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The
Well-
Spent
Dollar
Special
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.”CASUALSHOE “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
Visionaire editor Cecilia Dean is the
D E A N ’ S B E S T B U Y S
epitome of polished meets laid-back cool
STYLE TIP A dark
slip-on shoe works
well with jeans or a
dress for fall.
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Joe Fresh
sweater, $99
Gap sneaker, $49.95Gap jeans, $69.95.
gap.com.
Gap coat, $148Joe Fresh parka, $99.
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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
P A T E L ’ S B E S T B U Y S
STYLE TIP Consider
burgundy a neutral
and pair accordingly.
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J. Crew sweater,
$398. jcrew.com.
Banana Republic
skirt, $198.
bananarepublic.com.
Gap pants, $199.95.
gap.com.
J. Crew
scarf, $595
Topshop bag, $140.
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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
B R O W N ’ S B E S T B U Y S
embraces both sophistication and whimsy
STYLE TIP
Add glamour with
gilt extras.
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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,
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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
H I L L M A N ’ S B E S T B U Y S
favors sleek looks with an eclectic edge
STYLE TIP Make
a statement by
contrasting black
and white.
Shopping
LIST
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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.