Make a statement

It doesn't take a create reflects your personality and spirit--just a few signature piece and a willingness to express yourself. We've supplied the pieces here: fall highlights of bold colors, graphic elements, subtle textures and surprising designs. Now all you need to do is be inspired.

color commentary

Nothing like a cashmere sweater in brilliant blue to add zing to your look and envelop you in warm, exquisite softness. Hip additions: a distressed-leather pea coat and knit skullcap. Pea coat by Sundance, cashmere turtleneck and wool by Masse, wool cap by Nagual.

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suit yourself

For the traditionalist who harbors a sexy streak, here's a perfect sartorial synergy: the classic wool tweed suit reincarnated as a tight peplum jacket plus low-slung trouser. Another refreshing twist: a floral shirt underneath. Tweed suit by Plenty, shirt by For Joseph for Sundance.

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graphic material

Feeling bold? This can't-miss-it wool skirt catches that spirit. And the unfinished neck and sleeves on the accompanying cashmere sweater come as an edgy surprise. Skirt by Masse, sweater by Suss Design. shawl by Ancient spirit.

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blanket statement

Does the word "electric" figure prominently in people's description of you? Then we've found your must-have piece for fall: this blanketlike woolen sweater of a thousand influences. Maxi patchwork sweater by Grau, scarf by Ancient Spirit, newsboy cap by New York Hat Company.

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rebel rouser

Indulge your inner renegade: The buckles on these otherwise sedate and even office-worthy wool tweed pants belie a sort of punk rock inspiration. In keeping with the theme: the denim jacket revisited, this time in leather. Pants by David Park, jacket by Sundance, top by Lu Lu Lame, boots by Kenneth Cole Reaction.

For more information, see the Buyer's Guide on page 145.

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