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Paris Chic: Quality Over Quantity

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The secret to Parisian Chic? Taking one incredibly well-made, well-tailored dress and wearing it in different ways! RS put the Theory of Parisian Chic to the test: One simple (but by no means plain) Dolce and Gabbana black wool sheath was pressed into service and combined with accessories, hairstyles and makeup schemes ranging from Sexy to Serious to Cerebral. Here are the results!

For more, check out Chic Secrets of Parisian Women in our Lifestyle section!

  • The secret to Parisian Chic? Taking one incredibly well-made, well-tailored dress and wearing it in different ways! RS put the Theory of Parisian Chic to the test: One simple (but by no means plain) Dolce and Gabbana black wool sheath was pressed into service and combined with accessories, hairstyles and makeup schemes ranging from Sexy to Serious to Cerebral. Here are the results!

    For more, check out Chic Secrets of Parisian Women in our Lifestyle section!

  • FASHION FÊTE
    Black wool sheath: Dolce and Gabbana.
    Bow Belt in red patent: Streets Ahead.
    Black Fishnets: Wolford.
    Black Mary Janes: Marc Jacobs.

  • STORMY WEATHER
    Turtleneck: American Apparel.
    Striped knit belt: Missoni.
    Wide brim hat in black velvet: Patricia Underwood.
    Tights: Juicy Couture.
    Purple Suede Shoes: Marciano.

  • COCKTAIL COUTURE
    Multicolored rhinestone necklace: Tom Binns.
    Blue Velvet Bow and Net Headpiece: vintage.
    Pink patent pumps: Roger Vivier.

  • BOARDROOM BUSINESS
    Classic oxford dress shirt, Black silk necktie: Thomas Pink.
    Black leather belt: GAP Kids.
    Eyeglasses: Forever 21.

  • PROFESSIONAL PROPER
    Cap sleeve Bow Blouse in pink silk chiffon: Marc Jacobs.
    Strappy heels in black patent: Roger Vivier.
    Cocktail rings: Urban Outfitters.

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