
Long Shorts
Knee-skimming bottoms are going to be everywhere this season. Just for fun, we worked another trend in here: monochrome. And one more: burgundy! Pick one idea or copy this look and hit all three.
Coralie Faux Leather Bermuda Shorts, $99, and Dianne Polo Shirt, $115; thefrankieshop.com Stacie Boots, $530; maileworld .com Zoey Shimmer Hoops (similar to shown), $68; gorjana .com Blushed Matte Horn Bangle Set (similar to shown), $76; sunshinetienda.com
Black Leggings
Leggings are pants! Especially when combined with a crisp button-up and an oversize blazer. This silhouette is not going anywhere-and it can take you everywhere.
Supima Cotton Leggings, $29; calzedonia.com Camila Coelho Arielle Blazer (similar to shown), $178; revolve.com Cotton Shirt, $119; stories.com Agent Heeled Sandals, $140; jeffreycampbellshoes.com Mini Hoops, from $90; keannenewyork.com 3-Pack Rings (similar to shown), $13; hm.com
Classic Trench
If it seems like this coat never goes out of style, that's because it doesn't. Throw one on over a bunch of layers and you're good to go. PS: Say yes to power-clashing with stripes.
The Rox Trench Coat, $498; kule.com (see page 12 for a discount) Breton Striped Tank, $130, and Pleated Denim Mini Skirt, $190; tommy.com Ultimate Cropped Shirt, $30; asos.com Aster Ruched Knee-High Boots (similar to shown), $103; charleskeith .com 3-Pack Signet & Ridge Rings, $20; dynamiteclothing .com Chunky Medium Hoops (similar to shown), $98; mejuri.com
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