Bright Lights

Clothes We Love - September
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Bright Lights

01 of 08

WHY WE LOVE IT

WHY WE LOVE IT
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It's as if everyone realized that spring's smashing hues were such a hit, there was no reason to tone them down. The difference now is that there's less focus on color blocking. Clothes and accessories in the same palette are fall's newest BFFs. Invest in one intense shade-whether it be emerald, fuchsia, scarlet, or canary-and then work it as hard as a thief with an alibi. Don't hold back.

HOW TO WEAR IT
Ignore the old finger-wagging for going matchy-matchy. To safeguard against overkill, reveal a hint of skin: It could be a bare shoulder (see Prabal Gurung's romantic one-shoulder dress) or legs sheathed with black sheers (rather than opaque tights). Resist pairing with neutrals like gray or beige (too safe and too '90s). And punctuate your glow with a poppy-red lip.

Photos: (left to right) The Row, Versace, Prabal Gurung, Blumarine

02 of 08

Brian Atwood Pumps

Clothes We Love - September
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Calf-hair pumps, Brian Atwood, $735; net-a-porter.com.

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03 of 08

APC Dress

Clothes We Love - September
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Wool-cashmere dress, APC, $385; 212-966-9685.

04 of 08

Theory Coat

Clothes We Love - September
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Calfskin coat, Theory, $1,195; theory.com.

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05 of 08

Nicole Miller Gown

Clothes We Love - September
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Silk gown, Nicole Miller Collection, $750; nicolemiller.com.

06 of 08

Frock by Tracy Reese Dress

Clothes We Love - September
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Rayon-polyester dress with faux patent leather belt, Frock by Tracy Reese, $248; 718-624-6332.

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07 of 08

Love Adam Blouse

Clothes We Love - September
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Silk crepe de chine blouse, Love Adam, $70; hsn.com.

08 of 08

Milly Pants

Clothes We Love - September
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Polyester-wool pants with suede belt, Milly, $340; 212-872-8989.

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