As drama rules this season, you have permission to don black again. The only difference being this time around it has personality, texture, shimmer and multifaceted shine that lends itself to mystery.
Don’t give up color completely, just tone it down. For inspiration, open you jewelry box to find garnet-red, deep bronze and rich topaz and add instant glamour.
Begin with classic black velvet trousers and a crisp white button down, an emerald satin belt and an amethyst plush bag.
Touchy feely
Heavy on texture, the key to this season’s sturdier fabrics is mix and match. Cozy up to contrast. Pair a velvet blazer with a tweedy cap and corduroys, a fur vest with a metallic blouse and jeans, a soft shearling jacket with suede slacks and a quilted bag. You don’t have to wait until evening falls to put on the ritz.
Amid the season’s sobriety, fall’s glamour still radiates grace, confidence and, above all, serious fun.
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1.5 stars (out of five)
Dir: Kevin Smith
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