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You can buy options in pastel watercolor shades or tones reminiscent of juicy fruits or precious stones

I love that this vest dress style feels more daytime and can be worn casually with sandals or even sneakers

Plus, this dress comes in over 20 colors (you heard that right: over 20!), so feel free to mix and match to your hearts content

Worsted wool is a standby for trousers, but consider flannel, tweed, moleskin, linen, tropical wool or cotton canvas depending on your climate

Red wine vinegar has a sharp, acidic flavor that always reminds me of old-school Italian restaurants with checkered tablecloths

I was pleasantly surprised by how well the shape worked on my 5-foot-3, size-10 frame: This pair provided the barrel look without the bulk