The russet/rust/burnt orange/brown earth tones are not reserved to autumn fashion. They’re warm, organic and flattering to many complexions. (For more information or to purchase an item, click on the product name in red).
Dresses
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Ports 1961 Pleated Dress- Light reflecting shimmer in a covered dress ready to go anywhere. Add an interesting belt. Fabrication keeps it from being entirely conservative. 100% Silk Satin, draped, wrap-effect dress with off-center pleating at waist, V-neck, elasticized panel at the waist back, unfinished hem. Concealed hook and zipper fastening at the side. $250.00
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Wool Dress- Cute and sophisticated, this neat little dress has Rykiel’s signature sense of humor printing pleats instead of creating them. Gamine. Oranges combine in this scoop neck, short-sleeved sweater dress; black tie around the hips, pleat-patterned skirt. Above the knee, but not mini. $309.00
Kain Label Saddle Jersey Dress- If you have the body for it, this is a really useful piece. Add a bit of interesting jewelry and great shoes. Simple, but not dull. Boat neckline, rolled short sleeves, sides ruched. Figure-hugging.96% Modal/4% Spandex. $185.00
Erdem Yayoi Strapless Dress- The texture here is simply wonderful. Pair with texture: fur, cashmere, dupioni silk jacket/coat. A great neck piece. Perhaps gold or bronze footwear. Floral shaped ribbon embroidery covers the garment. Plating at waist adds to volume. Side pockets, inner corset. Fully lined. Concealed zipper fastening at the back with hook-and-eye. 40% Silk/60% Polyester. Short. On sale $1036.00
Tops
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Helmut Lang Long, Crepe Wrap Top- Easy and sexy. Wear with simply cut skirt or pants, short or long. Gold or mineral jewelry. Keep it earthy. Sleeveless wrap top featuring low cowl neck and taupe, soft leather adjustable belt for closure. 100% Polyester. $100.00
Lover Snake Sleeve Blouse- Arty and feminine. Ideal for gallery openings, foreign films, out of the way haute restaurants. Distinctive. 100% Silk. Covered buttons up the front, caplet shoulders with ruffled sleeves “snaking” down the arm to just below the elbow. $245.00
Sportmax Pece Fluted Ribbed Sweater- Interesting minimalist. Simplicity needs flair to work-just a little something to catch the eye. This stage whispers.Mustard. Raglan sleeves, fluted knit detail at waistline. 100% Wool. $190.00
Rodebjer Musine Draped Fine Cardigan- A wonderful traveling piece. Grand for entertainment at home as well. Pair with skinny silk pants and lots and lots of jewelry. Tumeric. Buttoned at the shoulders, draped open front; gathered and dropped. Slips on. 80% Cotton/20% Angora. $87.00
Skirts
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Polo Ralph Lauren Washed Tuscany Lamb Pembroke Skirt- You and this skirt will grow old together assuming your waistline doesn’t spread. A classic. Patrician and ever useful. Tack Brown. Figure hugging pencil skirt with attached belt and back slit. 100% Lambskin. $1030.00
Helmut Lang Layered Shroud Skirt- Park Avenue/Ibiza casual and oh so fashionable. Pair with metallic tank or well cut tee for luxe insouciance. Mustard. Uneven layering, attached tan leather d-ring belt, side zipper closure. $385.00
Stella McCartney Front Flap Detail Skirt- You can’t get more conservative than this. For women preferring sweater sets and inherited jewelry. A substantial and practical piece. Features large rectangular front flap detail and back zipper fastening. 100% Wool. $414.00
Diesel Kanite Skirt- There’s something classical about this piece calling to strappy sandals or bare feet. A little Greek, perhaps? Maxi (ankle-length) skirt with gathered waistband, twin button fastening, leather trimmed pocket and belt loops, small zippered pocket. This transformational piece features a single shoulder strap that can be worn up turning it into a one shoulder dress with added strapless bandeau or tee. Unlined. 100% Rayon. $282.00
Pants
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Alice & Olivia Wed Leg Paula Pant- Basic, well cut, wide legged paint. Casual, practical. Spring/Summer item. Slash pockets, waistband with belt loops and narrow, matching belt. Button closure. $297.00
Ailanto Perforated (they breathe) Jacquard Jersey Trousers- Fluid silhouette, interesting detail. Drawstring beneath wide waistband with attached sash, two side slit pockets, back zipper closure. Tuck in your blouse or tee please. 90% Viscose/10% Elastane. $550.00
Robert Rodriguez Wide Leg Pleated Pant- The most feminine of the bunch, these move as you walk. Cropped or fitted blouse. Perhaps a hint of color or metallic at the waist. Exaggerated pleats on front silhouette. Banded waist with slim belt loops, front zipper and button closure. Two off-seam front pockets, back slit pocket. High rise. Cuffs. $297.00
Phillip Lim Flat Front Flare Pant- As streamlined and unfussy as they come for slim, confident women. Cuffed pant with hook-and-eye tab closure. $375.00
Jackets
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Emporio Armani Full-Length Jacket- Lightweight, luxe fabric. Handsome shape. Wear over short skirt or skinny pants. Keep it architectural, minimalist. Enormous jewelry would be appropriate. Organza snap button closing, two pockets. Fully lined. 56% Woven Viscose/44% Silk. On sale $145.00
Lover Troupe Cropped Toggle Coat- Flattering a-line shape and finished closure makes this much more stylish than the usual square toggle-front jackets. Cashmere makes it soft. Leather toggles with black horn buttons. Front pockets. Detachable straps with horn buttons on cuffs. 86% Wool/14% Cashmere. Fully lined. on sale $396.00
Tim Van Steenbergen Wrap Blazer- European looking. Perfect over a black or white tee and clean lined bottom piece. Packable. Carmel color Polyester. Generous wrap front, v-neck, long sleeves with button cuffs. Pleated side detail, two side pockets, detached self-belt tie at the waist. On sale $497.00
Shoes and Booties
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Salvatore Ferragamo Dalia Pointy Pumps- Craftsmanship will out. These extremely graceful Italian shoes will serve you well. Clean line, superior suede. Suede. Leather sole and lining. 2.75” heel. Pointy. $522.00
SM Hayle Pump by Steve Madden- For those who insist on reaching the heights…and staying there. Suede peep toe, cut-out upper. 1 ½” platform; 5 ¼” covered heel. Synthetic sole. $70.00
Poetic License About the Benjamins Heel- Walk all day in these looking like a scholar with a racy secret life. Quirky. Chocolate leather oxfords with attitude. Stacked wood heels, violet soles, orange scalloped trim, cream and houndstooth vamps, bronze satin ribbon laces. $104.99
Bertie Kai Low Heel Ankle Boot- Comfortable, on trend. A bit of pizzazz. Do not not not wear more leopard with them. These make the point without advertising. Leopard print calf-skin texture finish, zip closure, almond shaped toe, low stacked block heel. $158.17
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La Mie Ballerine Shoe- Wear all day flats for running errands. Cute with cropped pants or short skirts. Brown and black. Borrowed-from-the-boys, inspired by the brogue. Suede, almost flat. Synthetic sole, leather lining. $67.00
Dune Lucia Tassel Loafers- Eminently practical. Great with rust, brown or beige slacks. Raised stitched seam, twin tassel embellishments, roll-edged cuff, paneling to the heel, suede finish. Suede liner, synthetic sole. On sale $76.36
