8 Holiday Dressing Tips Fresh From the Pre-Fall Collections Inline

  • Bottega Veneta
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    Bottega Veneta’s Punchy Suiting

    Forget dresses. At Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier made the case for jewel-toned suiting in a slouchy silhouette. Whether you reach for a deep crimson, marigold, or even a light blush, the look promises to be a conversation-starter.

  • pre fall dressing
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    2/16

    Joseph New Jagger crepe de Chine wide-leg pants, $465, net-a-porter.com; Joseph Roman stretch-crepe blazer, $845, net-a-porter.com; Gucci wool-blend blazer, $875, net-a-porter.com; Gucci wool-blend twill flared pants, $557, net-a-porter.com; Altuzarra Matisse pencil skirt, $695, mytheresa.com; Altuzarra Indiana double-breasted blazer, $1,795, mytheresa.com

  • Versace
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    3/16

    Versace’s Only Accessory? A Festive Choker

    The urge to accessorize is strong during the holidays, but take a lesson from Donatella Versace, who offered up sparkling minidresses worn with simple, coordinating chokers. No earrings, rings, or bracelets necessary.

  • pre fall dressing
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    4/16

    Judy Geib Colombian emerald Rivière, $59,560, barneys.com; ASOS crystal choker necklace, $22, asos.com; Passiana floral crystal collar necklace, $41, overstock.com

  • Victoria Beckham
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    5/16

    Victoria Beckham Makes the Slip Dress Work in Winter

    All signs point to the slip dress being the It item of 2016. Make yours last year-round by wearing it over a thin turtleneck in a punchy color.