The Art Of Layering

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Hit the pavement wearing light layers in luxe textures. For the second installment of Racked's original fashion editorials, we're exploring a fresh way to layer without the bulk. Each look is practical for work, but also relaxed in that effortless model-off-duty way. This modern take on dressing — photographed by Toto Cullen and styled by Carolina Orrico — will have you leading the fashion charge this fall.

Look 1: M.Patmos Cartographers coat, $1,395; M.Patmos legging $395; Stella McCartney turtleneck, $875. Look 2: M.Patmos overcoat, $1,750; M.Patmos sweater, $345; Apiece Apart cropped pant, $255; New Balance sneakers, $75. Look 3: Elie Tahari dress, $448; Apiece Apart poncho, $540; Zara shoes, $70. Look 4: Pas de Calais coat, $585. Look 5: M.Patmos Cartographers coat, $1,395; Stella McCartney turtleneck, $875. Look 6: The Edit dress, $240; Maje coat $865. Look 7: Pas de Calais top, $220; Calvin Klein coat, $169; The Edit jeans, $270; Converse All Stars shoes, $50. Look 8: Calvin Klein cardigan, $130; Opening Ceremony top, $575; Simon Miller jeans, $425; Coclico Zag boots, $425. Look 9: Pas de Calais coat, $890; Etre Cecil t-shirt, $80; Madewell jeans, similar at $135.

Stylist: Carolina Orrico. Creative Direction: Rajni Jacques. Model: Katherine Michi @ Elite. Hair & Makeup: Jezz Hill.