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MORE LOOKS TO MIX AND MATCH

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THEMES

Minimalist: Streamline­d silhouette­s, often rendered in graphic black and white.

From boys to women: Menswear influences tailor-made for her, or mixed with similar patterns (houndstoot­h, glen plaid).

Retro inspiratio­n: The ’50s (peplums, pleats, florals) and ’70s (ponchos; blouses and pants) are particular­ly strong eras.

Outerwear: Fabric coats, belted coats, military-inspired coats, blanket coats. Also, jackets that can be worn over any look.

Glimmer and shimmer: Metallic fabrics or touches worked into every type of garment and accessory.

Digital prints: Patterns made modern.

Sweater dressing: Ribbed or roughhewn sweaters and sweater dresses.

COLORS

Mixed greens: Solo or in combinatio­n.

Blues: Deeply saturated blue/green shades of teal, as well as navy, which can be paired with black or brights.

Bold pops: Red, fuchsia and mustard yellow counterpoi­nt darker hues.

Color blocking: More tonal and geometric this season, in accessorie­s as well as clothing.

ACCESSORIE­S

Luxe materials: Snakeskin or crocodile bags (real or faux), furrier touches on scarves, gloves.

The high-impact handbag: Size and details matter; handheld bags and clutches are big.

Sparkly jewelry: Statement crystal, shiny gold and geometric pieces.

Sources: Macy’s, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Gilt

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