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Found: The perfect button-front suede skirt in a luxe-looking shade of camel.

An A-line dress is right in line (ha!) with this season's '60s mod resurgence.

For those inevitable I-have-nothing-to-wear days: A black-and-white look, anchored with peep-toe booties.

On the rare occasion you can go bare-legged this month, a flirty floral dress that hits above the knee is your best bet.

Swap your go-to navy-and-white stripes for an unexpected cherry-red version.

A wrap-front silhouette is flattering all year round.

The easiest way to toughen up a feminine dress? Add a bomber jacket over your shoulders.

Trade in your chambray button-down for a denim jacket with a slightly oversized fit.

Between the polished shoes, the cable-knit sweater and the sleek shell, this unfussy outfit is all about layering textures to add interest.

When it comes to looking nonchalantly badass, a leather jacket and a beat-up band tee will never let you down. Pair them with a flowy skirt rather than skinny jeans for a femme twist on the classic look.

The scuba-knit fabric gives this floral dress a modern twist, while the collarless leather jacket adds an elegant edge—perfect for an after-work dinner date.

If your denim jacket is starting to feel tired, take a cue from this punchy ensemble and personalize it with buttons and pins. Layer away with oversized houndstooth and a statement bag for a look that's sure to turn heads.

Dark wash jeans can look sophisticated enough for the office with the help of a belted blazer—and even bellbottom naysayers have to admit that, here, the style cuts a sharp silhouette.

Even if you've long since graduated, a collegiate-style backpack is one of the most practical bags you can buy yourself for fall. Not only will your overburdened shoulders thank you (if you use both straps, that is), the cognac leather is ultra-versatile.

Start off the month on the right foot with an outfit that's equal parts elegance and ease, thanks to scuff-free sneakers and a perfectly cuffed sleeve.

Sarah Paulson in custom Prabal Gurung at the 2015 Emmy Awards

Julie Bowen in Georges Chakra at the 2015 Emmy Awards