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Who says fuss-free equals fuss-free equals sloppy? These combos will hese combos will have you out the door in the shortest time possible.

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Who says fuss-free equals fuss-free equals sloppy? These combos will hese combos will have you out the door in the shortest time possible.

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FOR WORK

1 SLEEVELESS DRESS + JACKET

When you work in a chilly office and plan on eating out later, pair a ready-for-the-heat dress with a jacket to keep you warm while indoors.

• PU jacket from Liu Jo.

• Viscose- blend dress from Bimba Y Lola.

• Ground earrings and stainless steel watch with satin strap worn throughout from Swarovski.

• Studded PU ankle boots from H&M.

• Michael Michael Kors leather camera bag from Michael Kors.

2 FEMININE DRESS + DENIM JACKET

The style and shade of this jacket makes it work-worthy, and adds a nice contrast to a lightweight, delicate, date-ready dress.

• Beaded denim jacket from Liu Jo.

• Polyester- blend dress with lace tr im from H&M.

• Heels from Pedder Red.

• Leather bag from Bimba Y Lola. 

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1/ LONG SHIRT + CROPPED JACKET + JEANS

The jacquard print on this jacket ups your style factor when you wear it with a crisp white top and rolled up jeans.

• Silk jacquard jacket and embroidered cotton tunic from Shanghai Tang.

• Michael Michael Kos denim jeans and leather mules from Michael Kors.

2/ LEATHER SKIRT + SHIRT + JACKET

You just can’t go wrong with a pencil skirt and jacket. But you can look even more stylish with a jacket that contrasts with your bottom.

• Polyester- blend jacket from Liu Jo.

• Cotton- blend shirt from H&M.

• Iris & Ink leather pencil skirt from www.theoutnet.com.

3/ SHIRT + PULLOVER + JEANS

This preppy style works well for casual Fridays. To look more chic, you can pair it with brogues, loafers and even these super- cool mules.

• Michael Michael Kors cotton shirt , cot ton- blend k nit ted pullover, denim jeans and leather lace- up mules from Michael Kors. 

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FOR PLAY

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1/ OVERSIZED SWEATER + SKIRT

The oversized fit is still one of the trendiest silhouettes now – wear it with a soft, flowy skirt.

• Calvin Klein Platinum cot ton- blend over sized sweater, polyester- blend embroidered skirt with slits and polyester- blend pants under skirt from Calvin Klein.

• Patent leather pumps from Pedder Red.

• Leather handbag from Bimba Y Lola.  

2/ BOXY TOP + FLARE SKIRT

A short-sleeved blouse and skirt can actually look dressy. Details like ruffles make the outfit more interesting, too.

• Iris & Ink cotton top and polyester skirt from www.theoutnet.com.

• Suede heels from Bimba Y Lola.

• Gold- plated stainless steel watch from Swarovski.

• Michael Michael Kos leather camera bag from Michael Kors.

3/ FRILLY DRESS + BOOTS

Nothing says romantic as much as a peasant dress with its frills and ruffles. Ankle boots give it an edgy spin.

• Ir is & Ink silk chiffon dress from www.theoutnet.com

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1/ MATCHING TOP + BOTTOM

When you can’t decide what to wear and coordinating is too much effort, stock your wardrobe with a couple of matching sets. Complete the look with wedge-heeled espadrilles.

• Michael Michael Kors cotton top and skirt from Michael Kors.

• Suede espadrilles and patent leather handbag from Bimba Y Lola.

• Stainless steel watch with leather strap from Swarovski.

2/ SHORT TEE + LONG SKIRT

A glittery top with a soft chiffon skirt is an easy outfit for date night.

• Viscose- blend tee from H&M.

• Chif fon skirt from Liu Jo.

• Patent leather sandals from Bimba Y Lola.

3/ DRESS + DRESS

The roomy, over sized dress is sticking around for a while. To get more mileage from yours, layer it with another dress.

• Cotton shift and striped cotton-blend dress from Uniqlo.

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WHAT TO BUY
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1/ Denim jeans, $59.90, from Bershka.
2/ Viscose-blend top, $46.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
3/ Mini leather bag from Alexander Wang.
4/ Polyester-blend 2-in1 top, $63.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
5/ Leather saddle bag, $750, from Coach.
6/ Sequinned midi skirt, $89.90, from Zara.
7/ Acrylic-blend pullover, $73.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
8/ Viscose-blend top, $76.90, from Topshop.
9/ Polyester ankle booties from Aldo.
10/ Velvet dress, $49.90, from Zara.
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1/ PU handbag from Aldo.

2/ Cotton shirt, $59.90, from Zara.

3/ Viscose wide-legged pants, $126, from Topshop.

4/ Chiffon tunic, $69.90, from Zara.

5/ Velvet jacket, $169, from Topshop.

6/ Denim jeans, $59.90, from Stradivarius.

7/ Golden Goose Duluxe Brand studded leather sneakers, US$484, from www.net-a-porter.com.

8/ Cotton-blend wrap pants, $89.90, from Zara.

9/ Viscose-blend top, $46.90, from Topshop.

10/ Suede boots, $169, from Mango.

11/ Cotton-blend jacket, $169, from Mango.

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Photography Jasper Yu / Styling Karin Tan / Hair & Makeup Hong Ling, using M. A.C Cosmetics / Model Narana E/Ave.