Photos: Hot House Flowers
Photographed by Steven Klein1/10Petal Pushers
Prada’s more relaxed take on the fitted trend—accented with Warhol-like daisy-print decorations—ramps up the heat of demure, shin-skimming looks. Far left, on Karen Elson: Prada mink stole, silk-satin skirt, bag, leather socks, and heels; on Carolyn Murphy: silk-satin patchwork dress, platform sandals, and bag; select Prada boutiques.
Fashion Editor: Grace Coddington.
Photographed by Steven Klein2/10Hunter-Gatherers
Clean lines and a rich, bold palette provide both contrast and claritys amid a chaotic color riot. On Murphy: Jil Sander cotton shirt ($1,020), skirt ($650), belt, and boots; Saks Fifth Avenue stores. On Elson: Jil Sander cotton coat ($2,240), wool pants ($1,520), and boots; Bergdorf Goodman, NYC.
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Photographed by Steven Klein3/10Coming Up Roses
An abstract, paint-splattered print and a textural stole give an elongated sheath a new lease on life. Miu Miu satin dress, tie-dyed fox stole, and heels; select Miu Miu boutiques.
Photographed by Steven Klein4/10Parallel Lines
Horizontal or vertical, jailbird stripes add a bold playfulness to a conventionally cut skirt suit. On Elson: Marc Jacobs techno-twill jacket ($1,295), skirt ($795), and handbag; on Murphy: satin-gabardine jacket ($1,200) and skirt ($995); Marc Jacobs, NYC.
Photographed by Steven Klein5/10Night Moves
Perforated leather jackets and skirts, rendered in striking vermilion, convey a tough femininity that’s not for shrinking wallflowers. On Murphy: Proenza Schouler jacket ($3,495), silk-knit sweater ($815), A-line skirt ($2,395), choker, and belt; on Elson: coat, pencil skirt ($1,575), and heels; Proenza Schouler, NYC.
Photographed by Steven Klein6/10Greenhouse Effect
Cascading ruffles along a high-low hemline are miles above and beyond mere frills or excess, while minimalism—as seen in a boldly cropped top—springs free of Puritan airs. On Murphy: Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière leather top ($2,550), ruffled skirt, necklace, and boots; on Elson: bustier top and wool trousers ($1,385); Barneys New York, NYC.
Photographed by Steven Klein7/10Fertile Ground
Perhaps it’s the enduring appeal of an hourglass-enhancing corset, but some satin bustiers have the power to bring people to their knees. Burberry Prorsum silk-satin corset top ($995) and matching skirt ($1,595); burberry.com.
Photographed by Steven Klein8/10Light Bright
Clean lines and languid proportions may look over their shoulder to the nineties, but skin-baring cutouts cultivate their own provocative new elegance. On Murphy: Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci crepe de Chine open-back blouse ($2,020), belted cady skirt ($1,860), and heels; Elyse Walker, Pacific Palisades, CA. On Elson: Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci cady dress with metal detail ($3,075) and trousers ($1,055); Ikram, Chicago.
Photographed by Steven Klein9/10Ripe on the Vine
The luxurious, lunar-like shimmer of satin in the moonlight calls for the kind of singular accent that only a fur pump can provide. On Murphy: Céline top ($1,200), skirt ($1,400), and clutch; clothing at Céline, Miami. On Elson: Calvin Klein Collection double-faced satin coat and belt; Calvin Klein Collection, NYC. On both: Céline mink heels.
Photographed by Steven Klein10/10Into the Wild
Skirt suits get an update by way of the past with fifties lengths and sixties graphics. Take your pick: a soft, powdery hue or two-tone, high-contrast prints. On Murphy: Rochas silk coat ($1,773) and skirt ($723); skirt at modaoperandi.com. On Elson: Marni printed-cotton coat ($2,420) and skirt ($1,210); select Marni boutiques. On both: Louis Vuitton heels. In this story: hair, Julien d’Ys for Julien d’Ys; makeup, Stéphane Marais. Produced by Gia Gilliard for North Six. Set design, Mary Howard.
