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As I walk to the subway in the morning, I pass the window of an Ann Taylor Loft store… this cute dress keeps catching my eye:
Tiered Winter White Mini Dress, $128. Right now you can get 40% off, with code HOLIDAY at checkout! That makes it a mere $76.80!
This would be cute to wear for New Year’s Eve with some sky high black pumps and interesting tights:
Pour La Victore Irina Black Platform Pumps, $255.
Banana Republic Chevron Pointelle Tights, $16.50.
Add an inexpensive sequined clutch and you’re ready for a night of festivities!
BCBGeneration Sequined Foldover Clutch, $48.
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If you’re like me, and tend to wear black, grays, white and maybe a bit of dark brown all the time… a good way to add color to your wardrobe is with a coat. There are some nice purple tones out there this Fall…
This one from Ann Taylor Loft has military styling and comes in eggplant.
Ann Taylor Loft Melton Wool Military Coat, $188.
This one from J. Crew has a nice stand up collar and comes in dark plum. The wool fabric is from Italy, so you know it’ll be really nice quality.
J. Crew Double Cloth Bonbon Coat, $325.
Here’s an update on the classic peacoat, in cabernet.
DKNY Notch Collar Peacoat, $139.
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I saw this coat the other day at a J. Crew store, wow, it’s super nice! As it should be for $425!
J. Crew Collection Trudie Herringbone Coat
The color is a lovely oatmeal (it is also available in olive) and the wool blend (wool/nylon in a twill weave) fabric has nice drapey feel, not stiff and un-moving like many wool coat fabrics can be. I’m sure it helps that the fabric is made in Italy. The funnel collar gives it some interest (most coats have your standard notch collar). The inside has a big tag that says “J. Crew Collection” and a metal chain for hanging it on a hook. It certainly looks to be a step up from the regular J. Crew, and deserved of the “Collection” label.
They have a similar coat that is part of the regular collection, it has the same cut but is made in a different fabric. Double-Cloth Bonbon Coat, $325. This one comes in six colors (rainforest green, warm taupe, sea salt, spicy russet, dark plum and black)! The fabric is also Italian, a wool/polyamide blend. This is also a nice coat, but the fabric doesn’t have the wonderful drapey quality, it’s more stiff. The textured fabric of the Collection version also gives it a certain richness that this one doesn’t have. (Go see it in person, you’ll see that I mean!)
If you’re in the market for a new Winter coat this year, they’re both really nice choices.
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Army style and Utility jackets are all over the place this Fall. It’s a practical purchase also, because next season and next year it may not be ‘trendy’ but these jackets are really staples so you can wear them forever. It’s a pretty classic look.
Vince Cotton Utility Jacket, $395
Marc by Marc Jacobs Twill Military Jacket, $300
Michael Stars Johanna Military Jacket, $248
J. Crew Waxed Utility Jacket, $148
J. Crew FactoryBoyfriend Fatigue Jacket, $98
H&M Military Parka, $39.95
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Lace is one of the on-trend looks for Fall. If you don’t like to look too girly, then a little can go a long way. Here’s a nice versatile option from Banana Republic and a lower priced version below.
Silk Lace Front Shell, $69.50
Attention Lace Print Tee, $12.99
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Pretty much everyone is in agreement, a camel coat is a must-have for this Fall/Winter season.
Phillip Lim’s 3.1 collection showed this version on the runway. It doesn’t seem to be available online right now, but one can guess that its got to be over $1000.
Some similar looks from Club Monaco and Talbots can be had for a lot less!
Here is a gorgeous one from Club Monaco: Camel Hair Coat, $595.
And one from Talbot’s (modeled by the still so stunning Linda Evangelista): Double Breasted Camel Coat, $299.
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Who says mere mortals can’t afford celebrity style? Stephanie Pratt wore a very pretty and affordable Marciano mini dress to the Primetime Emmy Awards.
The dress is silk with black lace detailing and sells for a very reasonable $158! Guess by Marciano Edaline Dress.
To complete Stephanie’s look, pair the dress with lace platform pumps like these Jeffrey Campbell Lace Platform Pumps, $130.
Add a smoky eye, some jewelry and you’re ready to go!
UPDATE – Sep. 2
I think this is the EXACT shoe that Stephanie was wearing: Bebe Calista Lasercut Suede Platform Pumps, $129
Pretty amazing, ha? You can get her whole look for under $300!
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Gap has introduced for Fall a new premium pant collection that comes in 7 fits and ranges a very reasonable $49.50 to $59.50!
They have a fit for virtually any body type and style need!
The cuts are: Perfect Trouser, Modern Boot, Curvy, True Straight, Really Skinny, Slim Crop and Boy Fit.
Here are the Perfect Trousers, $59.50:
These look like a good work pant.
And here are the Really Skinny Pants, $59.50:
These look SOOO versatile. You could pair them with a jacket and pumps for work, and for going out some strappy sandals or booties and a cool top.
All of the pants come in a rather amazing range of sizes – from 00 to 20, and 3 lengths: ankle, regular and long! I am sure that anyone can find a pair that is flattering with this many choices!
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Among J. Crew’s new arrivals are this beautiful French Lace Camisole, made with real hand finished lace from France. It is a rather shocking $695! It is part of the more expensive J. Crew Collection.
Here are some options for getting the lacey look for less:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Bronte Lace Top, $398.
Free People Lace Camisole, $48
Casual Couture Lace Tiered Camisole, Regular $108, sale $39.99
Shopstyle has tons more options here. Just remember, lace should be worn judiciously so it doesn’t look too boudoir.
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Ann Taylor has released their September Lookbook, take a peek here. They describe the Fall look as “A study in style. The strong shoulder. The nipped waist. The look of fine tailoring. And the allure of irresistible accessories. Our new collection is a master-class of couture-inspired cuts, softened by luxurious fabrics and gorgeous, feminine details.” Here a few items from the collection.
Tier Grosgrain Shell, $68
Twill Pant, $98
Perfect Platform Suede Pump, $178
Darcy Embellished Flat, $158
Right now they are offering free shipping on all orders over $150, no code is needed.