Fashion Got You Covered By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on August 18, 2011 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Time Inc Digital Studio Got You Covered 01 of 08 WHY WE LOVE IT Imaxtree Concealment of flesh, but not the body, is the mood. Long fitted sleeves, high armholes, and supple or playful fabrics keep this exercise in restraint from appearing monastic. When a low-cut gown teases with a sheer turtleneck underneath, the slightest glimpse of skin turns highly erotic. It's the exact opposite of red-carpet flash. HOW TO WEAR ITToo much coverage may make you look too much like a sister wife. Instead, combine complementary fabrics, like sheer with textured. Gowns can cling to the waist, but then flow. If you're younger, opt for a T and skinny pants as a base for layers. If older, go for a uniform look, top to bottom. This cerebral take on dressing rejects colorful makeup. Go soft and pretty. Photos: (left to right) Rodarte, Victoria Beckham, Proenza Schouler, Band of Outsiders 02 of 08 Strong & Dickerson Skirt Time Inc Digital Studio Pencil skirt, Strong & Dickerson, $275; stronganddickerson.com. 03 of 08 Steven Alan Skirt Time Inc Digital Studio Cotton skirt, Steven Alan, $210; stevenalan.com. 04 of 08 White House Black Market Dress Time Inc Digital Studio Polyester-spandex dress, White House Black Market, $168; whbm.com. 05 of 08 True Religion Boots Time Inc Digital Studio Leather boots, True Religion, $325; truereligionbrandjeans.com. 06 of 08 Wooden Ships by Paola Buendia Gloves Time Inc Digital Studio Wool-acrylic mohair gloves, Wooden Ships by Paola Buendia, $30/pair; 888-717-6700. 07 of 08 Rebecca Minkoff Dress and Paul & Joe Turtleneck Time Inc Digital Studio Silk dress, Rebecca Minkoff, $798; rebeccaminkoff.com. Cotton Turtleneck, Paul amp Joe, $210; 310-270-4620. 08 of 08 Theyskens' Theory Shirt Time Inc Digital Studio Cotton shirt, Theyskens' Theory, $345; neimanmarcus.com. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit