As the sun slowly heads into hibernation and the trees start sprinkling the streets with their leaves, it's easy to look at your stark, dark surroundings and dress accordingly. But rather than mimicking autumn's austere color palette and outfitting yourself only in charcoal and coal, why not have fun with jaunty outerwear and lots of interesting layers? And while you're at it, please punctuate those ensembles with bright accessories in contrasting or coordinating hues. (A pair of cherry gloves is definitely the sartorial equivalent of an exclamation point, no?) The results will be chic, cheery, and completely au courant, in other words, exactly what you want right now!
Photographer:
Justin Coit; Creative Director: Katherine Power; Style Director: Laurie Trott; Hair: Jen Atkin, The Wall Group; Makeup: Danielle Decker, ArtMixBeauty.com; Model: Leah, Ford Models.
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Look 1:
American Apparel
Unisex Me + You Summer T-Shirt ($28), Lover
1955 Pants ($275), Free People
Boyfriend Woolie Jacket ($168), Diane Von Furstenberg
Short Didi Checked Coat
($585), Nordstrom
Wool Beret
($22) in Ocra, Gap
Fringed wool scarf 
($24.50), Forever 21
Rhinestone Collar Necklace ($9.80), Forever 21
Mixed Floral Jewel Cuff ($12.80), Forever 21
Rippled Metal Cuff ($5.80), Lee Angel Jewelry
Charlotte Crystal Bracelet
($150), Urban Outfitters
Long Animal Gloves ($28), American Apparel
Unisex Solid Calf-High Socks ($8) in Dusty Rose, Pour La Victoire
Charlie Oxford Flats
($226), Topshop
Cord 3 Colour Grab Bag ($70).
Look 2:
Isabel Marant Alton Shirt ($312, 210.826.9007), Gap
Wool Shorts
($49.50) in brown tweed, A.P.C
70's Coat ($560), House of Lavande
1950's Tanzanite Stone Earrings ($648), American Apparel
Unisex Cotton Beret ($20) in Berry, Emilio Pucci
Morocco Oblong Silk Scarf ($225), Nordstrom
Tissue-Weight Cashmere Wrap
($98) in Jewel Purple, Dannijo
Amal Necklace ($745), Dannijo
Grace Cuff ($445), Forever 21
Rippled Metal Cuff ($4.80), Gap
Sweater Gloves
($16.50), Wasteland
Vintage Belt ($26), A.P.C
Cotton Tights ($75) in Navy, A.P.C.
Ribbed Knee Socks ($38) in Rust, Miu Miu
Montone Old Shoes ($390), Dolce & Gabbana
Miss Sicily Leather Bag
($1695), Kimchi Blue
Mini Cross Body Turnlock Bag ($38).
Look 3:
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel
Striped Contrast Collar & Cuff Polo Neck ($276), A.P.C
Chambray L/S Shirt ($160), Karen Walker
Studio Jean ($184, +64.4.499.3558), Lover
Divinity Trench ($530, 212.533.4115), Pins and Needles
Felt Cloche ($28) in Camel, House of Lavande
1950's Blue Stone Button Earrings ($498), Fallon
Pink Bandana Necklace ($150), Lizzie Fortunato Jewels
Lightening Field, 1977 Necklace ($510), Wasteland
Vintage Belt ($26), American Apparel
Unisex Flat Knit Striped Knee-High Socks ($8) in Chartreuse/Baja, Steve Madden
Melin Oxfords 
($99.95), Echo
Ruffle Cuff Gloves
($28), Rebecca Minkoff
Virginia Laptop Case ($98) in Mustard Croc.
