Occasion Wear
What to Wear to a Baby Shower
Wear something cheerful in soft pastels or florals. Here is exactly what to wear to a baby shower as a guest, the mom-to-be, or a male attendee.
Claire Maddox
Fashion journalist covering function meets style for regional magazines and outdoor lifestyle publications. Walks everywhere, travels constantly, and learned the hard way that silk at an outdoor fall wedding is a mistake you only make once.
Occasion Wear
What to Wear to Court
Business casual minimum in dark neutrals with no logos or graphics. Here is exactly what to wear to court for any type of hearing.
Occasion Wear
What to Wear to a Funeral
Dark, conservative clothing in black, navy, or charcoal. Here's exactly what to wear to a funeral for any season, setting, or dress code.
Occasion Wear
What to Wear to a Job Interview
How to dress for corporate, startup, and creative interviews with outfit formulas that match the company culture.
Occasion Wear
What to Wear to a Celebration of Life
What to wear to a celebration of life. Soft colors over black, smart casual over formal, comfortable for the long reception. Outfit formulas, shoe guide, and family-theme guidance.
City Guides
What to Wear in London in October
What to wear in London in October, from 48-60°F with near-daily rain. Outfit formulas for rainy days, museums, West End theater, and cobblestone-proof shoes.
City Guides
What to Wear in Italy in October
What to wear in Italy in October, from Rome at 72°F to Milan at 45°F. Outfit formulas by city, cobblestone-ready shoes, church dress codes, and cultural style tips.
City Guides
What to Wear in NYC in April
What to wear in NYC in April, from 45°F early month to 68°F late April. Layering for rain, subway heat, cherry blossoms, and walking 10+ miles a day.
City Guides
What to Wear in Nashville
What to wear in Nashville, from 95°F summer humidity to Broadway honky tonks at night. Outfit formulas, shoe guide, and mistakes to avoid by season.
Occasion Wear
What to Wear for a Date Night in Cold Weather
Temperature feel28-45°F depending on how long you are outdoors Key layerTailored wool coat or polished puffer Base layerFine-gauge knit sweater or fitted turtleneck AvoidBulky parkas that lose shape, athletic outerwear FootwearChelsea boots, heeled ankle boots, or dressy insulated shoes Tested inNYC and Chicago, winter date nights A date in
City Guides
What to Wear in NYC in December
Temperature feel25-40°F with wind tunnels between buildings Key layerWool overcoat or insulated parka rated below 30°F Base layerMerino or thermal long-sleeve under a sweater AvoidFashion-only coats with no insulation, exposed ankles FootwearWaterproof insulated boots with good traction Tested inManhattan and Brooklyn, December holiday season December in New York
City Guides
What to Wear in NYC in October
Temperature feel48-65°F with cool mornings and mild afternoons Key layerLight jacket, denim jacket, or unlined trench Base layerLong-sleeve tee or light sweater AvoidHeavy winter coats (too early), shorts (too cool by evening) FootwearAnkle boots, clean sneakers, or loafers Tested inManhattan and Brooklyn, early to late October October in New