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A Plaid Blazer + Denim
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A heavy, plaid blazer, a tee, and some jeans will give you a studious vibe in the best way. Consider accessorizing with vinyl-style shoes (like mules!), a structured bag, and a gigantic scrunchie.
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A Turtleneck + Pencil Skirt
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Feelin’ sleek? A fitted turtleneck, pencil skirt, and oversized blazer will work amazing in the office. Switch out your tote for a small bag and your prescription glasses for skinny sunnies.
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A Sweater + Slip
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Copper hues are always a win for fall and nothing feels as luxurious as wearing a satin dress that feels like you’re wearing nothing at all. Add a chunky knit, since you’ll need to layer up as it gets chilly.
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A Fur Coat + Printed Boots
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Allow your coat to become the look. A bold, statement coat, printed boots, and huge sunnies speak to the inner mob wife living inside all of us.
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A Burgundy Dress + Leather Jacket
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Burgundy is the bold hue for fall and this November, you’ll likely be drawn to head-to-toe monochromatic feels.
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A Gothic Dress + Knee-Length Boots
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If you want to get into dark academia fashion, how about styling a black turtleneck, tweed dress (especially one with gold adornments), and socks with knee-length boots?
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A Cinched Blazer + Washed Denim
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Oh hello, office siren. You’ll turn heads in a brown cinched blazer, orange-tinted sunglasses, brown-washed denim, pointed-toe shoes, and a woven tote.
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A Suit Set + Scarf
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Always cold? Then, a suit made of boucle material will be a lifesaver. Add a scarf to amp up the outfit.
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A Denim Set
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Denim is always a mood. You’ll see more washed versions, particularly in warmer hues, this season. If you’re wearing a skirt, don’t forget to add tights so you don’t freeze out there!
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A Leather Jacket + Pants
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Lazy dressers, you’ll be excited to know that a leather jacket and leather pants (bonus: if they’re slouchy) make for a very easy and put-together ensemble.
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A Knit + Dark-Wash Jeans
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This burgundy knit + leather collar shirt + dark-wash jeans = so moody. So preppy. So cute.
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A Belted, Plaid Blazer + Skirt
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If Hermoine was attending private school these days in NYC, I’m pretty sure she’d wear something like this.
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A Hoodie + Loafers
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Get cozy in a heavy coat, hoodie, high turtleneck, and shorts…yes, shorts. Reach for tights, and socks, and wear with your favorite loafers for optimal comfort.
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A Taupe Coat + Layers
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Show off your fashion chops by layering, layering, layering! Keep to taupe tones for a distinct November aesthetic.
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A Cognac Combo + Denim Blazer
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Cognac-colored clothing belongs in your closet this month. Break up the monochromatic scheme with a denim blazer.
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A Tweed Set + Mary-Janes
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A tweed moment is major. Don’t forget your Mary-Jane’s!
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A Leopard Coat + Oversized Pants
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Leopard print is a major fall trend. You’ll be even cooler making it work into your outfit with a chic blazer, oversized pants, and a coat.
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