A gorgeous, lush skirt is the linchpin of this romantic springtime ensemble—bookended by crisp pieces like a navy top and white shoes.

Pulled-together and crisp from head to toe, this ensemble has a timeless, wear-it-every-day quality. Finishing the look with colorful stripes is a wonderfully playful touch.

Simply tailored separates in a blend of black and navy telegraphs understated gamine chic. Topping the look off with platform lace-ups gives the ensemble some edge.

A crisp evening look that's also completely work-appropriate: We love the combination of tailored, monochromatic separates with a pair of vampy, warmer-hued ankle boots.

Composed in a monochromatic palette of perfectly tailored shapes, this mix of evening and rocker pieces looks seriously sophisticated.

By styling these menswearish pieces in an unfussy way, this girl manages to look at once casual and polished.

A creative blend of high and low that really works: a ladylike chain-strap bag and glamorous fur collar, contrasted with an army-inspired jacket and tough boots.

This is a perfect example of an unusual combination done exactly right: pairing lightweight, warm-weather pieces with heavier, wintry items. The key is to keep the palette muted, using darker, boxy pieces framing the inner layers.

We love the unconventional mix of a delicate floral dress and a fringed scarf with edgier elements like a military-inspired jacket, hefty clutch, and super-dark tights.

This girl has really mastered the pared-down-and-elegant idea by keeping the proportions trim and fitted, and sticking with a neutral palette of brown and black.