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    3 Peplum Looks You'll Love

    This trick-the-eye flounce can work like instant lipo to visually shrink your waist. Go sleek on the bottom, and forget flats - a pair of heels help balance the proportions.

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    Pep Talk
    Pep Talk

    A black blazer brings sophisticated polish to a camel blouse and trousers.

    Shirt, $85, Pink Martini Collection. Pants, $198, J. Crew. Blazer, $50, H&M; H&M stores. Pumps, Johnston & Murphy.

    Hip Check


    Hip Check

    Belt this houndstooth shell over a pleated skirt for a slim, feminine look.

    Top, $47, New York & Company. Skirt, $178, Paperwhite; 540-687-8898. Bracelets, Marie Bruns. Pumps, Chromatic Gallerie.

    Related: The Best Dress for Your Body

    Office Mates

    Office Mates

    A casual knit pullover is work-ready when it's paired with a nubby, color-flecked pencil skirt.

    Top, $68, Ann Taylor. Skirt, $90, Coldwater Creek. Scarf, Fraas; 212-575-0191. Pumps, Johnston & Murphy.


    What fashion trend are you excited to try this fall? Let me know in the comments!

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