Look 4:
H&M
Skirt ($49.95), H&M
Pocket Square ($9.95), Kenneth Jay Lane Jade Crystal Dots Bangle ($50, 877.953.5264), Kenneth Jay Lane Ivory Gold Dots Bangle ($50, 877.953.5264), Kenneth Jay Lane Amber Crystal Dots Bangle ($50, 877.953.5264), Kenneth Jay Lane Leopard Pin ($90, 877.953.5264), Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl Loveknot Earrings ($45, 877.953.5264), BDG
Breezy Button Down Shirt ($48), Pas de Calais
Pullover ($196), Isaac Mizrahi for Liz Claiborne
Oversized Plaid Flannel Toggle Coat ($269), American Apparel
Wool Floppy Hat ($40) in Luggage Brown, Nordstrom
Tissue-Weight Cashmere Wrap
($98) in Yolk, Lizzie Fortunato Jewels
Crossroad Blue Necklace ($688), Wasteland
Vintage Belt ($26), Forever 21
Opaque Tights ($5.80), Ferragamo
Varina Flats ($420), Chloe
Hedda Satchel ($1695).
Look 5:
Steven Alan
Checked Cotton Flannel Shirt
($160), J. Crew
Perfect Pencil Skirt
($118) in Fresh Plum, By Malene Birger
Pink Rosario Angora Jumper Dress ($245), Pas De Calais
Jacket ($438), A.P.C
Madras Coat ($390) in Gray, Nordstrom
Wool Beret
($22) in Folk Teal, Benjamin Eyewear
Douglas Sunglasses ($350) in Blonde Tortoise, House of Lavande
1960's Fireball Earrings ($198), House of Lavande
1920's French Cameo ($798), Kenneth Jay Lane Triple Strand Pearl Necklace ($200, 877.953.5264), Nordstrom
Twisted Cable Knit Cashmere Gloves
($38) in Faded Rose, Wasteland
Vintage Belt ($26), Urban Outfitters
Mesh Dot Fullfoot Tights ($14), PLV
Suede Lace-up Short Boot ($158), Chloe
Sally Flap Bag
($1995).
Look 6:
Marc Jacobs
Radzimir Collared Blouse ($895, 212.343.1490) in Slate, American Apparel
Unisex Slim Slack ($74) in Mustard, Topshop Unique
Shall Collar Check Coat ($375), House of Lavande
Green Button Earrings ($448), House of Lavande
1950's Lucite Pin ($398), Sonia by Sonia Rykiel
Turban Nouedosmaille ($175), Isabel Marant Bangkor Echarpe, ($99, 210.826.9007), Dannijo
Cosima Necklace ($595), Urban Outfitters
Colorblock Knit Convertible Gloves ($20), Nordstrom
Embroidered Cuff Short Leather Gloves
($58).
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Posted by: Tiffany Bangles | 2009-11-12 21:02:21
sorry, but generally yuk. what was lauren thinking? how can i make this nana dress look more frumpy. i know! grey ankle boots, that make my skinny legs look like whitewashed tree trunks. yeah, that'll work. they need pants to work! skinny ones. that's all.
Posted by: sarah | 2009-11-09 19:39:25
fab styling.
Posted by: sarah | 2009-11-09 19:32:37
the hats. love the hats! www.newandworthy.com
Posted by: shauna | 2009-11-06 09:40:43
too much going on. no piece stands out, it all gets totally lost in all the layers
Posted by: Alice | 2009-11-05 00:18:43
wow the clothes are awesome. i guess it takes a lot of confidence to pull these off, and some people just don't have that confidence so they disapprove instead; which is such a shame cause this editorial was styled so perfectly! i'd wear any of these on any given (cold) day.
Posted by: yellie | 2009-11-04 23:16:39
Love Love love the looks (: It screams Autumn!
Posted by: Pjjjj | 2009-11-04 17:17:02
The photography is good, and on the positive side, most people will be able to get away with layering using things already in their closet. Not crazy about all of the combinations - some look like the model is playing dress up in mommy's closet. But individually most of the pieces are wearable Signature9
Posted by: Signature9 | 2009-11-04 08:10:50
I really disagree with VIKKY, this is totally wearable! Love layering <3 http://barkatt-barbro.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Barbro Andersen | 2009-11-04 05:11:23
THE PHOTOS ARE NICE! BUT NONE OF THESE LOOKS ARE WEARABLE, YES LAYERING KNITTED SWEATERS IS IN, BUT SHE LOOKS LIKE SHES WEARING 5 OUTFITS AT ONE TIME LOL, I LIKE THE IDEA OF INCORPORATING BRIGHT COLORS INTO WINTER/FALL WEAR (LOOK 5) BUT IN ORDER TO PULL THAT LOOK OFF IT SHOULD BEEN CLEAN CUT AND SIMPLE, SINCE U ALREADY WORKING W/ 2 LOOKS THAT DONT REALLY MIX WELL
Posted by: VIKKY | 2009-11-04 02:21:34
I like the black & white one,but that's it.....(sadly)
Posted by: Chloe | 2009-11-04 01:16:27
sorry but no...this is so wrong on sooo many levels. looks like an old bad editorial from teen vogue.
