Fashion Wild Thing 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 15, 2013 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Brian Henn Wild Thing 01 of 09 REASONS TO LOVE IT Imaxtree (4) Who doesn't want to rule the fashion kingdom? Designers delivered a menagerie of dresses, skirts, shorts, sweaters, and coats often mixed with fur-real, faux, or screen-printed. All you need now is a fierce attitude. HOW TO WORK ITNote how buttoned up these outfits are, even the sexy ones. (Tom Ford's slinky feathered, high-neck, sequined gown, anyone?) You don't want to look like a cougar so avoid anything extra tight or revealing. Pair with solids like black, brown, or gray-or combine with other prints like polka dots (yes, it works), in a similar palette. Saint Laurent tempered its ocelot topper with a grunge floral dress, then toughened it up with a punkish motorcycle boots and sheer black stockings. Photos: (left to right) Saint Laurent, Burberry Prorsum, Emanuel Ungaro, Tom Ford 02 of 09 Stella McCartney Sunglasses Brian Henn Eco-acetate, $190; stellamccartney.com for stores. 03 of 09 Max Mara Clutch Brian Henn Calf-hair, $825; at Max Mara, 212-879-6100. 04 of 09 Diane von Furstenberg Shirtdress Brian Henn Silk crepe de chine, $345; dvf.com. 05 of 09 ALC Sweater Brian Henn Wool-rayon, $425; neimanmarcus.com for stores. 06 of 09 CH Carolina Herrera Skirt Brian Henn Silk jacquard, $615; at CH Carolina Herrera, 212-744-2076. 07 of 09 Coach Heel Brian Henn Printed leather, $248; coach.com. 08 of 09 Mother Jeans Brian Henn Denim, $196; anthropologie.com. 09 of 09 VC Signature Slipper Loafers Brian Henn Cotton, $225; vincecamuto.com. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit