Up The Wattage

Live life colorfully, but dress in black and white. There's something familiar yet fresh about this dual-colored look. A patriotic-tinged star print and a Lolita-esque bow up the wattage on what could've veered into basic black-and-white territory.

Given the 70-degree weather in the forecast, today's outfit feels right on target for a spring style statement. If the pants are a bit loud for your comfort zone, opt for a print-free black wide-leg style for a similar effect. But, remember reader, life is short. Try the freakin' star print! 

RED Valentino top, $367  /  Chloé bag, $890  /  Max Mara wide-leg pants, $745  /  Gianvito Rossi shoes, $623

Instant Polish

The devilish debauchery of my cousin's college career is coming to a screeching halt. Among her many rational fears of entering the real world, the one that rings loudest is what the fuck to wear after spending the past 4 years lounging around in sweatpants and sorority-emblazoned apparel funneling beers with fratty fuccbois?

I told her to find the perfect blazer. This black Gucci jacket with white piping fits the bill in adding instant office-ready polish to any look (and there's plenty of blazers at Zara and Mango that do the same trick). She's looking to venture into graphic design - an industry where Working Girl suits would be way too stuffy. This outfit straddles the balance between professional and casual. Best part: it moves seamlessly from the cubicle to cocktails.

Gucci blazer, $2,200  /  Saint Laurent bag, $2,890  /  Alexander Wang jean, $275  /  Gucci shoe, $790

Carrie Quite Contrary

Carrie is the queen of the outlandish outfit. No, not pig blood-splattered Carrie (though that telekinetic twit may have been the unlikely inspo behind Saint Laurent's glitter and grunge prom queen for spring 2016) but Ms. Carrie Bradshaw.

Whenever I craft these outfits, I think of the fictional femme. She marched to the beat of her own drum and threw together looks that would now be instant street style fodder. Carrie never met a tutu she didn't like so this Elizabeth & James white tulle cloud of a skirt is the perfect remedy to a tired wardrobe.

Paired with a Gucci rainbow-clad sweater (see, the rainbow really is in!), a candy-striped Milly clutch, and canary-yellow Cole Haan loafers. This has baddie Bradshaw written all over it. Maybe add a corsage and nameplate necklace for good measure!

Gucci sweater, $890  /  Elizabeth and James skirt, $357  /  Milly clutch, $295  /  Cole Haan loafers, $160