Dress: Helmut Lang | Shoes: Christian Louboutin ‘So Kate’ (lower heel, budget friendlier version) | Trench: Zara (old) | Lipstick: MAC Red mixed with MAC Ruby Woo | Sunglasses: Celine ‘Caty’ | Bracelets: Miansai c/o, similar to cuff here,
The older I get, the more I gravitate towards classic items, often with a little city edge. Those are the items that are constantly rotating in my closet and that always make me feel the most confident and put together. Case in point: classic trench, black dress, pointy-toed pumps, your favorite accessories and a bold lip (I find myself wearing a red lip a lot more in the fall and winter).
Just a little reminder to invest in good quality, closet staples. They’re the items that will get you the most bang for your buck!
Photos by Keith Hodne
91 comments
Cynthia Toro
You look so fab! The red lip is killer 🙂
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August 27, 2014Emma H
Love the wrap dress
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Kisti Belle
You do look fabulous in NYC! Exactly what I imagine high-powered lady to look like in the big city.
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August 27, 2014Pialunja
The bag is just perfect!
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Laiyin
Classy, elegant and absolutely fabulous!! You look simply amazing!
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August 27, 2014Cristina Gomez
Very classy & elegant! I love it 🙂
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August 27, 2014FASHION SNAG
Love this classic look!
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August 27, 2014Elizabeth Hawn
love your chanel!
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August 27, 2014Christina Storm
LOVE this classic look! So gorgeous!
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so chic! as always 🙂
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August 27, 2014Sweets & Style
What an amazing dress and bag! You look stunning! Love your hair too!
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Rhiannon Lorenzo
so stunning!
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August 27, 2014Daisy
We all need stapled and classics in our wardrobe! I love the pointed nude heels, the entire outfit is so put together and classy! I love it!
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August 27, 2014Beth Norton
Your style is simply flawless! I love every single outfit you post.
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August 27, 2014TERESA A
Love the dress and that trench coat is very chic!
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August 27, 2014Natalia/Shandrese
Perfect!!
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August 27, 2014Mei Fleming
So classy and elegant.
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August 27, 2014Natali
Such a glamorous and feminine outfit! Clothes that we put on ourselves matter a lot, this kind of outfit instantly boosts your self esteem 🙂
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August 27, 2014Sasa Zoe
Beautiful dress! Love the chic look<3
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August 27, 2014Temi Truly
Great dress! I have a similar one from ASOS!
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August 27, 2014Sarah Torrence
You look so classy and chic! Beautiful!
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Just Another Shopaholic
What a pretty dress!!
August 27, 2014ravenlocks
Your dress looks amazing on you! Those shoes look perfect with this outfit, too 🙂
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August 27, 2014Anonymous
Me encanta el look¡¡¡
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August 27, 2014Feyi A
elegant, i love it! x
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Cheyenne
This looks so chic!
xx Cheyenne
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Wishes & Reality
Beautiful and timeless look. The epitome of what one should be wearing in NYC. Gorgeous.
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Adrienne Scott-Trask
Classic look!
I love it…super sophisticated and glam all at the same time!
Totally loving that trench! 🙂
-Adrienne. xo
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Charlotte
Hey Helena, what foundation do you usually use? I am on the hunt for one that won't rub off on people/expensive clothes. It would be super helpful to know your go-to.
Thanks a bunch! Love your outfit 🙂
August 27, 2014mirjam
classy and chic! love these CELINE cat-eye glasses and your trench!
August 27, 2014Monica L.
The wrap dress is gorgeous, very chic!:)
xxMonica
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Anonymous
Absolutely love that Kendra Scott bracelet!!
August 27, 2014evionamissionblog
You always look so super sharp! I love it 🙂
August 27, 2014Emma Walker
Very elegant and pretty!
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so chic!
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Jenny Tsang
So elegant and professional, love!
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Tamia
Fabulous.
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August 27, 2014Stephanie Nguyen
This dress is such a classic staple piece! I recently styled the skirt version— Helmut Lang can do no wrong! xx
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August 27, 2014RaeSaysHey
This trench coat is perfect!
-Rae
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Revital
you look wonderful as always!
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August 27, 2014MaShenka Markovic
Stunning outfit. I love it.
