New Year New Trends

Whether your goal is getting fit or learning to code, 2015 is all about dreaming big. As for your new wardrobe? Here’s a preview of the freshest looks to inspire you!

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Jump Start

The chicest way to step up your fitness routine? Wear sneakers with everything—yep, even a long gown—and you’ll think twice before taking that cab.

Altuzarra dress; Vionnet briefs, $960; Nike hat, $32, macys.com, sneakers, $125, nike.com; sneakers, $125; Apple earpods, $29,apple.com; Chanel watch, $6,200

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Life Is Sweet

Sweeten the deal with this season’s crop tops and matching tea-length skirts. Eat your heart out, Betty Crocker!

Erdem top, $1,730, skirt, $4,395; In-House Atelier head scarf, $65; Brock Collection apron, $175; Delfina Delettrez earrings, $920 each; Miu Miu shoes

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Girl Who Codes

 In leather pants and boots, computer geek can be chic.

Givenchy coat, top, $2,990, pants, $3,310, belt, $620, boots, $3,625; Hermès bag

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Skirt Alert

Kick off the New Year by giving your wardrobe a stylish update—this season, a crisp button-down and an embellished swing skirt. And no one cuts it all better than Michael Kors.

Michael Kors shirt, $595, skirt, belt, $295, shoes, $950; Fred Leighton earrings

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Green Goddess

Looking to clean up your act? Start by cultivating your green thumb. Supernatural floral looks deliver a dose of greens without the garden work.

Marni top, $1,070, skirt, earrings, $870, belt, $790

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Hit the Note

It’s never too late to pick up an instrument. An ethereal tulle gown like this will make any performance simply magical.

Delpozo gown; Fred Leighton earrings; No. 21 shoes, $536

A New year A New Look

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Summer Street Style

Check out the Summer St. Style of Women who are Doing what you Do — going to work, running errands, and partaking in some weekend fun with buddies. Now that’s inspiration you can take right to the steaming sidewalk!

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She’s ready to rock in a breezy patterned dress that is feminine and fun! Keeping it monochromatic, she lets the textures of her outfit do the talking. Show off your girly charm in a cute patterned dress and add edginess with black ankle boots!

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Allie rocks this casual yet chic look with a pair of dark wash skinny jeans, basic white tee, and cropped jacket. Get a pair of jeans that hugs your curves just right!

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Lorraine brings some edge to her cozy, all-jersey outfit with fresh accessories. A pair of mirrored sunnies make any outfit — no matter how simple — look extra-fancy.

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Buddies Olga Kavardakova and Klara Widing complement each other in soft chambray.

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Taylor Bagley’s throw-on-and-go patterned dress is in a shape and style that’s a must-have this season.

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This simple, all-black outfit gives Taylor a unique and edgy look. There is no need for lots of colors or accessories to be fashionable. Remember, sometimes less is more! Rock a simple black tank with a surprise in the back.

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This yellow romper is loose, lightweight and totally chic. She accents the one-piece with all black accessories.

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Kym Ellery keeps things in check with a scarf-print pair of pants. Simple, black pairings let those pants really shine.

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Orange you glad you wore that outfit? Elizabeth looks fab in a caged-sleeve, orange top with matching flats! She styles her look with equally cool dotted distressed denim.

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We’d love to look like we’re on the way to a fashion workout. Thanks for the gymspiration, Michelle Wilson.

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Combining a patterned pant with a simple tee is a staple, but adding a vibrant blazer makes for a fun and flirty statement. Nude flats and an oversized bag complete the look. Paint the town with this turquoise jacket!

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Lola Odetola is tomboy on top, girly girl below. The key is to make sure the lines of each are pared-down and on the more structured side.

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If you haven’t noticed, orange is so in style! Spark up your outfits by adding a bright statement piece such as an orange bag  for a splash of color!

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Take on the city streets in a must-have pair of combat boots! Just like Alex, Holly and Kyra, no matter what color you choose, you can take on the world in style. Strut your stuff in these boots!

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Textured black shorts are subtle yet unique. Grab a black bag to complete your outfit!

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The skort is a must have for summer! The beaded top dresses up the look, allowing her to look fierce and fabulous.

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Hadar’s different hued pieces pull her look together seamlessly! Her blue pants, white tee, coral sweater, and beige scarf give her the perfect laid-back look that is right on trend! Drawstring pants are casually chic!

