The Style Rules You Should Be Breaking
Abiding by fashion rules can equate to an incredibly dull sartorial existence. Whether you feel obligated to store away your whites after Labor Day or believe you should only wear a gown with heels, following the rules is just plain boring. Thankfully it only takes a little moxie to veer from convention, so here are a few ideas that should empower you to break some long-adhered-to fashion rules and look impossibly stylish while doing so.
Vanessa Jackman
Sequins For Day
Sparkly pieces are appropriate for daytime as long as you temper them with casual, menswear items. We love the juxtaposition of a leather military shirt with a feminine sequin skirt.
Leather Military Shirt , Zara $199
Black Sequin Pencil Skirt , Dorothy Perkins $79
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Whites After Labor Day
Go ahead and continue wearing your whites after Labor Day. An off-white ensemble of nubby knits and wool trousers makes an effortlessly chic statement.
Cable Knit Cashmere Sweater , Marc Jacobs $995
Vintage Wide Leg Trouser , Guy Laroche $297
Gown With Sneakers
A fabulous evening gown shouldn’t collect dust in your closet due to a lack of black-tie invitations. Mix things up by pairing one with sneakers (seriously) for a cool-girl sportswear spin.
Gabriela Lace Maxi Dress , Maje $570
Bart Sneakers , Isabel Marant Etoile $475
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Mix Your Metals
Forget what your mother told you: Mixing metals is absolutely ok and instantly ups your jewelry game. We’re partial to layering delicate gold and silver pendants.
Hamsa Necklace , Tai $60
Layered Monolith Necklace , Kristen Elspeth $158
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Black And Navy
Despite being close on the color spectrum, black and navy look surprisingly classic and incredibly stylish when paired together. Just make sure the navy item is blue enough to create a contrast.
Serena Rib Sweater , IRO $329
Habit Wool And Mohair Pants , Acne $560
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