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What to Wear for a Networking Mixer with a Soft, Shy but Confident Mood

Translating a 'soft and shy but confident' mood into networking attire means finding clothes that blend gentle colors, delicate fabrics, and flattering but unfussy silhouettes. The following suggestions combine approachable elegance with subtle flair—perfect for making a warm, genuine impression. If you’d like more details (budget, dress code specifics, or style preferences), let me know!
@rem0nia
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Pastel Colored Midi Length Dress
Soft pastel tones convey a gentle, approachable vibe but in a midi length, which feels polished and grown-up. This style is easy to move in and photograph, helping you stand out in a quietly confident way.
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Pastel Colored Midi Length Dress
@rem0nia
Soft pastel tones convey a gentle, approachable vibe but in a midi length, which feels polished and grown-up. This style is easy to move in and photograph, helping you stand out in a quietly confident way.
Altuzarra Aether printed midi dress
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Altuzarra

Aether printed midi dress

$747

$1,495

Mytheresa

Jil Sander  Asymmetric midi dress
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Jil Sander

Asymmetric midi dress

$1,050

$1,750

Mytheresa

Maticevski Singular open-back cocktail dress
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Maticevski

Singular open-back cocktail dress

$1,277

$1,825

Mytheresa

Monique Lhuillier Belted lace midi dress
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Monique Lhuillier

Belted lace midi dress

$3,295

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@withameliataylor
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Bow Neck Blouse
A ladylike bow-tie blouse signals both classic femininity and assurance. It's a conversation starter with vintage inspiration, and works well with tailored pants or a skirt.
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Bow Neck Blouse
@withameliataylor
A ladylike bow-tie blouse signals both classic femininity and assurance. It's a conversation starter with vintage inspiration, and works well with tailored pants or a skirt.
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Valentino Tie-neck silk crêpe de chine blouse
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Valentino

Tie-neck silk crêpe de chine blouse

$2,500

Mytheresa

Valentino Bow-detail silk crêpe blouse
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Valentino

Bow-detail silk crêpe blouse

$1,520

$1,900

Mytheresa

Tory Burch Tie-neck georgette blouse
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Tory Burch

Tie-neck georgette blouse

$476

$680

Mytheresa

Gabriela Hearst Shildon tie-neck silk blouse
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Gabriela Hearst

Shildon tie-neck silk blouse

$1,490

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@alicia_krakowska_hadid
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Pleated Midi Skirt
Pleats give graceful movement and project softness. When paired with a crisp top, they make for a smart, approachable outfit.
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Pleated Midi Skirt
@alicia_krakowska_hadid
Pleats give graceful movement and project softness. When paired with a crisp top, they make for a smart, approachable outfit.
Proenza Schouler Miles pleated jersey midi skirt
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Proenza Schouler

Miles pleated jersey midi skirt

$223

$495

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Theory Pleated lace midi skirt
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Theory

Pleated lace midi skirt

$268

$595

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MIKAEL AGHAL Pleated floral-print chiffon skirt
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MIKAEL AGHAL

Pleated floral-print chiffon skirt

$192

$478

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Etro Plissé high-rise floral midi skirt
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Etro

Plissé high-rise floral midi skirt

$1,400

$1,750

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@jordannasharp
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Liquid Satin Camisole
Satin camisoles in muted tones add a touch of shine without being flashy. They’re trending right now and look quietly luxe when styled with a blazer or lightweight cardigan.
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Liquid Satin Camisole
@jordannasharp
Satin camisoles in muted tones add a touch of shine without being flashy. They’re trending right now and look quietly luxe when styled with a blazer or lightweight cardigan.
Gabriela Hearst Arrow silk top
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Gabriela Hearst

Arrow silk top

$903

$1,290

Mytheresa

Galvan Ischia satin camisole
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Galvan

Ischia satin camisole

$325

Mytheresa

Cinq à Sept Marta Cami
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Cinq à Sept

Marta Cami

$245

Cinq a Sept

TOTEME Satin-crepe camisole
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TOTEME

