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"How to Make Fall&amp;#39;s Best Trends Work for You!\\nFashion director Evyan Metzner shares her tips for keeping gray from looking drab, what to buy if money is tight and more!\\n__SELF solution:__ You've got to get red pants. The color is sizzling right now, and pants in the bright shade will instantly update your work and after-hours wardrobe. You'll probably feel most confident in a slim-fit, cropped style. (Wide [legs](/fitness/workouts/2007/12/leg-toners-slideshow) can feel like a bit much.) If you're digging the color, add it on top. It's that in this season!\\n\\nPants, $88; [AnnTaylor.com](http://AnnTaylor.com). Blazer, $119; [JessicaSimpsonCollection.com](http://JessicaSimpsonCollection.com). Top, $78; [AnnTaylor.com](http://AnnTaylor.com). Cami, Only Hearts by Helena Stuart, $54; [OnlyHearts.com](http://OnlyHearts.com). Bag, $495; [LaurenMerkin.com](http://LaurenMerkin.com). Shoes, Stuart Weitzman, $435; Halls Plaza, 816-274-3269\\n__SELF solution:__ Consider a vest. For one thing, there's less to it than a jacket, so you won't look bulky. Also, a vest is great for layering, and as part of a mix, it doesn't make a big statement like a coat would. My buying tip: The more subtle the gradations in the color, the more real your fur looks.\\n\\nVest, BB Dakota, $90; [Piperlime.com](http://Piperlime.com). Dress, Tucker, $380; The Picket Fence, 412-246-0350. Belt, Strenesse Gabriele Strehle, $180; Pamela Robbins, 914-472-4033. Bag, $58; [Danielle-Nicole.com](http://Danielle-Nicole.com). Shoes, Butter Shoes, $286; [Endless.com](http://Endless.com)\\n__SELF solution:__ As long as it's not the main event (i.e., a dress), lace can go just about anywhere. I'd get a blouse in cream or camel. (Black is too sexy for the office.) And make sure it's lined! Pair lace with a substantial texture like wool; it will keep your outfit from seeming too delicate or fussy.\\n\\nTop, Milly, $250; Bergdorf Goodman, 212-872-8989. Sweater, Kate Spade New York, $325; [KateSpade.com](http://KateSpade.com). Skirt, Antonio Melani, $119; [Dillards.com](http://Dillards.com). Bag Hype Handbags, $225; [Endless.com](http://Endless.com). Shoes, Charles Jourdan, $200; [Zappos.com](http://Zappos.com).\\n__SELF solution:__ The trick is to anchor the outfit with one striking piece such as this sleeveless, chunky knit (which, by the way, transitions nicely for winter\u2014simply top with a blazer). Then break up any monotony with different grays and textures. Last, be bold with the extras to bring in color and drama. My go-to for instant pop: an animal print.\\n\\nSweater, Tommy Hilfiger, $348; 212-223-1824. Pants, $50; [Express.com](http://Express.com). Bag, Z Spoke Zac Posen Handbags, $425; 800-847-0072. Shoes, Rebecca Minkoff, $295; [Piperlime.com](http://Piperlime.com)\\n\\n  \\n__[Flattering Fall Trends](/beauty/2011/08/flattering-fall-trends-slideshow)__  \\n  \\n__Plus: [Fall's Must-Have Shoes and Bags](/beauty/2011/08/fall-accessories-slideshow)__"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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