7 SUPER-COZY SWEATERS FOR FALL

Fashion and function meet in everyone’s 

favorite cool-weather staple, the chunky 

knit.

Zara Funnel Neck Cable Knit Sweater, $30

A fresh take on the traditional fisherman’s sweater, this lofty cable style features dolman sleeves and an A-line silhouette to skim over curves. Available in two other colors.

BR Monogram Cropped Rib-Knit Sweater, $79.50

Don’t be intimidated by this cropped silhouette. Just pair it with a high-waisted bottom, like a pencil skirt or trim trousers, for a modern and sophisticated look. Also available in ivory.

Massimo Dutti Oversize Cable-Knit Sweater, $130

Supremely lush and warm, this wool-and-angora sweater will be your go-to, no matter the occasion. Slip it on with a slim skirt for work or jeans and boots on the weekend—the possibilities are endless.

Uniqlo Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater, $60

A steal at $60, this luxe cashmere pullover acts as an elevated version of a T-shirt. Combine it with stacked-heel boots to transition your feminine full skirt into autumn. Available in 11 other colors.

Boden Mohair Mix Biker, $198

Blend the sensibility of a cardigan with the edge of a leather jacket, and you’ll get this cute mohair-and-wool-blend moto-style sweater. Wear it indoors or outdoors as a lightweight layer. Available in three colors.

Club Monaco Monique Sweater, $149.50

Who says knits can’t be elegant enough for evening? The lovely sheer neckline here would look refined yet modest with dazzling earrings and a fitted skirt.

H&M Cashmere Cardigan, $99

This cashmere boyfriend cardigan offers lots of bang for the buck. Cinch it with a croc-embossed belt for a dressy look, or wear it open with jeans and a lightweight knit to keep things casual. Also available in camel.

3 New Pant Styles to Wear to Work This Fall

Skinnies, make room: Introducing three modern 

silhouettes that are as forgiving as they are stylish. 

(Isn’t it about time?)

Intro

Meet drapey pants (left), track pants (center), and cropped wide-leg pants (right). Read on to learn how to wear them best.

To buy, from left: Lafayette 148 NY silver silk drapey pants, $398. Elie Tahari charcoal flannel track pants, $248.  Tommy Hilfiger plaid cropped pants, $169. 

Drapey Pants

Best for: Anyone. In fabrics like silk and rayon, this cut should hang fluidly. If the pleats pouf at the hips, try a flat-front style or you’ll look wider. Petite? Opt for tapered legs (not fuller ones, which can overwhelm).

How to Wear Them: Pair this silhouette with a top that hits near the waistband. Look for pieces that are structured or fitted. If you choose a blousy top, tuck it in so you can see your waist. Heels are the ideal shoes to lengthen and slim the body.                                              To buy: H&M rayon pants, $60

Track Pants

Best for: Almost everyone. The drawstring waist creates an easy fit. (But if you’re bottom-heavy, this dressy take on sweats may look frumpy.) Cinched cuffs adjust to any length, at the ankle one day and well above it the next.

How to Wear Them: Track pants aren’t strictly for downtime. Glam them up with sexy heels and an embellished blouse for a date night. Loose tops are okay, as long as they’re not sloppy. Even a tuck in the front can add shape to your figure.   To buy: Simply Vera Vera Wang pants, $54. Rebecca Taylor top. Forever 21 necklace. Lizzie Fortunato bracelet. Auxiliary for Aritzia bag. Zara heels.

Cropped Wide-Leg Pants

Best for: Hourglass or straight figures. The dramatic cut of this tailored design may also help offset broad shoulders or full hips. But “if you have a stocky build or thick ankles, you may want to sit this one out,” says Barnett.

How to Wear Them: Balance your proportions. Since the pants are cropped, the top should be somewhat short, too—ideally reaching the waistband or hitting just a few inches below, as this jeweled shell does. Shoes with height (heels or wedges) can prevent the lower body from looking too heavy. Skin-toned footwear, in particular, can create a slimming effect.     To buy: Wilfred for Aritzia pants, $145. Hoss Intropia top. Lizzie Fortunato bangles. Jessica Simpson heels.

6 Budget Friendly Leather Buys for Fall

Embrace the coolest of-the-moment material, 

while keeping your budget in check.

Test the waters on trendy leather pants with this budget-friendly faux pair. Muted burgundy pairs nicely with neutrals and, since it is softer than black, it always looks sophisticated.

To buy: $35, H&M

Faux suede-and-leather patchwork gives this classic olive A-line skirt bohemian charm. Pair it with a chunky sweater and knee-high boots in a rich autumn tone for a quintessential fall outfit.

To buy: $60, Zara

Punctuate an everyday coat with these fun, fringed leather gloves. Besides adding flair to basics, they’re dressy enough to complement an evening clutch and cocktail dress, too.

To buy: $98.50, Club Monaco

Surprisingly easy to wear, this faux-leather dress boasts a forgiving silhouette and a flattering full skirt. Plus, it looks polished even with minimal accessories.

