During two decades in fashion, Parisian footwear designer Christian Louboutin’s sky-high stilettos have earned him the love and closet space of countless women.The rise of street-style blogs has proved at least one adage to be true: Imitation really is the sincerest form of flattery. Globe-trotting shutterbugs such as Tommy Ton (JakandJil.blogspot.com) and Garance Dori (www.garancedore.fr/en) have brought personal style to the forefront, proving that anyone can be a trendsetter.
Get the look
The key to re-creating a clean and classic look is balancing a bold skirt with a neutral top.
•Embellished with appliqued clock faces, Floreat’s Lost Time skirt is a quirky alternative. $118 at Anthropologie stores and www.anthropologie.com.
•If indulgence is an option, try Crumpet’s V-neck cashmere cardigan as a luxe layer over a patterned skirt. $435 at www.net-a-porter.com.
Under $100
•In crisp navy, the Heritage cardigan from Lands’ End Canvas will transition summer staples into fall. $39 at canvas.landsend.com.
•A geometric-print skirt from Simply Vera Vera Wang offers graphic flair but is subtle enough for a more conservative workplace.
