5 Professionally Styled Outfits to Try This Spring
From office to wedding to brunch, by Saks’ top stylists.
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Calling someone who works in one of your favorite department stores a ‘sales associate’ is no longer exactly an apt description. Those working in today’s stores are legitimate stylists—experts in their field who can do so much more than fetch the next size up for you in the dressing room. They’re able to advise on how to style the season’s must-have Helmut Lang feathered top for drinks with friends or what outfit you should wear to your next job interview. To wit, five stylists from Saks Fifth Avenue stores around the country show us five new looks to try this season, and we asked it-illustrator Blair Breitenstein to show how cool girls around the country would put everything together.
Dinner with Friends
"Chloé is the go-to brand for looking effortlessly elegant, which is perfect for dinner with your girlfriends. This ultra-feminine, surrealist inspired dress gets an off-duty update when paired with a boot and minimalist accessories. The trench is the must-have outerwear piece of the season and will punctuate every outfit perfectly."
-Suhail Kwatra, Boston CONTACT
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Chloé dress, saksfifthavenue.com; Khaite trench, $1,690, saksfifthavenue.com; Chloé boots, $1,390, saksfifthavenue.com; Charlotte Chesnais earrings, $565, saksfifthavenue.com; The Row bag, $990, saksfifthavenue.com
After-Work Cocktails
"Fashion is all about doing the unexpected, like wearing bold colors in more classic silhouettes or incorporating embellishments into your everyday wardrobe. This feather top kicks tailored trousers up a notch, while the kitten heels create a fresh, more modern look versus high heels."
- Lisa Blank, Philadelphia CONTACT
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Helmut Lang top, $335, saksfifthavenue.com; Oscar de la Renta pants, $1,490, saksfifthavenue.com; Loewe bag, $1,890, saksfifthavenue.com; Gianvito Rossi shoes, $745, saksfifthavenue.com
Office Attire
"Graphic prints mix perfectly into your wardrobe. For example, this Burberry trench feels fresh in tartan and is a great day-to-night coat. It's also super versatile - you can throw it on over a work dress and wear it to the office or pair with jeans and a sexy top to go out. I also love white accessories! Nothing lightens up an outfit for Spring like a white shoe. If you're going out my favorite way to add a white accessory is to pop it off of an all-black outfit. It feels super modern and elegant!"
- Edward Barnes, New York CONTACT
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Burberry trench, $2,700, saksfifthavenue.com; Fendi sweater, $990, saksfifthavenue.com; Fendi skirt, $990, saksfifthavenue.com; Fendi shoes, $850, saksfifthavenue.com
Weekend Brunch
"Logos are back! This season it's logomania—on dresses, pants and even jackets. It makes a casual jacket look more dressed up than the usual silhouette. These luxury track pants still look refined and are a comfortable alternative to a trouser. You can even dress them up with a high heeled shoe. Fanny packs are also hot this season, worn not only with pants but also with dresses and skirts. They give you the option to be hands free and comfortable at events and when running around town. A must have!"
- Tony Ferreira, Beverly Hills CONTACT
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Valentino jacket, $3,490, saksfifthavenue.com; Theory pants, $345, saksfifthavenue.com; Valentino bag, $1,375, saksfifthavenue.com; Aquazzura shoes, $725, saksfifthavenue.com
Summer Wedding
"Be the best-dressed guest at any summer wedding or event in this gingham gown from Rosie Assoulin. Paired with nude strappy sandals from Miu Miu and floral inspired earrings from Lele Sadoughi, this look can take you from day to night with ease."
- Tesa Render, Atlanta CONTACT
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Rosie Assoulin dress, $1,795, saksfifthavenue.com; Lele Sadoughi earrings, $190, saksfifthavenue.com; Céline sunglasses, $400, saksfifthavenue.com; Miu Miu shoes, $950, saksfifthavenue.com
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