To buy: $118, The Limited

A sweet blush tone takes the edge off of this boxy faux-leather tee. To bring out the softer side, pair it with a flowy skirt in a pretty jewel tone, or with a blazer and skinnies for a fresh party look.

To buy: $148, BCBG Max Azria

These glamorous cut-away booties impart sass to slim dress pants and dresses alike. Come colder weather, they layer beautifully with tights, too.

To buy: $150, Wallis Fashion

HALLOWEEN SCENE: 5 SPOOKY-CHIC ACCESSORIES

There are many reasons to love October: Everything is pumpkin flavored, we can finally start wearing our fall sweaters and, of course, it ends with Halloween—one of my fave days of the year! In our world, it’s never too early to embrace all that is ghoulish, ghostly and spook-tacular, so I’ve rounded up 5 frighteningly chic accessories in anticipation of the Hallow’s Eve festivities. From spider-web earrings to a creepy-cool clutch that can (and should) be worn well past the 31st, let these boo-tiful buys add unexpected edge to your fall outfits.  They’re so good, it’s scary.

Have A Haute Halloween

BONE-CHILLING BAG

Libertine Skull Clutch, Edie Parker $2495





CREEPY CRAWLERS

Charlotte's Web Earrings, Rue Gembon $65

BATTY BOOTIES

All Bat & more Heels, Jeffrey Campbell $180

DEVILISH DETAILS

Patent Leather Headband, Eugenia Kim $225

EIGHT-LEGGED ACCENTS

Spider Swarovski Crystal Hair Slides, Jennifer Behr $155

spotlight: A FALL COLLAB I'M CRUSHING ON

5 Fave Looks From Elie Tahari For DesigNation

I'm all about a great collab, especially when it means a major designer’s creations at affordable price. Enter Elie Tahari for DesigNation. The collection, available at Kohl’s, features dresses and separates that work from day to night, many featuring New York City’s iconic skyline. Renowned for his elegant womenswear, Tahari was inspired by the Big Apple when creating the line, which features countless options to up your fashion game this fall.

Sleek & Simple

This monochromatic look is both sleek and sophisticated, and the light shade makes for a nice change to winter’s predominantly dark palette.

$41-$98

The New LBD

A fun alternative to the LBD, this adorable number has the perfect amount of edge thanks to the bold zipper detailing.

Scuba Fit & Flare Dress $53

Blue Crush

This easy-to-wear ensemble can be dressed up for the office by wearing it with the perfect pair of pumps and then easily transition to evenings by adding a statement necklace and a pop of color on the lip.

Georgette Ombre Tunic $48, Mesh Scuba Leggings $38

Party Dress

This playful fit-and-flare dress is the perfect flirty number for date night.

NYC Skyline Fit & Flare Dress $63

Go Graphic

Show your pride for the Big Apple with this cute tee. Pair with an adorable mini for a dinner with the girls or with jeans for weekend activities.

City Graphic Tee $30, Ponte Flounce Hem Skirt $41

TRICKS AND TREATS: OUTFITS INSPIRED BY ICONIC CANDY

Once past a certain age, Halloween becomes more about parties and evocative costumes than it does strolling door-to-door collecting boatloads of cavity-inducing treats. Alas, if you’re like me, candy never lost its luster, and you still like to indulge in a gummy bear here, a candy corn there or a Snickers bar, well, anytime. I accept that I am too old to trick-or-treat, so I decided to commemorate Halloween by fusing my passion for sugar with my love of fashion by creating 5 outfits inspired by iconic candy. The results are—you guessed it—pretty darn sweet.

Candy Girl

What could be sweeter than 5 looks inspired by a few of my favorite sugary indulgences?

1. Candy Corn

Get the Look: Ultimate Faux Leather Biker Jacket, Topshop $110; Macrame Lace Ombre Dress, Missoni $2576; Pandora Leather Wristlet Bag, Givenchy $650; Suede Ankle Boots, Christian Louboutin $1095

2. Smarties

Get the Look: Two-tone wool coat, River Island $180; Ophira crew neck jumper, Tommy Hilfiger $46; Luminizing Satin Eye Color Trio, Shiseido $33; Wild At Heart Leather Backpack, Grafea $324; Jake Slim Boyfriend Jeans, J Brand $417; Veisa Bootie in Contrast Tip, Alexander Wang $650

3. Twizzlers

Get the Look: Faux Leather Coat, Zara $149; La Pochette, Clare V. $145; Striped Wool-Blend Sweater, Mango $60; Geometric Ribbon Cuff Bracelet, Alexis Bittar $295; Campbell Capri Pants, J. Crew $118; Camouflage Ballerina Flats, Valentino $1145

