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I am loving the idea of wearing all white after seeing a sea of black all winter long.  It’s fresh, it’s modern and it lights up your face.  You can add a simple dose of color or keep it understated and elegant with a tan or gray as we show here.
Instead of a white pant [...]

Whether the fabric is sateen or satin, the lustrous sheen will bring glamour to any trench. Combined with the ivory coloring, these coats are a great year-round piece that will compliment your evening outfits.
If you have narrow or sloping shoulders, you’ll love the dramatic portrait collar from Tahari. If you are looking for [...]

It’s cold out and you’re hitting the movie theater this weekend to keep out of the chill and snuggle with your favorite man…or girlfriends. Here’s a warm and comfortable outfit that is perfect for maneuvering the theater aisles with your bucket of warm popcorn.
Juicy Couture Belted Cardigan – in a charcoal waffle knit with faux [...]

The Boyfriend Jacket is the quickest trend update to any wardrobe.
Pair your jacket with jeans and heels for a casual night out, or with your LBD as a fun alternative to a cardigan.
My favorite combination is a simple tee with a statement necklace.
Mix-n-match your blazer with various pieces from your closet and use accessories to [...]

Reader Wardrobe Challenge
I got myself last year this blazer from Nordstrom. I am a 40 year old STAHM with a 3 and 8 year old in Chicago. I would love to get more wear out of that blazer.
Wardrobe 911’s Outfit Prescription
The corduroy blazer is perfect for rectangles and those with a more casual lifestyle. As [...]

Reader Wardrobe Challenge
This is a wardrobe orphan in my closet. A very cozy, textured and streamlined black jacket for fall. Please teach me how to wear it with style. I’m blonde, so black can be harsh nearby my face but I like to dress monochromatic if possible, so this is a big challenge.
When [...]

For your everyday business wardrobe, you want to make sure you have some basics in your closet and then add some color and style with your accessories to keep it current.  Here’s an outfit for wearing to work as the weather gets cooler:
Cashmere funnel neck sweater.  JCrew uses the best cashmere out there so this [...]