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Classic neutral-on-neutral is the new way to wear colour. Keep the silhouette sleek.

GRAPHIC STATEMENT “The shape and colours are serious and understated, but the graphic patterns make it interesting; the ideal work bag.” – Evanna Ramly, sub- editor. Tote, RM4,950, Céline “Everybody owns an LBD or ten, but now it’s the camel, white, and black body-con dress that will take you places.” – Sunitha Thayaparan, deputy editor. Dress, RM2,990, DKNY “The perfect complement to the ladylike skirts and dresses we’ll be wearing this season is a delicate kitten-heel pump in a charmingly feminine hue.” – Teng Siew Lee, senior graphic designer. Shoes, RM2,320, Miu Miu THE EYES HAVE IT “Dark and vampy is always in but for a fresher take, the new smokey eye is creamy and earthy with nudes, browns, and a hint of bronze in the mix.” – Li Ying Lim, beauty writer. 6 Colour Eyeshadow palette, RM268, Guerlain SUITS YOU “Whether with a pencil skirt or over boyfriend jeans, a sharp grey blazer elevates your look.” – Mils Gan, senior graphic designer. Blazer, Paul Smith FUR SURE “A structured clutch in boldly contrasting colours and textures will turn heads every time.” – Jeffrey Yan, fashion assistant. Fur and leather clutch, Fendi CLASSIC 2.0 “The iconic Burberry trench gets an unexpected update with semi-transparent rubber sleeves and panels, upping its desirability even more.” – Cai Mei Khoo, fashion and features writer. Trench coat, RM9,995, Burberry Prorsum