When searching the stores for the season’s standouts, one thing is apparent: The color blue is having its day. Paired with brown and black, it makes the brightest statement, one that turns the corner on summer effortlessly. Transition from the pales of summer to the depths of navy and cobalt. Texture and pattern play a heavy part too this season, so give in to graphics and go geo. There will be time enough to cover it all up with a great coat, but for now, fall in line and let the outfit speak for itself.
[get going]
Mixing blues and browns is a perfect fall combo.
On Madeleine: Diane von Furstenberg dress, $297, Prada handbag, $3,990; both from Neiman Marcus | Gucci suede boots, $1,250 from Saks Fifth Avenue
On Robert: Southwick sport coat, $895, Zanella pant, $325; both from Mister Guy | Boss by Hugo Boss shirt, $155 from Neiman Marcus | To Boot New York by Adam Derrick shoe, $325, belt, $168; both from Saks Fifth Avenue
[the power of pattern]
Graphics can make a big impression on a little dress.
Yigal Azrouël dress, $1,350, Saint Laurent bootie, $950, Givenchy handbag, $1,495; all from Saks Fifth Avenue | Pegasus necklace, $198, stud earrings, $24;
both from Stella & Dot
[sweater weather]
Classic, casual and contemporary.
Armani Collection sweater, $295, Theory pant, $245; both from Neiman Marcus | David Donahue shirt, $135 from Mister Guy
[don’t look back]
What you’re paying for is 360 degrees of fit, fabric and flair.
Missoni jacket, $3,195 from Nordstrom | Chanel bootie, $1,595 from Neiman Marcus
[blue velvet]
Luxe, longing to be touched.
On Madeleine: Escada jumpsuit, $2,450, Carolina Herrera fox fur caplet, $5,500, Valentino patent leather pumps, $695, Yves Saint Laurent bag, $1,390, all from Saks Fifth Avenue
On Robert: Versace Collection velvet jacket, $1,050, Saks Fifth Avenue Collection shirt, $188, Boss by Hugo Boss pant, $195, Versace Collection patent loafer, $595, Eton bowtie, $95; all from Saks Fifth Avenue
[take her for a spin]
Cobalt never looked so good. Keep it monochromatic for dramatic effect.
Alexander McQueen dress, $1,855, Nancy Gonzales clutch, $1,650; both from Neiman Marcus | Manolo Blahnik pump, $875; from Saks Fifth Avenue
Photos by Suzy Gorman
Style coordination by Kirsten Glanvill
Hair and makeup by Randi Davis
Models: Madeleine Hepperman, courtesy of West Model & Talent | Robert Stewart, courtesy of Talent Plus
