Rompers
Sprung from the jailhouse, jumpsuits in all lengths have been spotted on chic women the world over. First-timers note that this very figure-flattering style often requires a belt to make it truly work (unless you’re super slim and six feet tall).
PRAIRIE UNDERGROUND’S ROMP AROUND THE CLOCK, $180, www.prairieunderground.com
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Harem Pants
In its own fickle way, fashion is dictating both a baggy harem pant and a super-skinny pant or legging this season. Our view is that after all day sucked into a skinny, you want to come home to something a tad more voluminous but still stylish. And for those afraid of shorts or showing any leg, the harem pant is an on-trend compromise.
AJNA SILK VOLUME PANT, $355, Captiol, www.capitolcharlotte.com
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Shorts
It’s time to show some leg—shorts as daywear were all over the runways. And we’re not talking about workout shorts or walking-on-the-beach shorts. These are made of beautiful high-end fabrics, paired with a blouse and tiered necklace and a power, high-heeled pump. For a casual look, pair with a tailored tee, same necklace, and a gladiator sandal (preferably with a heel).
JOHN PATRICK ORGANIC HIGH WAISTED VEGETABLE TANNED LEATHER SHORTS, $459, Barney’s New York, www.barneys.com
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Menswear
Call it the Mad Men effect—women are now as well-suited as their male counterparts. That suit could be of a tailored variety, or pairing a fitted blazer with tailored shorts, or it could be a tad slouchy. Tie is optional, but attitude is not.
JOHN PATRICK ORGANIC BOYFRIEND JACKET, $215
PLEAT SKINNY PANT, $205
SHALOM SHIRT, $198 All at Barneys New York, www.barneys.com
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Sheer Shirts
Blame the current transparency trend on reality TV. In major cities, new residential architecture emphasizes glass buildings over brick. On the runway, shirts are very sheer. This trend is not intended for the shy, but can be modified (using a cami) for the more modest.
SARAH SHEPARD IVORY SLEEPING SHIRT, $295, MAC (Modern Appealing Clothing), 415-869-3011 and Wear Something Rare www.wearsomethingrare.com