- 1/5
warming trend
Ease into fall's lower temperatures with the help of this chunky–knit scarf. The versatile purple hue will work with coats of any color while the thick wool keeps you cozy. A splash of color every day keeps the winter blahs away.
—Kristi Garced
Kate Spade chunky–knit wool scarf, about $125. (800) 519–3778.
- 3/5
Mod Squad
This Cynthia Rowley blouse is shaped like a basic T–shirt, but that's where the similarities end. With one purple sleeve, one pink sleeve, and a red body, it looks like it was pieced together by an abstract artist. The end result is a beautifully modern blouse that will leave you looking artfully styled.
—Kristi Garced
Cynthia Rowley silk taffeta blouse, about $250. (212) 242–3803.
- 4/5
clutch this
A statement–making accessory is the ideal way to rev up a so–so ensemble. A clutch in an unexpected color, like this royal blue one from Tory Burch, is especially unique because it's superstructured. Though it won't be able to carry more than your absolute essentials—instead you'll have the extra confidence of knowing your look is just right.
—Samantha Child
Tory Burch resin clutch, about $250. (212) 334–3000.
- 5/5
washed up
Yerba maté, a plant that has leaves and stems which are steeped in order to make a tea–like drink, is the newest thing to hit the market of herbal–infused beauty products. This refreshing facial cleanser from Kiehl’s is sure to be as soothing as the drink it was inspired by.
—Samantha Child
Kiehl’s Yerba Maté Tea Cleanser, $21. Kiehls.com.




