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The Lavender-Orange Blossom Perfume: Warm Florals for Fall

The Lavender-Orange Blossom Perfume: Warm Florals for Fall

This edit gathers lavender, orange blossom, vanilla and musk perfumes, mists and rollerballs for a warm floral scent wardrobe. I picked easy ways to layer them through October.

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The Leather Biker Jacket: A Cropped Black Shape to Layer

The Leather Biker Jacket: A Cropped Black Shape to Layer

This edit gathers black leather bikers, ribbed bombers, cropped shapes, faux leather and suede styles for an easy autumn layer. I would start with the off-center zip and check the hem at the hip.

The Flat Zip Pouch: Coated Cases, Leather and Travel Sets

The Flat Zip Pouch: Coated Cases, Leather and Travel Sets

This edit gathers slim zip pouches, coated cases, leather options and practical travel sets. I focused on easy-to-wipe finishes, useful linings and shapes that keep a tote organized.

The Worn-In Retro Runner: Flat Suede Sneakers for Fall

The Worn-In Retro Runner: Flat Suede Sneakers for Fall

This edit rounds up suede retro runners, slim leather trainers and softly distressed low-tops, with a mix of flat and platform soles. I would start with the finish and fit, then choose the height that works for you.

The Boozy Gourmand: Spiced Coffee, Vanilla and Rum Perfumes

The Boozy Gourmand: Spiced Coffee, Vanilla and Rum Perfumes

This edit gathers sweet perfumes with warm spirit notes, spiced coffee, vanilla and soft florals. I would reach for them when I want a gourmand scent with depth and a slow, cozy dry-down.

Women's Rolex: The Oyster That Swam the Channel and Stayed Small

Women's Rolex: The Oyster That Swam the Channel and Stayed Small

This Women's Rolex edit covers pre-owned Lady-Datejust 26 and 28, Datejust 31, two-tone Rolesor, gold President models and colorful Oyster Perpetuals. I started with the 1927 Channel swim and ended up choosing by size, bracelet and dial.

Chanel Mini Flap: The 2.55's Story in a Bag That Holds a Lipstick

Chanel Mini Flap: The 2.55's Story in a Bag That Holds a Lipstick

This Chanel mini flap edit covers rectangular and square minis, colors, top-handle and pearl crush styles and vintage pieces, all pre-owned. I wrote it for anyone who wants the history behind the little quilted bag and what to check before buying.

Le Labo The Noir 29 Dupe: Fig, Black Tea and Vetiver Looks to Wear Instead

Le Labo The Noir 29 Dupe: Fig, Black Tea and Vetiver Looks to Wear Instead

This Le Labo The Noir 29 dupe edit covers fig, tea, vetiver, mists and oils that share the notes of the original. I would layer a fig mist over a cedar oil for a cold October walk.

Kayali Vanilla 28 Dupe: Where Orchid, Brown Sugar and Tonka Show Up Next

Kayali Vanilla 28 Dupe: Where Orchid, Brown Sugar and Tonka Show Up Next

This Kayali Vanilla 28 dupe edit gathers vanilla perfumes, brown sugar gourmands, amber vanillas, mists and rollerballs built on the same idea as the original. I would read the base notes first and let the dry-down decide.

Charlotte Tilbury Dupe: Nude-Pink Lips, Glow and Soft-Focus Powder

Charlotte Tilbury Dupe: Nude-Pink Lips, Glow and Soft-Focus Powder

This Charlotte Tilbury dupe edit covers nude-pink lips, glow boosters, bronzers, setting powders and eye care from other labels that share the details people love. I would start with the lip, then add the glow.

Dyson Airwrap Dupe: The Auto-Wrap Barrel and Its Closest Relatives

Dyson Airwrap Dupe: The Auto-Wrap Barrel and Its Closest Relatives

This Dyson Airwrap dupe edit covers auto-wrap stylers, hot air brushes, dryers with attachments, round brush dryers and smoothing brushes from other labels. I would start with the barrel, because that is the part that defines the original.

Coach Bag Dupe: Flap, Slouch and Puff Looks That Share the Tabby's Shape

Coach Bag Dupe: Flap, Slouch and Puff Looks That Share the Tabby's Shape

This Coach bag dupe edit covers look-alike flap, slouchy, quilted, top-handle and suede shoulder bags from other labels. I would start with the flap and the leather, and let the strap decide the rest.

Zimmermann Dress Dupe: Ruffles, Linen and Corset Looks Worth Finding

Zimmermann Dress Dupe: Ruffles, Linen and Corset Looks Worth Finding

This Zimmermann dress dupe edit covers floral ruffle midis, puff-sleeve linen, broderie, printed silk and corset minis from other labels. I would start with the details a good alternative needs to get right: the sleeve, the lining and the print.

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Byredo Perfume Dupe: Soft Woods and Neroli From Other Labels

Byredo Perfume Dupe: Soft Woods and Neroli From Other Labels

This Byredo perfume dupe edit gathers sandalwood, incense, neroli, mists and rollerballs from other labels that share the soft woody musk of Byredo's best sellers. I built it for the scent family first, then the format.

