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Dean, a former model and one of the founders of the art and fashion publication Visionaire, is a fixture on the New York art scene and an authority on all things style. SIGNATURE STYLE “I’m known for my slicked-back hair, a dark lip for drama, and mixing vintage with designer brands and more affordable items. I love a statement dress, but I’m right at home in sweats and sneakers.” SHOPPING TIP “I’ve always admired Gap’s history and how ingrained it is in American culture. Their basics are classic, and they do great T-shirts (including our Visionaire x Gap collaboration). Go to Uniqlo for staples that push fabric technology.” STEER CLEAR OF “I prefer to invest in de-signer shoes, bags, and accessories, unless it’s a casual sneaker.” HER PICKS: PARKA “I like to bike everywhere, so this Joe Fresh parka will keep me warm. Khaki gives it a utilitarian look, and the fur trim is cute.” JEANS “I’m not a big jeans wearer—I only have two pairs, both custom-made—but I do need casual options for working on

my boyfriend’s farm or tending to our chickens. I like that these Gap jeans are a notch higher in the waist than in previous seasons—I’m not a low-waisted kind of girl. I’d pair them with a tailored designer jacket or a ruffly blouse for a dressed-up look, though they’re basic enough to work with a lot of pieces.” SwEATER “I love bundling up in big sweaters and knitwear in cold weather. I tend to do boring black too much, but I love this orange turtleneck. I’ll wear it layered under a jacket or a coat with pants and boots. I should wear more color in general.” CASUAL SHOE “These Gap slip-ons are perfect for weekend shop-ping at the farmers’ market or working in my garden. They’re also a chic alternative when you want something a little less sporty than a sneaker.” TRENCH COAT “Every wardrobe needs a trench coat, and black

looks luxe and is easy to maintain. I had a white one once, and it always looked dirty. This is also the ideal trans-seasonal coat for a misty work morning or a hot date on a balmy evening.” ➤

Four fashion experts head to our favorite accessibly priced stores in search of this season’s smartest buys. Money well-spent, indeed. By Natasha Silva-Jelly

VisionaireeditorCecilia Dean is the

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epitome of polished meets laid-back cool

STYLE TIP A dark slip-on shoe works well with jeans or a

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Gap sneaker, $49.95Gap jeans, $69.95. gap.com.

Gap coat, $148Joe Fresh parka, $99. 212-219-2850.

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Patel worked as a fashion director for the likes of Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, and Moda Operandi before launching her own fashion consultancy. Needless to say, she can spot a smart buy at 10 paces. SIGNATURE STYLE “Minimal meets feminine with a twist, and always with a hint of the unexpect-ed. I definitely favor separates, and I like to layer. A great dress without a fab jacket is too straightforward for me.” SHOPPING TIP “The fashion at stores like Gap and J. Crew is so good now that it’s no longer about heading there just for a basic T-shirt, sweater, or jeans. Look for knockout pieces inspired by the run-way, as these more affordable brands can execute an over-the-top catwalk trend in a more minimalist, wearable manner. The trick is to pair a statement piece with a knockout designer piece, like a fabulous J. Crew coat over a Céline dress. That’s how they work best together.” STEER CLEAR OF “I wouldn’t buy workout or loungewear, as it can sometimes look cheap, and luxury brands do this well.” HER PICKS: FRINGE BAG “I love a super-fun bag for day or evening, and fringe is back for fall. The sway and movement of the fringe will

make any outfit come to life. And like a good neutral, it can go with everything. It can be casual boho with jeans and a tee or dressed up and romantic with a long skirt and boots.” LEATHER SKIRT “Leather skirts are a fall favorite for me. They immediately make you look more polished and put together and will take you from a business meeting to a cocktail party in a way a simple skirt never will. Rich shades of bur-gundy are a big trend this season— a refreshing alternative to the classic black we all already have in our ward-robes.” SwEATER “It wouldn’t be winter without cozy knits, and I love the graduated colors of this J. Crew sweater. It’s going to be a staple in my wardrobe that will work with every-

thing, including under coats.” LEATHER PANTS “I love leather track pants. I wear mine to the office, on the plane, on weekends, and out at night. You can dress them down with flats or add a blazer and stilettos for evening.” SCARF “What better way to stay warm this fall than with a luxe chunky fur scarf? I plan to pair it with my sweater to play into the gray and navy tones. Throw it over a great coat and you’re all set to take on the weather.” ➤

Fashion consultant Roopal Patel is a master of feminine functionality

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STYLE TIP Consider burgundy a neutral and pair accordingly.

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J. Crew sweater, $398. jcrew.com.

Banana Republic skirt, $198.

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Gap pants, $199.95. gap.com.

J. Crew scarf, $595

Topshop bag, $140. topshop.com.

