Your Style, Only Better!

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Updated Feb 27, 2015 @ 11:32 am
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Your Style, Only Better!

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Your Style, Only Better!

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Upgrade your signature style! Find the description above that most closely matches yours, then click on for pieces that'll turbocharge your look.

HOW TO BE CLASSIC, NOT BORING: Clean lines, crisp tailoring, and a hint of naughty make sophisticated pieces anything but a snooze.

STAR STYLE INSPIRATION: Jennifer Aniston

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Wardrobe Must-Adds

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Choose curve-skimming skirts or high-waist trousers that look slinky and sharp. Wear a blazer that defines your body. Accent neutrals with an animal print or a shot of red.

Wool blazer, Diane von Furstenberg, $450; 646-486-4800.

Calf-hair bag, Lauren Merkin, $395;

neimanmarcus.com.

Suede platform pumps, LAMB, $245;

zappos.com.

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Sexy vs. Risque

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HOW TO BE SEXY, NOT RISQUE

: Knowing what and how much to flaunt spells the difference between tempting and tart.

STAR STYLE INSPIRATION: Penélope Cruz

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Wardrobe Must-Adds

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Never show more than one asset at a time. If you're going to bare your legs, keep your cleavage in check. Balance a bandage skirt with a flowy top. Peep-toes add a coy touch.

Suede and mesh peep-toes, Nine West, $99;

ninewest.com.

Rayon skirt, French Connection, $98;

searlenyc.com.

Sequined silk top, BCBG Max Azria, $328;

bcbg.com.

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Edgy vs. Over The Edge

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HOW TO BE EDGY, NOT OVER THE EDGE

: Downtown street meets uptown chic in a cool, effortless style.

STAR STYLE INSPIRATION: Rachel Bilson

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Wardrobe Must-Adds

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Working multiple trends can make you look like a fashion victim. Go for one at a time: a leather jacket in an off beat shade like gray paired with something classic, or a bold print on a simple shape.

Faux-leather and knit pants, BCBGeneration, $118;

macys.com.

Leather and knit jacket, Gar-de, $615;

shopdressonline.com.

Silk skirt, Suno, $299;

thewebstermiami.com.

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Feminine vs. Prim

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HOW TO BE FEMININE, NOT PRIM

: "Pretty in pink" grows up with a few sleek touches.

STAR STYLE INSPIRATION: Sarah Jessica Parker

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Wardrobe Must-Adds

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Temper soft with hard when it comes to shape, color and texture. Balance a slip dress with a boxy jacket or a buckle belt. Play pastels against cool neutrals. And anchor those pearls on a tough black cuff.

Silk dress, Madewell, $268;

madewell.com. Leather belt, Ariat International, $35; ariat.com for stores.

Rayon-silk blazer, Joie, $388;

nordstrom.com.

Glass pearl and ribbon bracelet, Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, $275;

neimanmarcus.com.

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Fab vs. Flashy

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HOW TO BE FAB, NOT FLASHY

: A marriage of rich accents and basic pieces makes luxury casual.

STAR STYLE INSPIRATION: Victoria Beckham

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Wardrobe Must-Adds

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A comfy fit and non-fussy details are the point. Limit gold to a man's watch or a bold bracelet to keep it low-key. Dark, lean jeans go from day to night. Paired with a faux-fur shrug, a structured bag seems less uptight.

Denim jeans, J Brand, $178;

jbrandjeans.com.

Metal watch, Timex, $75;

timex.com.

Embossed leather bag, Talbots, $199;

talbots.com.

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