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At a length that is just right, this dress is perfect for transitioning from the office to a night out with your girls. Get a classy black and white knit dress!

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Brown wedges go with almost any outfit!

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Elena Moussa introduces the “daytime robe.” Wear yours with a shorter-length dress and casual sneakers.

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Printed maxi dresses are an easy way to wear something different and unique. With so many options with different patterns and colors, make sure you have a jean jacket that you can use to complete your outfits!

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Keeping it simple with a black tank and brown bag, she shows that faded jean shorts aren’t going anywhere. A summer favorite, she knows how to rock it with gladiator sandals and some shades to keep her looking cool and sophisticated even in the hot summer sun.

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The Suarez sisters bring boho to Brooklyn. Don’t be scared of clashing patterns, as long as you’re doing them in like, neutral hues.

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Thando Hadebe shows us a great way to wear a pair of overalls …. with a printed shirt, simple sandals, and a smile.

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Sometimes it’s hard to look both sexy and cute, but this outfit accomplishes just that! The chevron halter top shows her entire back, but isn’t overly sexy paired with some black shorts, a small clutch, and casual sandals.

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With an oversized denim vest and slick shades, this stylish civilian knows how to keep a collared dress casual and proves denim looks good with polka dots! Mix a dotted dress with a denim vest for a grunge yet girly look.

What’s Your Summer Style?

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Coachella’s Best Dressed

Festival fashion is definitely an aesthetic that’s come to define our era. So scope out all the fashionable duds of the best dressed festival-goers from Coachella who are setting the tone for the rest of the Season.

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To tie-dye for.

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Model Maria Margarita maxes things out in a lawn grazing skirt.

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Who knew Chanel went so well with Hello Kitty?

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Farrah Shah shows off the festival uniform of a vintage kimono, cropped top, and high-waisted shorts.

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Grooving on the move.

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The Blonde Salad’s Chiara Ferragni goes highbrow in a beaded, white shirtdress from No. 21, cutout booties, and a braided Chanel backpack.

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Kicking back in style.

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Hannah Martin and Lee Krynski are totally Coachella-ble in their crop-tops, shorts and boots.

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A studded leather jacket for chillier evenings.

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Harley Viera Newton dons a tropical-print tunic and chain crossbody.

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That early-’90s, SoCal-sweetheart look is making a comeback.

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Mixing plant life.

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The caftan done right!

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Cotton-candy strands — so sweet.

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Watch out, Britney. Denim-on-denim and baby buns make a fun comeback.

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Gladiator-sandal parade!

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Thania Peck and Andi Elloway showing off some abs.

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Lemon yellow and lime green make a refreshing combination.

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Daring to go purse-less!

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Keeping things free and flowy.

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Song of Style’s Aimee Song is the vision of easy-breezy in lace, and pull-on boots.

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Some lovely lawn lounging.

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Sonia Dushey rocks Coachella’s version of camouflage.

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The Hiltons in florals and braids.

Stay Fabulous!

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Chic and Comfy Spring Shoes

Springtime means blooming flowers, April showers, and the perfect excuse to stock up on new shoes. As much as we love a stiletto, our busy, active lives demand that we take both comfort and style into account. Luckily, we can have our cake and eat it too with these comfy and chic shoes!

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Embellished Flats

Supermodel Karlie Kloss shows us a pair of jazzed-up flats work just as well for formal occasions as they do for a weekend brunch.

Get The Look

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Faith B-Amoss ivory satin flat shoes, $80, asos.com

springshoes-pastelbootiesPeep-Toe Booties

A pair of midheel peep-toe booties will effortlessly take you from spring to fall and everywhere in between. Try playing with an on-trend pastel color, which also is hot for all seasons. Model Liu Wen opted for baby blue, but pink, mint green or lilac work just as well!

Get The Look

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Nine West Miraculous dress sandals, $99, amazon.com

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While her sisters wore their sky-high heels for a cross-country flight, Kourtney Kardashian smartly opted for a pair of easy-luxe espadrilles. Her warm-weather-friendly flats get a downtown-edgy update with sleek leather.