4. York Peppermint Patty

Get the Look: Dasha Necklace, Ek Thongprasert $820; Surface Texture Sweater, Topshop $85; Enfield Mini Envelope Shoulder Bag, Rag & Bone $595; Coated Skinny Jeans, Saint Laurent &650; Exx Sneakers, Steve Madden $60

5. Skittles

Get the Look: Eldon Silk Blend Top, Roksanda Ilincic $890; PS1 Medium Bag Lux Leather in Midnight, Proenza Schouler $1695; Lovemarc Lip Gel in Saboteur, Marc Jacobs $30; Nudist Ankle Strap Sandal in Orchid, Stuart Weitzman $398

HOW TO DRESS LIKE A GLOBE-TROTTER

Certain trips stay with you long after the return flight. Since we sadly can’t spend our lives jetting from one luxe location to the next, we have to settle for our vivid memories and full Instagram feeds. Thankfully, we can further celebrate our best adventures and favorite places thanks to the Coordinate Collection of bracelets, necklaces and rings that can be customized to commemorate destinations that hold special meaning.

Stroll through looks ideal for some of my favorite spots around the world, all complemented by a Coordinates piece that references the fab location.

Nail The Perfect Look, Wherever Life Takes You

Miami

Even though the sun always shines in Miami, we still want to incorporate a seasonal element by way of these luscious navy, knee-high boots. A breezy, long-sleeve dress keeps the outfit weather-appropriate and on trend. 

New York

A city girl swears by her wear-with-anything black staples. Even better when they're rendered in unique silhouettes like this unusual take on a blazer and fun, architectural top-handle bag.

Paris

There's no better walking city in the world than Paris, which is why a sensible loafer is the smart footwear choice. Keep the look chic with a ladylike blouse, a leather mini and the mandatory tweed jacket.  

Los Angeles

LA is the denim capital of the world. Go for a casual-cool look with boyfriend jeans, a boho-fabulous bag and a plaid button-down tied around the waist.  

MOD FASHION: HOW TO WEAR THE TREND NOW

4 Retro-Chic Outfit Ideas For Fall

There was just something about the 1960s—the music, the nightlife, the hemlines. The fashion of that time celebrated women in all their glory with detailed embellishments, A-line dresses and skirts that ended far, far above the knee. The overall aesthetic was fun, free, and most importantly, feminine. Rachel Zoe, is endlessly inspired by that decade, as evidenced in her fall collection, chock-full of statement-making silhouettes so bold, pretty and nostalgic they make us feel like belting out a Supremes song. I took some of the standout pieces from her line and styled them with items for every occasion: an evening out with friends, date night, weekend activities and a day at the office. I think you’ll agree that they’re all pretty groovy.

Girls Night Out

Short Fur Coat, Zara $129
Evie Striped Sweater, Rachel Zoe $250
Lip Gel in Gossip, Marc Jacobs $30
Photo Ready Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans, J. Brand $185
Rory Booties, Rachel Zoe $455

Weekend Activities

Sculpted Aura Teardrop Earrings, Alexis Bittar $85

Ribbed Merino Wool Sweater, NLST $495

August Short Plaid Skirt, Rachel Zoe $225

Medium Bucket Bag, Proenza Schouler $1439

Two-Toned Leather Loafers, Miu Miu $585

Date Night

Rachel Zoe Cooper Dress, Rachel Zoe $350
Artliner, Lancome x Jasone Wu $31
Monogramme Gold Plated Cuff, Saint Laurent $795
Morley Snakeskin Clutch, Kotur $595
Adore Leather Sandal, Shoe Cult $88

The Office

Gold Plated Quartz Earrings, Chan Luu $120
Mercer Long Sleeve Dress, Rachel Zoe $375
Limited Edition Vernis in Love, Lancome $15
Stripe Suede Shoulder Bag, Dolce & Gabbana $2395
Gold-Trimmed Boots, Chloe $995

HOW TO MIX PRINTS FOR THE OFFICE

My affinity for taking workwear out of its stuffy comfort zone is well documented, so when I stumbled upon this stunning street-style shot from London Fashion Week, I immediately set out to recreate it for the office. Granted, color-happy stripes and geometric patterns make for an unexpected pairing, but when you introduce complementary colors into the equation (in this case, blue and muted orange) the result is nothing short of patterned perfection. See how I did it below!

Mix Master

If copying this ensemble exactly is too much visual eye candy for your workplace environment, I suggest reaching for a similar stripes-and-geometrics combo in a more subdued color palette.

Stellar Separates

A billowy navy robe coat and classic black pumps pull the outfit together, while a wide-brimmed topper and color-block purse provide a burst of brightness. Plus, each piece from this office-ready look makes enough of a statement to stand on its own when paired with neutrals or denim.

Striped Shirt, Maison Martin Margiela $1035

Printed Silk-Foulard Trousers, J. Crew $475

Robe Coat, Zara $129

Patent Leather d'Orsay Pump, Giorio Armani $595

Floppy Hat, Preston & Olivia $195

Rider Bag, Loeffler Randall $550