8 Holiday Dressing Tips Fresh From the Pre-Fall Collections Inline
Photo: Courtesy of Bottega Veneta1/16Bottega Veneta’s Punchy Suiting
Forget dresses. At Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier made the case for jewel-toned suiting in a slouchy silhouette. Whether you reach for a deep crimson, marigold, or even a light blush, the look promises to be a conversation-starter.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of net-a-porter.com; Courtesy of net-a-porter.com; Courtesy of mytheresa.com; Courtesy of mytheresa.com; Courtesy of net-a-porter.com; Courtesy of net-a-porter.com2/16Joseph New Jagger crepe de Chine wide-leg pants, $465, net-a-porter.com; Joseph Roman stretch-crepe blazer, $845, net-a-porter.com; Gucci wool-blend blazer, $875, net-a-porter.com; Gucci wool-blend twill flared pants, $557, net-a-porter.com; Altuzarra Matisse pencil skirt, $695, mytheresa.com; Altuzarra Indiana double-breasted blazer, $1,795, mytheresa.com
Photo: Courtesy of Versace3/16Versace’s Only Accessory? A Festive Choker
The urge to accessorize is strong during the holidays, but take a lesson from Donatella Versace, who offered up sparkling minidresses worn with simple, coordinating chokers. No earrings, rings, or bracelets necessary.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of Barney’s New York; Courtesy of asos.com; Courtesy of overstock.com4/16Judy Geib Colombian emerald Rivière, $59,560, barneys.com; ASOS crystal choker necklace, $22, asos.com; Passiana floral crystal collar necklace, $41, overstock.com
Photo: Courtesy of Victoria Beckham5/16Victoria Beckham Makes the Slip Dress Work in Winter
All signs point to the slip dress being the It item of 2016. Make yours last year-round by wearing it over a thin turtleneck in a punchy color.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of whiteandwarren.com; Courtesy of modaoperandi.com; Courtesy of J.Crew; Courtesy of modaoperandi.com6/16White + Warren cashmere skinny rib funnel-neck, $219, for information: whiteandwarren.com; Natasha Zinko Daisy silk slip dress, $960, modaoperandi.com; Apiece Apart Josefina slip dress, $250, jcrew.com; Rodarte orange variegated knit turtleneck, $690, modaoperandi.com
Photo: Courtesy of Erdem7/16Erdem Heralds the Return of the Mary Jane
Pointed-toe pumps and glitzy ankle boots might be the standby shoes for holiday fetes, but Erdem’s low-heeled Mary Janes give an unexpected spin to his moody floral dresses. They’ll do the same for your winter-wear, be it a minidress or a casual suit.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of farfetch.com; Courtesy of Barney’s New York; Courtesy of matchesfashion.com8/16Repetto Rose Mary Jane pumps, $336, farfetch.com; Miu Miu glitter Mary Jane pumps, $895, barneys.com; Gianvito Rossi Lorraine velvet block-heel pumps, $473, matchesfashion.com
Photo: Courtesy of Michael Kors Collection9/16Michael Kors’s Sparkly-on-the-Bottom, Slouchy-on-Top Separates
An oversize and cozy turtleneck may not seem like ideal party-wear, but when worn with a sparkly or semi-sheer skirt (like those shown at Michael Kors), it takes on a party-ready new life.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of Industry of All Nations; Courtesy of farfetch.com; Courtesy of mytheresa.com; Courtesy of stylebop.com10/16Industry of all Nations alpaca turtleneck, $290, industryofallnations.com; Michael Kors Collection knitted turtleneck, $985, stylebop.com; Marc Jacobs embellished tulle skirt, $368, mytheresa.com; Moschino button-embellished miniskirt, $1,498, farfetch.com
Photo: Courtesy of Oscar de la Renta11/16Oscar de la Renta Goes for the Stole
With winter temperatures higher than usual, a posh coat is more of a nuisance than a necessity. Take a tip from Peter Copping’s latest Oscar de la Renta offering and sport a luxurious stole with your cocktail frock.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of Burberry; Courtesy of Barney’s New York; Courtesy of Marni12/16Burberry raccoon fur stole, $4,895, burberry.com; Lanvin rabbit and fox fur combo stole, $2,859, barneys.com; Marni two-tone stole in silver fox, $2,650, marni.com
Photo: Courtesy of Sachin & Babi13/16Sachin & Babi Perfects the Cold Shoulder
Trousers and a button-down read a little business-casual after dark. Instead, pair flared pants with a voluminous off-the-shoulder top like those at Sachin & Babi.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of farfetch.com; Courtesy of modaoperandi.com; Courtesy of shopbop.com; Courtesy of matchesfashion.com14/16Rosie Assoulin cocoon sleeves blouse, $1,795, farfetch.com; Ellery blue cotton Hong Kong ruffle top, $350, modaoperandi.com; Caroline Constas Lou off-shoulder top, $395, for information: shopbop.com; Bottega Veneta high-waist wool tailored trousers, $595, matchesfashion.com
Photo: Courtesy of Gucci15/16The Tights Have It at Gucci
Short dresses are made winter weather–appropriate with the addition of bright tights. Gucci’s crimson stockings would not only keep your stems warm, but also add a little touch of holiday cheer to your ensemble.
Photo: (Clockwise from top left) Courtesy of matchesfashion.com; Courtesy of net-a-porter.com; Courtesy of yoox.com16/16Hansel From Basel basket-weave tights, $39, hanselfrombasel.com; Ballet Beautiful set of two seamed tights, $35, net-a-porter.com; Wolford hosiery, $58, yoox.com
