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Evening Edit: Outfits for Something Formal

Getting dressed for something formal: 40 evening dresses, heels and bags from Jeffrey Campbell, Cult Gaia, Tony Bianco and Schutz.

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Are Mules In? Designer Mules and Backless Shoes

Are mules in? The backless shoe I reach for first: 40 designer mules and slingbacks from Manolo Blahnik, Roger Vivier and Gucci.

Pump Edit: Leather, Satin and Slingback Heels I Would Wear Twice

The pumps I would actually wear twice, in leather, satin and slingbacks: 40 pairs from Tony Bianco, Saint Laurent and Louboutin.

Knee Boots: Should You Buy Them?

Should you buy knee boots? The tall boot question, answered with 40 pairs from Gianvito Rossi, Saint Laurent and Paris Texas.

The Ankle Boot Edit: Suede and Leather Ankle Boots

The boot that goes with everything: 40 suede and leather ankle boots from Khaite, Saint Laurent and Isabel Marant, $330 to $3,100.

Are Suede Shoes Worth It? Suede Boots and Sneakers

Are suede shoes worth it? Suede is worth the extra care: 40 pairs from Isabel Marant, Golden Goose, Gianvito Rossi and Jimmy Choo.

Shoulder Bags: Why the Strap Drop Matters

Why the strap drop matters more than the logo: 40 shoulder bags from Saint Laurent, Gucci, Balenciaga and Stella McCartney.

Woven Bags: The Best of Woven Bags for Every Season

Woven bags are not only for August: 40 styles from Bottega Veneta, Loewe, Saint Laurent and Olga Berg.

Suede Bags: Let's Talk About the Bag That Softens With Use

The bag that softens with use: 40 suede bags from Saint Laurent, Alaïa and Valentino Garavani, priced $128 to $5,900.

Why are Midi Skirts So In?

Midi skirts are so in because the length works on a weekday, as these Zimmermann knit and lace-trimmed pieces show.

Tank Tops Worth the Investment: The Layer Under Everything

When tank tops are worth the investment: 40 tanks from Free People, Enza Costa, Gabriela Hearst and EB Denim.

Caudalie Skincare: Serums, Cleansers, Sunscreen and Creams

A Caudalie skincare routine can run from the Premier Cru serum to cleansers, sunscreen and creams. Shop 40 skincare picks, $15 to $180.

Eye Makeup Picks: Mascara, Shadow and the Rest

Our eye makeup picks: 40 mascaras, shadows and liners from Natasha Denona, Anastasia Beverly Hills, ILIA and Charlotte Tilbury.

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Wool in Summer? Should You Buy Wool Pieces Now

Wool is the whole argument for winter: 40 wool skirts, pants and coats from The Row, Max Mara and Zimmermann, $185 to $5,750.

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Paolo Gucci Style: Dresses, Tops and Lightweight Layers

Paolo Gucci matters to how people dress now mostly through silhouette. What follows is the look translated into things you can buy.

The Shoe Edit: Flats, Sneakers, and Boots

Everything worth knowing about shoes is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. A stacked heel walks better than a block of the same height.

Pink Slides and Soft Sandals: A Buying Guide

Buying Pink Balenciaga Slides comes down to a few checks you can do from the product page. Everything else is preference.

D&G Shoes, Compared

Comparing D&G Shoes comes down to two or three measurable differences rather than a general sense of quality. Sneaker sizing runs a half size small across most of these brands.

Printed Shirts, Blouses, And Tops

Buying printed shirts, blouses, and tops comes down to a few checks you can do from the product page. Everything else is preference.

Rings, Necklaces, and Statement Jewelry

Everything worth knowing about rings, necklaces, and statement jewelry is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. Solid gold costs more and lasts longer.

Dresses, Jumpsuits, and Elevated Separates

Everything worth knowing about dresses, jumpsuits, and elevated separates is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. Lining is what stops a cheap fabric reading as cheap.

Shirts, Dresses, and Tailored Pieces

Shirts, dresses and tailored pieces are easiest to judge by the lining, so check it first. I start with the signature pieces, then what actually decides a good buy.

Designer Shoes Women, Compared

The designer shoes women keep wearing tend to be the quiet classics: a good pump, a slingback, a loafer, a knee boot and one evening pair. Here are more than 200 of them, from Roger Vivier and The Row to Alaïa and Gianvito Rossi.

Jeans Fit And Rise Guide

Everything worth knowing about The Row Carlisle Jeans is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. Anything over about 2 per cent elastane will bag at the knee by the afternoon.

Kitten Heels and Pumps: How to Wear Them

The short answer on kitten heels and pumps: pick one anchor piece, keep the palette to two colours, and let the shoes decide how formal the whole thing reads. One piece should lead and the rest should stay quiet; two competing pieces read as an accident.

Sweaters, Cardigans, and Knitwear

More than a hundred fall sweaters, from fine cashmere crewnecks to belted cardigans, a few loud argyles and a top shelf from Prada and The Row. I sorted them by how much work they do in a week, starting with the ones I would wear four days out of five.