Posted by: lola | 2009-11-04 00:27:23
i really like those high-waisted slacks.. great for fall. selling old balenciaga gladiators if anyone is interested. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280418848354
Posted by: me | 2009-11-03 18:22:47
not feeling this..its just too much..
Posted by: lianna | 2009-11-03 16:35:08
SUPERB SHOOT!!! Super Inspirational-- especially since I've just recently made the move from Tropical Miami to Season-infused Raleigh, North Carolina! - Fashion CHALET
Posted by: Fashion CHALET | 2009-11-03 14:28:12
Take away the huge bow in her hair in look 6 and it would be perfect. :)
Posted by: Amy | 2009-11-03 14:15:38
the third one is also my favorite. stunning accessories! http://fleckenzwerg.blogspot.com
Posted by: melmo | 2009-11-03 13:40:33
the 3rd look has many beautiful aspects: the trench, the chambray, the karen walker jeans! love.
Posted by: Meadow | 2009-11-03 12:22:33
i love the colors..!!!
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Posted by: cassie | 2009-11-03 12:22:19
what's with the 11 year old model? cute styling though.
Posted by: alison | 2009-11-03 12:10:48
Excellent editorial. A true celebration of originality. I get tired of seeing the same looks everywhere -- so cookie-cutter! This reminds me of the Natalie Portman post of a few days back: classic with a twist of modern. Love all the vibrant colors. This is the antithesis of winter blahs. Bring on the cool weather (I'm in SoCal). Very well-delivered, WWW!
Posted by: Lizzie | 2009-11-03 11:43:29
Yeah, I'd have to agree with some of the other comments. This is dissappointing.
Posted by: r | 2009-11-03 11:43:13
look two is by far my favorite and i really need a pair of wool shorts for fall. @nberougepartout on twitter. x
Posted by: s | 2009-11-03 11:28:03
This is by far my favorite editorial on www! please do more!
Posted by: sarah | 2009-11-03 10:30:15
I don't mind looks 4 and 5, but the rest is just kind of meh.
Posted by: LMB | 2009-11-03 10:01:23
love love looooving the beautiful colors. i adore everything about look 6.
Posted by: mirie | 2009-11-03 10:01:01
By far my favorite story. Love look number 3 and that TopShop jacket in the last look!
Posted by: Imani | 2009-11-03 09:33:37
Coco Chanel had many wonderful sayings and one was 'Before you leave the house take 1 thing off.' This editorial should have listened to Coco...much too much stuff. It looks like a girl playing dress up with all of her moms clothes. I am disappointed, I look forward to these.
Posted by: blinkbunny | 2009-11-03 09:30:48
i love that someone in fashion finally considers what to wear when it gets freezing cold. i think lots of layers and the combo of neutrals and brights is wonderful!
Posted by: anonymous | 2009-11-03 09:10:16
I love this! The colors are brilliant! http://crty.tv/standout/
Posted by: Patti | 2009-11-03 07:43:07
I like some of the individual pieces, and regret bringing negativity, but this editorial sucks.
Posted by: Kate | 2009-11-03 07:19:58
I love this editorial! I want everything in it!
Posted by: Anna | 2009-11-03 06:25:17
I marvel at how they make a 16 year old look 60 with too many layers and dull, dated colours. http://unlikeyyou.blogspot.com
Posted by: Jyun | 2009-11-03 05:17:46
overstyled.
Posted by: shirley | 2009-11-03 02:57:59
wow, the colors here are breathtaking! http://monicaburnett.blogspot.com/
Posted by: monica burnett | 2009-11-03 02:40:19