Satin-crepe camisole

$114

$380

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@sincerelyjules
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Micro Cardigan
A cropped, body-skimming knit cardigan is softly feminine but contemporary. Layer over a delicate camisole or blouse for effortless warmth and sophistication.
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Micro Cardigan
@sincerelyjules
A cropped, body-skimming knit cardigan is softly feminine but contemporary. Layer over a delicate camisole or blouse for effortless warmth and sophistication.
Jil Sander Ribbed-knit silk cardigan
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Jil Sander

Ribbed-knit silk cardigan

$1,272

$1,590

Mytheresa

JOSEPH Sens silk and cotton cardigan
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JOSEPH

Sens silk and cotton cardigan

$435

Mytheresa

Jenni Kayne Mira Cardigan
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Jenni Kayne

Mira Cardigan

$275

Jenni Kayne

A.L.C. Fisher Cardigan
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A.L.C.

Fisher Cardigan

$325

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@koolkelsey
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Cigarette Pants
Slim, tailored cigarette pants offer structure and subtle confidence without overpowering your softer pieces. They’re also easy to pair with blouses or knits for a polished finish.
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Cigarette Pants
@koolkelsey
Slim, tailored cigarette pants offer structure and subtle confidence without overpowering your softer pieces. They’re also easy to pair with blouses or knits for a polished finish.
Elie Tahari Pintuck Slim Pant
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Elie Tahari

Pintuck Slim Pant

$246

$328

Elie Tahari

LOULOU DE SAISON Malka wool-blend twill skinny pants
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LOULOU DE SAISON

Malka wool-blend twill skinny pants

$126

$420

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Alex Perry Cropped woven slim-leg pants
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Alex Perry

Cropped woven slim-leg pants

$420

$1,400

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Elie Tahari Slim Fit Crepe Pant
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Elie Tahari

Slim Fit Crepe Pant

$209

$298

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@whatjazwears
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Sheer Long Sleeve Top
Second-skin sheer tops—layered over a tonal camisole—feel delicate but fashion-forward, perfectly embodying quiet confidence. Opt for neutral or pastel hues to keep the look soft and approachable.
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Sheer Long Sleeve Top
@whatjazwears
Second-skin sheer tops—layered over a tonal camisole—feel delicate but fashion-forward, perfectly embodying quiet confidence. Opt for neutral or pastel hues to keep the look soft and approachable.
moco Silk Sheer Tie Blouse
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moco

Silk Sheer Tie Blouse

$279

$310

moco

TOTEME Layered lace top
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TOTEME

Layered lace top

$147

$980

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Diane von Furstenberg Eli mesh top
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Diane von Furstenberg

Eli mesh top

$212

$265

Mytheresa

Gucci Lace-trimmed silk georgette shirt
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Gucci

Lace-trimmed silk georgette shirt

$1,800

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@alicecatherine
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Granny-Inspired Vintage Blouse
Vintage blouses with tie-fronts or subtle lace accents are romantic and unique, projecting a gentle charm that’s sure to draw in fellow guests for conversation.
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Granny-Inspired Vintage Blouse
@alicecatherine
Vintage blouses with tie-fronts or subtle lace accents are romantic and unique, projecting a gentle charm that’s sure to draw in fellow guests for conversation.
Alessandra Rich Bow-detailed polka-dot silk-crepe blouse
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Alessandra Rich

Bow-detailed polka-dot silk-crepe blouse

$411

$1,370

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Merlette Majorelle Top
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Merlette

Majorelle Top

$280

$400

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Saint Laurent Printed tie-neck silk crêpe de chine blouse
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Saint Laurent

Printed tie-neck silk crêpe de chine blouse

$2,600

Mytheresa

Versace Printed silk twill shirt
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Versace

Printed silk twill shirt

$1,790

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@thecarolinelin
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Kitten Heels
Low, elegant heels in nude or blush tones are comfortable for mingling and add just the right amount of polish—confident but never brash.
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Kitten Heels
@thecarolinelin
Low, elegant heels in nude or blush tones are comfortable for mingling and add just the right amount of polish—confident but never brash.
Sam Edelman Bianka Slingback Pumps
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Sam Edelman

Bianka Slingback Pumps

$150

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GIANVITO ROSSI Robbie Sling Camoscio 55mm
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GIANVITO ROSSI

Robbie Sling Camoscio 55mm

$950

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AEYDE Camila Snake Print Calf Leather Creamy Heels
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AEYDE

