It's no secret we're hugely fanatical about stripes — it's kind of a signature in our collection! — so we're always seeking out new ways to style our go-to pieces from tees to sweaters and dresses. One of the striped pieces we lean on most is a ribbed tee, and in the new September collection, we've debuted a versatile mock-neck silhouette that's perfect for tucking, layering, and wearing on repeat in cool weather. For a superfresh spin that feels decidedly Fall, our executive style director Dana Avidan Cohn took our new go-to striped top in a graphic and edgy direction via a huge trend this season: leather.
By teaming her black-and-white stripes with two-tone leather trousers, the otherwise simple top feels unexpected and bold. If you prefer something a little less graphic, a pair of solid black leather trousers creates a similarly fresh effect. As for the finish, a studded black bag and sleek white ankle boots lend a polished rock 'n' roll vibe — plus both are ultraversatile with myriad staples in your Fall wardrobe.
Ahead, check out Dana's effortlessly polished (and edgy!) Fall outfit, and shop the key pieces to re-create it on your own. Be sure to check back as we continue to bring you more easy Fall outfit formulas from the newest dress trends to outfits centered around boots and polished trends you can wear to work.
Make leather pants feel easy with a simple striped top and sleek boots.
Sharp sunglasses and a studded bag lend a edgy-yet-polished touch.
For a simpler take on this outfit, try a pair of solid black leather pants that you can re-wear with all of your Fall tops and knits.
The finishing touch? A colored lip! Dana is wearing the Beauty by POPSUGAR Sweet Stx Satin Matte Lip Color in "Such A Flirt."
POPSUGAR Elbow Sleeve Mockneck Top ($27, originally $36)
Veda Bess Leather Trouser ($898)
Stuart Weitzman The Ebb Boot ($575)
Beauty by POPSUGAR Sweet Stx Satin Matte Lip Color ($16, originally $20)