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Brown has spent her career absorbing the relationship between fashion and culture. Most at home in jeans and a T-shirt, she makes it her business to shop for practical pieces with a seasonal kick. SIGNATURE STYLE “Much more laid-back than this picture! I’m normally in jeans, an easy T-shirt or sweatshirt, and heels, always heels. (If people see me in flats, I ask them never to speak of it again.) I’m trying to get my more grown-up skirt and suit on, however. And I’ve never met a floral print or a jumpsuit I didn’t like. Beautywise, I’m getting more punchy with the lip color as I get older—there’s nothing like a shocking pink or racy red. And I’ll be blonde until I die.” SHOPPING TIP “I’m starting to pay attention to the fash-ion adage ‘investment dressing’—pieces like a fail-safe jacket that will last and make me feel instantly pulled together. But I still love to hit the fast-fashion stores. I’ve had a cute brocade dress from H&M for eight years. People still ask me if it’s Prada.” STEER CLEAR OF “Cynical, super-trendy design in cheap fabrics. Sometimes the ‘coolest’ brands just design to be cool, and they don’t really care how a garment really feels and wears. Also, whatever’s most ‘in’ for

the season will only have 15 minutes of fame.” HER PICKS: JUMPSUIT “I have a jumpsuit problem—I just love the girl-on-the-go–ness of them, and also the utility. This H&M gray one would look fantastic with a glam red lip by day or evening, and also make me look like I could repair a car.” COLOR-BLOCKED CLUTCH “Yes, this pouch is not remotely practical, but I really love the spirit of it. J. Crew does color so well, really exuberant. And if I get tired at the shows, it can double as a handy pillow.” PARKA “Brands like H&M, Uniqlo, and J. Crew are great for parkas. I’ve had an H&M one for 10 years, and it was $19.99! This looks groovy and will keep me warm— always a plus.” GOLD BRACELET AND RING “These pieces from H&M

look super-polished and much more expensive than they are. And who doesn’t love that? I’d go crazy and throw a bunch of them on my wrist—cheap thrills, indeed.” GRAY SwEATER “Gray sweaters are the LBDs of the woolly world—they’re classic and re-fined, and they look as fantastic with a pencil skirt as they do with a boyfriend jean. And they suit every skin tone, the clever things. This is a 100 percent must-buy for the gray days ahead.” ➤

Bazaar executive editor Laura Brown

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embraces both sophistication and whimsy

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J. Crew jacket, $248

J. Crew clutch, $428. jcrew.com.

H&M bracelet and ring, $5.95

Gap sweater, $149.95. gap.com.

H&M Studio jumpsuit, $399. hm.com.

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Hillman’s job is to interpret the lat-est trends and style the season’s best pieces—skills that come in handy when on the hunt for great finds. SIGNA-TURE STYLE “Eclectic and punchy with an edge. I dress depending on my mood and current inspirations. Sometimes I wake up feeling a bit bohemian, and other times I want to wear all black. I also love playing with contrasts—both in my own ward-robe and on shoots—like wearing an evening piece with jeans during the day. Striped tees, skinny pants, high-heeled ankle boots, and cross-body bags are my go-to’s. And I feel naked without a red lip.” SHOPPING TIP “Look for timeless pieces that will serve as wardrobe building blocks, like the perfect skinny black pants or tailored blazer. You can also go in the other direction and dabble in trend-driven fashion that quenches your thirst for what I call instant-gratification shopping.” STEER CLEAR OF “Avoid anything that doesn’t feel nice to the touch, like a scratchy polyester. And resist pieces that are churned out in high volume, as you risk running into other women wearing the same thing.” HER PICKS: LEATHER JACKET “Maybe because it’s my job, but I have a serious

leather motorcycle jacket problem— I can never have too many.” SNEAKER “Sneakers continue to be a huge trend, and they somehow make any look in-stantly cooler. I’d wear these casual Aldo slip-ons with jeans and the dressy J. Crew tuxedo pants.” VEST “This Topshop vest is a great trans-seasonal layering piece and an alternative to the traditional blazer or coat. White is fresh for fall, and the longer length is chic. And since it’s sleeveless, it will look sharp layered over cozy knitwear.” TOP “Uniqlo has long been one of my favorite labels for everyday staples, and no fall wardrobe is complete without a fitted black turtleneck. It’s the one basic that can really pull together any look. I love to experiment with layer-ing, so I’d try it under the long vest

and top it off with the Gap black leather motorcycle jacket. Or I’d wear it under a sleeveless dress to create a whole new effect.” PANTS “Tuxedo pants are a fashion must, especially for fall, and I love the contrast of J. Crew’s white trouser and the black trim. Despite their name, tuxedo pants can play it really casual when worn with sneakers and a sweater. To glam them up for evening, switch to a strappy black heel and a matching blazer—always a wise investment.” n

Bazaar style director Joanna Hillman

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favors sleek looks with an eclectic edge

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Topshop vest, $136. topshop.com.

Aldo sneaker, $80. aldoshoes.com.

Uniqlo top, $14.90. uniqlo.com.

J. Crew pants, $198. jcrew.com.

Gap jacket, $298. gap.com.