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Club Monaco Ryan leather espadrilles, $150, clubmonaco.com

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Silver sandals will be a staple in your spring and summer wardrobes. The metallic sheen complements a spectrum of colors. Plus, a chunky heel brings you stability in anything from slouchy boyfriend jeans to a dressy flared midiskirt, as seen on Rashida Jones.

Get The Look

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Coach Lexey heels, $198, coach.com

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Flat Ankle Boots

Add a white-hot pair of booties to your go-to flat ankle-boot arsenal. Wear them with jeans and a printed spring coat like Emma Roberts, or pair them with shorts or tapered trousers. Edgy and comfy—can’t go wrong with that.

Get The Look

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Miista Marci moto boots, $254, urbanoutfitters.com

springshoes-pastelsneakersLuxe Sneakers

If you didn’t get the memo, luxe sneakers are the hottest accessories for the season. So take a cue from Rihanna (and her Chanel kicks) and wear them in an Easter-egg hue with a skirt (or just your weekend-casual jeans). Your feet will thank you.

Get The Look

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Saucony Jazz Low Pro sneakers, $53, nordstrom.com

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Sienna Miller brightened up her spring neutral outfit with a pair of low-heel, cap-toe pumps. A gold-accented pair makes for the perfect statement shoes to wear at the office—stylish but not too out-there.

Get The Look

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Elie Tahari Sasha kitten heels, $250, bloomingdales.com

springshoes-balletflatsPink Ballet Flats

Grab a pair of pink shoes to go with your pink coat! Or wear them with spring-ready white jeans and a slouchy sweater, like Eva Longoria. Either way, with ballet flats you’ll be on-trend and on the go.

Get The Look

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Kate Spade New York Brynn flats, $198, nordstrom.com

What Spring shoes are you Stepping Into?

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Trend: Dress Skirts & T-Shirts

They just might be fashion’s ultimate odd couple. Yet, their high-low love affair feels so right. Chances are you already have both pieces in your wardrobe. Check out these inspirations and then put the two together!

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A plain white tee is the perfect foil to an embellished skirt like stylist Kate Foley’s.

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Channel your inner Black Swan with a tulle maxi like The Blonde Salad Chiara Ferragni’s Alberta Ferretti version.

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St. Style: Play match-maker with a coordinating top and bottom.

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Sophia Loren, is that you?! Nothing feels more feminine than a full skirt.

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A pencil silhouette, especially in a striking fabric, works equally well. Here, Atlantic-Pacific blogger Blair Eadie wears a Milly Hologram Leather Edith Skirt ($625), and Madewell Linen Paris Tee ($45).

Have a Trendy Day!

XOXO

-D-Anna

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I Am Fashion

I Am Fashion
Rebellious Couture

Studded leather moto jacket
$120 – ark.co.uk

Fallon heart necklace
$180 – barneys.com

Chan Luu black wrap bracelet
$330 – shirise.com

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You are Fashion!

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Karolina Kurkova’s Summer Tips

Karolina shares her tips for assembling the perfect warm-weather look!

Karolina-skirtSkirt the Situation! Get The Look: Aryn K Short Sleeve Blouse ($62); Astr Pleated Faux Leather Skirt ($64); Deena & Ozzy Mesh Hidden Wedge ($49) in White.

Karolina-bagBag of Tricks! Get The Look: Splendid Athens Color Block Jacket ($168); Dooney & Bourke Large Tulip Shopper ($168); Tory Burch Strappy Flat Sandal ($291).

karolina-colorColor Code! Get The Look: T by Alexander Wang Silk Combo Blouse ($135) in Fiji; Joe’s Jeans Bright Color Denim Short ($32) in Tile Blue; Cole Haan Village Jeans Belt ($98) in Argento; Sam Edelman Gilda Gladiator Sandal ($90) in Soft Silver.

karolina-layerLayer Effects! Get The Look: Nasty Gal Loosen Up Knit ($58) in Ivory; Tommy Hilfiger Denim Fitted Mini Skirt ($50); Helen Yoi High-Tops ($85) in White.

Karolina-brightOn the Bright Side! Get The Look: Equipment Signature Button Down Blouse ($208); IRO Jarod Jean ($276).

Whats your Summer Style?

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Statement Heels

Elevate this Summer’s hottest looks with chic pumps and statement sandals. Check out my picks for the most attention-grabbing heels this Season!

