How often have you spent hours before a big evening out thinking about your outfit, your shoes, your jewelry, your makeup, only to get to the front door and realize all you have to go over all that glam is your worn-out puffer, or the wool coat your parents got you after college? Your holiday outfits deserve better than that! Let your outerwear be a statement, not an afterthought.

up your game
This fabulous coat will have you covered in style wherever you celebrate. Silk on one side, fur on the other, it’s reversible and can be folded into a self-contained travel pouch.

fashion-1-copyLinda Richards silk and fox fur reversible coat, $1,540, Yoana Baraschi knit flare pants, $218; both from Mister Guy Women’s. Majestic Paris turtleneck, $130 from Neiman Marcus; Liza B leopard print patent leather clutch with crocodile closure and red interior, price upon request, ej4lizab.com

italian sensibilities
No way the coat check will get this one confused! Italian designer Etro combines a fitted profile with contemporary piping for a fabulously finished look.

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Etro floral topper, $2,980, Valentino Mary Jane pump, $945; both from Neiman Marcus. Liza B Couture semi-sheen red cowhide bag, $1,200, ej4lizab.com

leave it on!
Not all outerwear needs to be shed. You’ll get compliments all day and night with a cozy, soft-knitted fur vest. It’s better than warm; it’s smokin’ hot!

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Linda Richards rex rabbit vest, $568 from Mister Guy Women’s; J Crew Factory pleated mini skirt, $85, and H&M wool hat, $19.99, both from Taubman Prestige Outlets.  Majestic Filatures turtleneck, $135, and Prada patent leather lace-up shoes, $975; both from Nordstrom. Jewelry, model’s own.

let it roar
Why not show a little of your wild side? Animal prints make any outfit pop, especially classic black and holiday red.

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 Alice and Olivia ‘Montana’ double-breasted leopard peacoat, $595 from Nordstrom; H&M knee-length dress, $49.99 from Taubman Prestige Outlets; Kate Pollmann custom vintage necklace, price upon request, katepollmann.com

sapphire for the season
An Armani topper radiates hues of cool blues. The perfect length for leggings and boots, the boiled wool coat fills the bill for warmth, too.

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Armani Collezioni ombre coat, $1,495, Majestic Paris turtleneck, $130, Saint Laurent suede over-the-knee boot, $1,495; all from Neiman Marcus. Hue leatherette leggings, $58, from Mister Guy Women’s. Earrings, model’s own.

wrap it up
Bundle up in a bold, graphic poncho that will take you from daytime to date night. Perfect for jeans, it has a button-on scarf to keep you extra warm.

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Akris Punto zigzag cape with scarf, $1,590, Majestic Paris turtleneck, $130; both from Neiman Marcus. Frame Denim jean, $239 from Nordstrom.

Photos:  Suzy Gorman
Model: Ali Altenthal, courtesy of West Model Management
Hair: Special thanks to Everett Johnson
Makeup: Randi Nicole
Style Coordination: Emily McGehee
Intern: Berkely Combs