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Trend: Rich and Cozy
Hooray, sweater weather!
Bundle up and still be chic and sexy by layering a mix of weaves and weights.
Do your knits stretch out?
A wool tweed dress will keep its shape.
From left: Moschino Cheap and Chic; Adam.
The trend isn’t only for indoors.
Be stylin' and toasty in a leather jacket with a fleece shawl collar and cuffs.
Echo, $48;EchoDesign.com
On casual days, balance your most sumptuous knits with straight-leg jeans.
Levi’s Curve ID, $68;Levi.com
Don’t forget your bag!
Tweed adorned with sequins easily goes from cubicle to cocktails.
$498;Coach.com
Ribbing at the waist of this skirt calls out for cropped sweaters and tucked-in tops.
$375;ToryBurch.com
An iconic plaid watch strap lends luxury to everyday outfits.
These soft, pretty pieces make elegance easy.
Wearing a cardigan with petal-like ruffles, you won’t look buttoned-up, even when you are.
$70;Loft.com
Runway tip: Hems are trending demure, at or below the knee.
From left: Bottega Veneta; Tibi.
The shape harks back to the days of three-martini lunches; a trendy bow keeps the shoe current.
$30;HM.comfor stores
A black lining makes a lace skirt more down-to-earth.
Top it with a turtleneck, an oxford, a T-shirt or a jean jacketso many options!
$425;ToryBurch.com
A jacket this good-looking should go to more than the office.
At night, try it with a long blouse and jeans.
Antonio Melani, $189;Dillards.com
Emerald button studs are just the right amount of old school.
$158; Rachel Leigh.comFunky silk braids and brass chains freshen strands of pearls.
Z Spoke Zac Posen Handbags, $350;Endless.com
Romance at the office?
It’s not against the rules if the love affair is with your dress.
$470;Raoul.com
Funky silk braids and brass chains freshen strands of pearls.
$395;LilahGabriel.com
Show your sweet side as well as your shape with a leather bow belt.
They’re turning up the fabulousness of dayandnight wear.
All that glitters isn’t gold or silver.
Metallic colors in fine fabrics are a quieter take on the trend.
$420;Tibi.com
Runway tip: Kick up the drama.
(But not quite this much!)
From left: Dolce & Gabbana; Prada.
It’s a party on heels!
A platform sole and ankle strap will keep you dancing all night.
Charles by Charles David, $115;Amazon.com
Fake flat abs!
Paillettes camouflage your middle in a fun way.
$128;AnnTaylor.com
Collar necklaces (big trend!)
highlight your graceful neck.
Sequin, $158;Sequin-NYC.com
Not sure about major flash?
Try a skirt with a sequin border.
At your knees, it won’t feel fussy.
$220;TedBaker.com
Call it your confetti clutchguaranteed to make you feel like celebrating.
$395;AnyaHindmarch.com
Sensible flats don’t have to be dull.
A single bauble adds pizzazz.
$75;JessicaSimpsonCollection.com
Gold pants: the confident woman’s khakis.
But wear them with heels.
Michael Michael Kors, $225; 866-709-5677
Your hair craves adornment, too!
A sparkly headband lights up your eyes, smile, everything.
With a dark band defining your waist, you’ve got the option to skip the belt.
From left: Burberry Prorsum; Jil Sander.
A collarless jacket with flat pockets: minimalism in style and price!
$50;HM.com
Thick chains add a touch of downtown sophistication.
Stella & Dot, $118;StellaDot.com
A hidden platform elongates your leg.
Wear with black ankle socks to amp up the edge.
DKNY, $295; 800-231-0884
The ultimate city bag: a messenger-style carrier.
Wear the strap across your chest for more mod flair.
Get it in purple for a big dose of pop.
Boden, $118;BodenUSA.com
Suede and faux croc enrich the look of a sculpted shoe.
$25;Gap.com
Strategic color blocking brings a flattering shade near your face.