The Shoe Edit: Sandals, Boots, and Heels

What Alexander McQueen Shoes Price actually costs is a range rather than a number, and the gap between the low and high end here is mostly materials and finishing. Price splits into materials, labour, volume and brand margin, and only the first two are visible in the product.

Loafers: The Comfort Test

Loafers are most comfortable with a stacked or block heel, which spreads load better than a stiletto. I go through the comfort rules that change what you buy, starting with the heel.

Evening Edit: Outfits for Something Formal

Getting dressed for something formal: 40 evening dresses, heels and bags from Jeffrey Campbell, Cult Gaia, Tony Bianco and Schutz.

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Are Mules In? Designer Mules and Backless Shoes

Are mules in? The backless shoe I reach for first: 40 designer mules and slingbacks from Manolo Blahnik, Roger Vivier and Gucci.

Pump Edit: Leather, Satin and Slingback Heels I Would Wear Twice

The pumps I would actually wear twice, in leather, satin and slingbacks: 40 pairs from Tony Bianco, Saint Laurent and Louboutin.

Knee Boots: Should You Buy Them?

Should you buy knee boots? The tall boot question, answered with 40 pairs from Gianvito Rossi, Saint Laurent and Paris Texas.

The Ankle Boot Edit: Suede and Leather Ankle Boots

The boot that goes with everything: 40 suede and leather ankle boots from Khaite, Saint Laurent and Isabel Marant, $330 to $3,100.

Are Suede Shoes Worth It? Suede Boots and Sneakers

Are suede shoes worth it? Suede is worth the extra care: 40 pairs from Isabel Marant, Golden Goose, Gianvito Rossi and Jimmy Choo.

Shoulder Bags: Why the Strap Drop Matters

Why the strap drop matters more than the logo: 40 shoulder bags from Saint Laurent, Gucci, Balenciaga and Stella McCartney.

Woven Bags: The Best of Woven Bags for Every Season

Woven bags are not only for August: 40 styles from Bottega Veneta, Loewe, Saint Laurent and Olga Berg.

Suede Bags: Let's Talk About the Bag That Softens With Use

The bag that softens with use: 40 suede bags from Saint Laurent, Alaïa and Valentino Garavani, priced $128 to $5,900.

Why are Midi Skirts So In?

Midi skirts are so in because the length works on a weekday, as these Zimmermann knit and lace-trimmed pieces show.

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Tank Tops Worth the Investment: The Layer Under Everything

When tank tops are worth the investment: 40 tanks from Free People, Enza Costa, Gabriela Hearst and EB Denim.

Caudalie Skincare: Serums, Cleansers, Sunscreen and Creams

A Caudalie skincare routine can run from the Premier Cru serum to cleansers, sunscreen and creams. Shop 40 skincare picks, $15 to $180.

Eye Makeup Picks: Mascara, Shadow and the Rest

Our eye makeup picks: 40 mascaras, shadows and liners from Natasha Denona, Anastasia Beverly Hills, ILIA and Charlotte Tilbury.

Wool in Summer? Should You Buy Wool Pieces Now

Wool is the whole argument for winter: 40 wool skirts, pants and coats from The Row, Max Mara and Zimmermann, $185 to $5,750.

Paolo Gucci Style: Dresses, Tops and Lightweight Layers

Paolo Gucci matters to how people dress now mostly through silhouette. What follows is the look translated into things you can buy.

The Shoe Edit: Flats, Sneakers, and Boots

Everything worth knowing about shoes is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. A stacked heel walks better than a block of the same height.

Pink Slides and Soft Sandals: A Buying Guide

Buying Pink Balenciaga Slides comes down to a few checks you can do from the product page. Everything else is preference.

D&G Shoes, Compared

Comparing D&G Shoes comes down to two or three measurable differences rather than a general sense of quality. Sneaker sizing runs a half size small across most of these brands.

Printed Shirts, Blouses, And Tops

Buying printed shirts, blouses, and tops comes down to a few checks you can do from the product page. Everything else is preference.

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Rings, Necklaces, and Statement Jewelry

Everything worth knowing about rings, necklaces, and statement jewelry is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. Solid gold costs more and lasts longer.

Dresses, Jumpsuits, and Elevated Separates

Everything worth knowing about dresses, jumpsuits, and elevated separates is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. Lining is what stops a cheap fabric reading as cheap.

Shirts, Dresses, and Tailored Pieces

Shirts, dresses and tailored pieces are easiest to judge by the lining, so check it first. I start with the signature pieces, then what actually decides a good buy.

Designer Shoes Women, Compared

Jeans Fit And Rise Guide

Everything worth knowing about The Row Carlisle Jeans is below, starting with the part that changes what you buy. Anything over about 2 per cent elastane will bag at the knee by the afternoon.

Kitten Heels and Pumps: How to Wear Them

Sweaters, Cardigans, and Knitwear

The Shoe Edit: Sandals, Boots, and Heels

Loafers: The Comfort Test

Loafers are most comfortable with a stacked or block heel, which spreads load better than a stiletto. I go through the comfort rules that change what you buy, starting with the heel.

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