A bit posh this time around but why not splurge a little and dip your fingers in some winter glam. Again, there is no sacrifice in style when wearing warm clothing. The layers are correct and so should be your attitude, especially with this type of look.
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Topshop camel felt floppy

Topshop cropped faux Angora sleeve coat

Banana Republic - Bauble beauty necklace

Tibi cable-knit sweater dress

Donna Karan hosiery "DK Luxe" Layer Tights

Giuseppe Zanotti - Alien ankle bootie

Lanvin quilted clutch

Kate Spade New York - Idiom multi-colored bangle

Roberto Cavalli - Gold-plated Swarovski crystal wing ring

The shorts just keep coming by the popular street style ladies out there. That's the beauty of it all, isn't it? It's all about properly layering your looks from time to time that makes it's appropriate to wear shorts in the colder months.
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Topshop cable beanie

Topshop - Angora cable snood

Splendid - Striped crop sweater

Mulberry overzied braided belt

Chloé tailored crepe shorts

Tights for Every Occasion in light grey

Wolford fine-knit knee-high socks

DSquared2 ankle boot

Marc by Marc Jacobs charcoal messenger bag

Dolce & Gabbana gray leather gloves

The holidays do really bring out the best in people. Well, at least when it comes to style. It's more about the essence of style and the elegance in an outfit than the every-day glamor statements that are made. And I'm glad to say there is a line of outfits already stocked up ready to be presented to you in The Outfit. Here's another simple, elegant, and chic warm look.
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Casmari - Native hand loomed cardigan

J.Crew - Natasha top

7 For All Mankind - The Skinny mid-rise jeans

Maison Martin Margiela - Line 22 ankle boots

Mulberry - Black Postman Lock travel bag

Kenneth Jay Lane - Gold Tortoise Link necklace

Chan Luu brown semi precious stone w/fresh water pearls

Rhinestone bauble ring silver

True blue. I've mentioned before the use of different colors that carried on from this past summer. It can be tricky at times to have contrasting colors that work. The idea behind two or more contrasting colors isn't about the 'matching'. Before anything, you have to consider yourself. You. You have to know what kind of figure you have and consider your skin tone. There are colors that will look magnificent on you, while others will make you look like a complete disaster. Even a gentleman with the biggest you-know-whats cannot pull off certain looks. They are fooling themselves if they believe all you need is confidence.
Confidence brings out the best in you, not ill-advised pattern and color matching. Don't think 'match', think compliment; one color should compliment the other. Today's post (complete outfit) is surrounded around entire beautifully cut Richard James suit.
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Richard James half-lined wool-blend suit

Burberry London - Pembury cotton shirt

Richard James wavy print pocketsqaure

John Lobb - City II leather Oxfords

Florsheim by Duckie Brown mid-calf socks

Salvatore Ferragamo embossed logo bi-fold wallet

(Vintage Watches) IWC 18k Yellow Gold Dress (c. 1950s)

Tateossain "Scoubidou" double loop bracelet

There you have it, gentlemen. Pure chic. It's the perfect blend of vintage and 'today' style. Leave the tie and the belt is optional. The reason for no-tie is because we are driving away from the formal or even semi-formal. You want to look stylish without feeling you have some kind of obligation. Also means, you should keep the top two buttons open. And whoever told you that you have to wear a belt with a suit is wrong. Sure, there are occasions where a belt is called for, but if your trousers are tailored fit, then you have nothing to worry about. If you do choose to wear a belt with this type of outfit, make sure the color is the same as your shoes but in a different shade. 

It isn't over. I hope all of you are having a wonderful Christmas (those who celebrate it), but the holidays haven't come to a close just yet. Have to love the fact that there are plenty of parties to attend within the last week of December - the last week of 2011. Here's another, very elegant, party outfit.
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Dorthy Perkins stone ruffle cardigan

Ralph Lauren camel belted cashmere/silk dress

Alberto Gozzi red flower suede rounded high-heel boots

Alexander McQueen soft clutch

Elie Saab long multi-chain necklace

Melinda Maria feather cuff bracelet

Alex Monroe feather ring

Phoebe Gold Earrings

This comes from another young 20 something. I've been inspired by this beautiful young lady from London before so it comes to no surprise she should influence yet another outfit. I've always admired the use of colors she puts to her looks; it's very elegant.
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Theyskens' Theory - Bordeaux motor leather jacket

Valentino R.E.D. bottle green tie neck silk top

Alexander Wang lapel-pocket leather shorts

Fogal touch tights

Prada - Bordeaux and black woven leather 'Madras' booties

Kit Bag

Roberto Cavalli - Ramage hoop earrings

REISS - Karl statement resin jewel ring

Purple flower and pearl cluster ring