Heels-christian-louboutinChristian Louboutin Arnold 100 Sandals, $895; net-a-porter.com

heels-manolo-blahnik-bb-perforated-suede-pumps-lgnManolo Blahnik BB Perforated Suede Pumps, $745; bergdorfgoodman.com

heels-saint-laurentSaint Lauren Tribute Sandals, $543.84 (on sale); farfetch.com

heels-tabitha-summonsTabitha Simmons Ivy Printed Bailey Booties, $1,245; modaoperandi.com

heels-sergio-rossiSergio Rossi Naos Suede Booties, $975; intermixonline.com

heels-charlotte-olympiaCharlotte Olympia Masako Satin Platform Pumps, $896; mytheresa.com

heels-zaraZara Basic Sandals, $49.99 (on sale); zara.com

heels-stuart-weitzmanStuart Weitzman Nouveau Specchio Pointy-Toe Pumps, $340; bergdorfgoodman.com

heels-jimmy-chooJimmy Choo Ivette Patent Leather Sandals, $795; mytheresa.com

heels-zara1Zara Multicolored Lace-Up Sandals, $59.99 (on sale); zara.com

Have a Statement Making Summer!

XOXO

D-Anna

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Lighten Up: Bright Moto Jackets

In energetic shades like sunny yellow, and neon green, the moto jacket takes on a playful look that’s perfect for the season. See how designers and celebs address this vibrant trend and get the look.

brightmoto-Rag&BoneRag & Bone’s oversized, fluorescent green Monaco Jacket ($1795) takes center stage against a neutral palette. Similar Essential: Lauren Ralph Lauren Leather Moto Jacket ($510) in Green.

brightmoto-jessica-albaJessica Alba looked picture perfect arriving at her Soho hotel in NYC earlier this month in Burberry’s Tourmaline Yellow Leather Cropped Biker Jacket ($2795, available June) paired with Dolce & Gabbana’s Printed Sleeveless Dress ($1775) and Sigerson Morrison’s Cool Corista Pumps ($450) in Green Suede. Similar Essential:  ​Mackage Hidi Leather Jacket ($790)

On You!

brightmoto-MangoMango: Biker Jacket ($65)

brightmoto-burberry-britBurberry Brit: Leather Biker Jacket ($1795)

brightmoto-karl-lagerfeldKarl Lagerfeld: Jovanna Neon Stretch-Denim Biker Jacket ($335)

brightmoto-twenty8twelveTwenty8Twelve: Leather Ottilie Jacket ($740) in Coral

Have a Bright and Stylish day!

XOXO

-D-Anna

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Model St. Style: NY Fashion Week 2013

Some Style Inspiration for you from some of the best beauties in New York.
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A bright lip perfectly accents this gorgeous model’s muted palette ensemble.
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Take a cue from this model and add in touches of leather when mixing black and brown.
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Oh, Cara Delevingne, how we love your spunky style!
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This model proves that you can still look stylish with your heels in your bag. Sometimes comfort is key!
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Revisit your art class days with this lesson in how to rock complementary colors —indigo blue pops next to neon yellow.
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This glam fur coat looks even better paired with a berry lip and bold brows.
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This model dressed up her color-block coat with funky wedge sneakers—on-trend and ultra-wearable.
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I love this model’s winter white pants with edgy with geometric black accents.
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Go boho chic with fringe and feather detailing.
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Canary yellow is a perfect way to brighten up a dreary winter day.
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Leather, fur, and a distressed scarf—it’s all about the layers.
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Doutzen Kroes finishes off a sophisticated winter white ensemble with unexpected tough boots.
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Floor sweeping or super short? These two fierce models span the hem spectrum.
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Leather, fur, and toggle buttons, oh my!
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Knits aren’t just for scarves and sweaters—they make for super-stylish trousers as well!
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Coco Rocha’s burnt-orange harem pants are definitely on my wish list this year.
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She’s a snow bunny with a city girl twist!
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Boyfriend jeans are a model staple—add a chunky knit and some booties and you’re good to go!
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There’s no shying away from color here! Her red harem pants pop and that jacket is über cool.
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I’m obsessed with her dramatic fur coat!
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When you’ve got studded boots and leather leggings, you don’t need a runway to strut your stuff.

Happy Styling!

XOXO

D-Anna

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