets, Elisa Solomon Jewelry, $1,800 and $2,400 each.

Luckily, that doesn’t mean it has to be black or brown.

Saturated shades like this flame red are as versatile as any neutral.

Coat, Paul Smith Black Label, $941.

Blouse, Paul X by Paul Smith, $250.

Short-sleeved shirt (over blouse), $1,115, and skirt, $955, Paul Smith Women.

Necklace, Janis by Janis Savitt, $615.

Tights, Fogal, $43.

The muted tone keeps things grounded and lets you follow flights of fancy with everything else.

Blazer, $560, and skirt, $235, A.P.C.

Multicolored top, Suno, $495.

Green-and-white shirt, Paul Smith Women, $515.

Hat, Eugenia Kim, $209.

Socks, Hue, $10.

Boots, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $330

Fall’s Must-Have Shoes and Bags