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Golden Goose Sneakers Dupe: Worn-In White Leather, Stars and Suede Trim

Golden Goose Sneakers Dupe: Worn-In White Leather, Stars and Suede Trim

This Golden Goose sneakers dupe edit gathers look-alike low-tops from other labels with scuffed white leather, star patches, suede trim and metallic accents. I would pick by the sole and the leather before the star.

Anthropologie Dupe: Scalloped Gold, Cane Chairs and Painted Mugs From Other Labels

Anthropologie Dupe: Scalloped Gold, Cane Chairs and Painted Mugs From Other Labels

This Anthropologie dupe edit covers scalloped gilded wall mirrors, vintage-look and hand-knotted rugs, velvet and cane dining chairs, hand-painted stoneware and textured pillows from other labels. I built it around the 2011 Paris-inspired Gleaming Primrose and what I would check before buying any of it.

MacKenzie-Childs Dupe: A Black-and-White Check Look for Your Fall Table

MacKenzie-Childs Dupe: A Black-and-White Check Look for Your Fall Table

This MacKenzie-Childs dupe edit rounds up look-alike check plates, pumpkins, planters, trays and mugs from other labels that share the black-and-white check and gold trim. I would build it slowly, one glossy hero and a few quiet checks.

Wide Brim Felt Hat: The Fedora Started as a Stage Costume in 1882

Wide Brim Felt Hat: The Fedora Started as a Stage Costume in 1882

This wide brim felt hat edit covers cream, black, camel, floppy and colored felt hats for fall. I started with the stage hat Sarah Bernhardt wore in 1882 and went from there.

Cropped Cardigan: From a Crimean War Coat to the Waist-Length Knit

Cropped Cardigan: From a Crimean War Coat to the Waist-Length Knit

This cropped cardigan edit covers cashmere, fine-gauge, collared, cable-knit and striped styles that hit at the waist. I would wear them with high-waisted pants and skirts all through October.

Fringe Dress: From Rain-Shedding Buckskin to the Dance Floor

Fringe Dress: From Rain-Shedding Buckskin to the Dance Floor

This fringe dress edit covers midis, minis, beaded party styles, faux suede western dresses and fringe tops and skirts. I started with the history because fringe was a working detail long before it was a party one.

Cowboy Hats for Women: From Stetson's 1865 Boss of the Plains to Today

Cowboy Hats for Women: From Stetson's 1865 Boss of the Plains to Today

This edit of cowboy hats for women covers straw, raffia, cream and tan felt, black and brown felt, and colorful trims. I would reach for straw now and felt when the first cold week arrives.

Shoes for Wide Feet: The Shop Gadget Behind the Letters on the Box

Shoes for Wide Feet: The Shop Gadget Behind the Letters on the Box

Our edit of shoes for wide feet covers flats, sneakers, ankle boots, block heels and slip-ons offered in wide widths. I explain what the width letters mean and how I would fit each pair.

Sneakers for the Office: How the 1980 Strike Put Them on Women's Commutes

Sneakers for the Office: How the 1980 Strike Put Them on Women's Commutes

Sneakers for the office, from white leather low-tops and slim retro pairs to dark slip-ons and cushioned everyday shoes, with the 1980 New York transit strike behind them. I would build the rotation around one clean white pair and one dark pair.

What to Wear With Silk Pants: From Chanel's Beach Pyjamas to a Fall Dinner

What to Wear With Silk Pants: From Chanel's Beach Pyjamas to a Fall Dinner

Here is what to wear with silk pants this fall, from fine cashmere and boat-neck tops to tuxedo blazers and slingbacks. I take my cues from Chanel, Galitzine and Saint Laurent, who all taught women to let the soft trouser do the talking.

Riviera Chic Dress Code: From a Sailor's Shirt to Saint-Tropez Summers

Riviera Chic Dress Code: From a Sailor's Shirt to Saint-Tropez Summers

This riviera chic dress code edit covers Breton stripes, linen, sundresses, hats, scarves and espadrilles for a Mediterranean weekend. I would start with a striped top and let everything else stay pale, natural and flat.

Tropical Chic Dress Code: Why Orange Beats Black at an Island Wedding

Tropical Chic Dress Code: Why Orange Beats Black at an Island Wedding

A tropical chic dress code means bold prints, saturated color and clean cuts, and this edit covers maxis, linen midis, silk sets, raffia sandals and woven bags. I would build it in that order, dress first and earrings last.

What to Wear to a Wedding in Italy: Covered Shoulders, Sugared Almonds and Block Heels

What to Wear to a Wedding in Italy: Covered Shoulders, Sugared Almonds and Block Heels

What to wear to a wedding in Italy, from silk satin midis and floral maxis to long-sleeve gowns, block heels and shawls for church. I picture a guest who can sit through a Catholic ceremony, climb a Venetian bridge and still dance after dinner.

The Carryall Index

The Carryall Index

The practical luxury bag story: large totes, woven leather, raffia structure, soft shoulder bags, and sculptural clutches.