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August 27, 2014Mirelly Reyna
You look amazing…great outfit!!
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August 27, 2014Stephy
Really great advice and love all the pieces you showcase in this post! I really believe that your basics are the building blocks in your wardrobe, so it´s important to invest.
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Jamie
very beautiful.. so classic
August 27, 2014xo
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Krizia
You look so classy and chic!
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August 27, 2014Bagels and Backpacks
Everything about this outfit is perfect
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August 27, 2014Destray
Amazing outfit, beautiful heels!!
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August 27, 2014Alela Sirah
Werk!! Love this look it is so chic!
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Such a classic!
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August 27, 2014Liz | Shopping My Closet
Beautiful look all around!
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J.Hart
Such a chic and classic look! you look amazing!
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August 27, 2014Melissa Tierney
So classy and sophisticated! That dress and trench are to die for!
August 27, 2014xo,
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August 28, 2014preppylove
Wow these photos are absolutely gorgeous! You look so classic. You look like a young version of Serena's mom on Gossip Girl… and I always thought she was fabulous!
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Lusting for Leather
Totally agree about investing in good quality closet staples. I too have been gravitating towards the classics in recent years. Beautiful, classic look. That dress is so flattering…love how it drapes so effortlessly!
Check out my new outfit post when you have a chance. It is another simple and classic outfit. Would love to hear your thoughts!
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August 28, 2014pipa
Very nice look!!!
August 28, 2014Maggie A
Gorgeous. You look fabulous.
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Laura Mitbrodt
I love this! That black dress is amazing!
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I love your outfit ! It's really pretty !
The shoes are amazing !
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Super outfit…classy and elegant 😉
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August 28, 2014Ketty henry
You look adorable and sophisticated in this outfit and hair. Love your Christian Louboutin shoes,outfit and trench.
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August 28, 2014brie buemi
This dress is perfection. Loving the entire look, so classic and chic.
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Berty Morales
Absolutely stunning!
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Kate Dunphy
So gorgeous! I love this simple and elegant Helmut Lang dress! It fits you perfectly! And those classic nude heels are the ideal wardrobe staple!
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August 28, 2014Kiwi Fashion Blog
Love that bold big golden cuff! What a statement piece!
August 28, 2014One Stiletto At A Time
All absolutely perfect timeless pieces!
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August 28, 2014Shantell Robertson
I love your style! It's classic, chic and timeless 🙂
August 28, 2014xo, Shantell
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Arielle Levine
As usual your outfit is perfection, appealing and I adore your cat-eye sunglasses. This sleek look reminds me of Angelina Jolie, a woman on a mission. I’m going to wear this outfit with dangerously sky high boots from Chinese Laundry. Thank you for your inspiration today!
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Diana
Lovely look, you look so elegant and chic. I am so in love with your vintage Chanel!
August 28, 2014xoxo, Diana
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Kira Retana
digging that hairdo!!!
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August 29, 2014Jeanette
A very chic style:)
August 29, 2014Hannah Aspropoulos
Your classy style is always a huge inspiration to me, love every single look you are wearing. Especially your high heels are a dream!!
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Karina Cretu
Amazing outfit! The golden accents give the outfit a note of elegance and glam.
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Valentina Duracinsky
Wow those shooooooes!
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Carla Batley
In love with the shoes and bag – you have the perfect style!
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August 30, 2014Beauty Follower
Loooove that look!
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August 30, 2014Joana
Amazing draped dress! So chic and stylish!
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August 30, 2014Diane Goldstein
Love the gold cuff!
August 31, 2014xo
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Kristina
Classy and beautiful.
September 1, 2014Danielle Jones Hannah Richburg
You look so elegant in this! Love it! xx
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So classy!
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You pull off classic looks SO well! XO
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September 2, 2014Kira Retana
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September 2, 2014lainey0983
Thank you for sharing the budget friendlier shoe option! I actually really like the scalloped edge of those shoes!
September 2, 2014underworld
I love your outfit!. You look so gorgeous, chic and stunning!.
And I love your bun!. It’s very pretty and elegant!. You look so cute with it!. It suits you so well!.
September 4, 2014Kierra Lofton
Love the sunglasses!
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So classy and chic. Love the sunnies.
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