DATE NIGHT

For me, safe first date bets (and even the dates thereafter) have always been black or red dresses. Both are classic and sexy, and I love the form-fitting knit styles that are currently in fashion. The simplicity of the ones below give free reign to boldly accessorize, and both colors do well with rosy gold and champagne hues. I wouldn't recommend piling on all the jewelry listed for the same outfit, but all the options are mixable and interchangeable, and the nail polish works wonderfully with both looks.

As for the shoes, I like basic black peep toes with the red American Apparel dress, and cute, patent red heels with the black tube dress.

rosy gold by fossilizing featuring American Apparel

WEEKEND OUTINGS IN THE FALL

It's getting chilly out, so skimpy summer clubwear is getting more and more impractical. How to keep things flirty and attention-getting without showing too much skin? I chose a loud pair of leggings paired with simple heels to draw attention to the legs, and a more subdued blouse/cardigan so as not to cross the line from funky to trashy. Cobalt blue nail polish adds an extra shot of color, and a layered chain necklace balances out the upper half.

loud legs by fossilizing featuring Miss Selfridge

Top: Colcci, karmaloop.com, 46$; leggings: Adelina, missguided.co.uk, 43$; cardigan: missselfridge.com, 32$; chain necklace: Topshop, topshop.com, 24$; suede pumps: AE, ae.com, 50$; nail polish: Chanel Le Vernis in Blue Satin 461, izzysbeautyshop.com, 30$.