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Q. I’m not sure how to wear my sleeveless sweater dresses. I want to wear them in the wintertime. Do I wear something over them? Under them?

A. Sleeveless sweaters and dresses are great layering pieces for the winter. It’s always best to wear your chunkiest layers on top, so if your sweater dress is somewhat thick, then wear it over a thin jersey turtleneck or long sleeve top and pair it with tights and boots or leggings and booties. If your sweater dress is thin, you might be able to layer a jacket or even a knit cardigan on top.

Q. I’ve got several holiday parties coming up, so I’m ready to splurge on a great dress! My legs are my best feature, can you recommend some great options for me?

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A. You’re in luck! Leg-baring dresses are a huge trend for holiday - and if you’ve got ‘em, flaunt ‘em! Here are some sexy, shimmering, festive dresses to wear all season long:


Need something to wear with your dress? Check out our favorite sparkling jewelry, festive evening shoes and glam evening bags.

Q. I am 5’1” and curvy, can I wear ankle boots or booties?

A. If you choose the right style bootie, you can absolutely incorporate this seemingly-everywhere trend. The key is to look for short styles that dip down in the front, allowing more of your leg to show. Wear these with skinny jeans, leggings or opaque tights in a similar color to the boot and you’ll be able to wear booties in the most flattering way for your petite curvy figure. Avoid styles that come up beyond the ankle bone as these will only make your legs look shorter and calves look wider.

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Here are some great options for you:

Q. In the Spring, I saw tons of leopard pencil skirts and didn’t snatch one up!! Now I really want one and can’t seem to find one anywhere. My price point is anything under $60 & I prefer no sequins or metallics.

A. Leopard print pencil skirts offer a chic update on a classic silhouette. We love them paired with feminine blouses, dark blazers and even leather jackets. Here are several affordable options, as well as a super cute leopard print skirt that’s a bit shorter and more flirty than a pencil skirt.

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Q. I am 55 years old, in good shape and stylish. I have a pair of black leggings but can’t seem to find anything to wear with them that feels appropriate. Long sweaters that totally cover my bottom still make me feel only half dressed. Flowy long tops that look like dresses feel too youthful. Is it possible I’m just too old for this look?

Abr762411-00vliv01.jpg. You’re definitely not too old to wear leggings, however, they may not suit your personal style. Not everyone feels comfortable with every trend - and that’s what personal style is all about. However, if you’re determined to wear leggings, here are some tips on what to wear with your leggings.

If long sweaters paired with leggings make you feel half-dressed, perhaps it is your choice of legging that is the issue. If your leggings are of the hosiery variety, seek out a more substantial pair. My favorite legging this season is this Five-pocket legging from Banana Republic. It is designed more like a skinny jean and is super comfortable and flattering. Since it has pockets and a zipper fly, and is made of a thick, substantial fabric, you might feel more comfortable and “fully dressed” in this type of legging.

Another way to make leggings look work for you is to wear them with your long sweaters and a pair of tall boots. This should cure the feeling you have of being half dressed since only your thighs will be exposed.

And if you’re still not comfortable wearing leggings, then don’t. This trend just might not be for you.

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