Camila Snake Print Calf Leather Creamy Heels

$327

$545

Shopbop

Tory Burch Double T Buckle Kitten Heel Pumps 45mm
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Tory Burch

Double T Buckle Kitten Heel Pumps 45mm

$325

Shopbop

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@s.u.a.m.a.r
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Pleated Wide-Leg Pants
Elegantly draped wide-leg pants feel relaxed yet sophisticated—especially when paired with a delicate top. They exude unforced confidence and comfort for an evening spent networking.
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Pleated Wide-Leg Pants
@s.u.a.m.a.r
Elegantly draped wide-leg pants feel relaxed yet sophisticated—especially when paired with a delicate top. They exude unforced confidence and comfort for an evening spent networking.
Max Mara Palanca pleated jersey wide-leg pants
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Max Mara

Palanca pleated jersey wide-leg pants

$305

$1,015

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Pixie Market Tan Wide Leg Pants
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Pixie Market

Tan Wide Leg Pants

$129

Pixie Market

Veronica Beard Hoyt linen-blend twill wide-leg pants
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Veronica Beard

Hoyt linen-blend twill wide-leg pants

$550

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SIMKHAI Romy Pleated Suiting Pant
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SIMKHAI

Romy Pleated Suiting Pant

$357

$595

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Mugler High-rise pencil skirt
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Mugler

High-rise pencil skirt

$1,120

Mytheresa

S Max Mara Brunate paneled midi skirt
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S Max Mara

Brunate paneled midi skirt

$332

$475

Mytheresa

Veronica Beard Draya ribbed Pima cotton-blend T-shirt
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Veronica Beard

Draya ribbed Pima cotton-blend T-shirt

$72

$158

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Max Mara Osanna double-breasted wool-twill blazer
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Max Mara

Osanna double-breasted wool-twill blazer

$555

$1,850

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Dries Van Noten Cotton jersey T-shirt
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Dries Van Noten

Cotton jersey T-shirt

$295

Mytheresa

Dries Van Noten Striped cotton shirt
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Dries Van Noten

Striped cotton shirt

$396

$660

Mytheresa

Dries Van Noten Striped linen-blend blazer
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Dries Van Noten

Striped linen-blend blazer

$1,116

$1,595

Mytheresa

Jacquemus Wool polo sweater
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Jacquemus

Wool polo sweater

$520

$650

Mytheresa

Norma Kamali Jersey top
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Norma Kamali

Jersey top

$180

Mytheresa

Zimmermann Knitted midi skirt
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Zimmermann

Knitted midi skirt

$179

$595

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Victoria Beckham Pinstripe wool midi skirt
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Victoria Beckham

Pinstripe wool midi skirt

$445

$890

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Jil Sander Paneled asymmetric wool-twill midi skirt
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Jil Sander

Paneled asymmetric wool-twill midi skirt

$357

$1,190

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Brunello Cucinelli Turtleneck cashmere sweater
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Brunello Cucinelli

Turtleneck cashmere sweater

$1,416

$1,770

Mytheresa

Gabriela Hearst Maureen high-rise pleated midi skirt
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Gabriela Hearst

Maureen high-rise pleated midi skirt

$1,500

$2,500

Mytheresa

Jardin des Orangers Cotton, silk, and cashmere sweater
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Jardin des Orangers

Cotton, silk, and cashmere sweater

$290

Mytheresa

Jean Paul Gaultier Low-rise wool-blend pencil skirt
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Jean Paul Gaultier

Low-rise wool-blend pencil skirt

$290

$415

Mytheresa

Vince Fixed wrap top
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Vince

Fixed wrap top

$228

Mytheresa

Dries Van Noten Belted pleated cotton midi skirt
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Dries Van Noten

Belted pleated cotton midi skirt

$500

$715

Mytheresa

Valentino Garavani Silk-crepe midi skirt
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Valentino Garavani

Silk-crepe midi skirt

$792

$1,980

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Saint Laurent Knitted maxi skirt
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Saint Laurent

Knitted maxi skirt

$2,800

Mytheresa

BRAND RECOMMENDATION
TWP
TWP is a rising favorite among those who crave impeccable tailoring with an effortless mood — think soft-hued blazers, refined midi skirts, and trousers that radiate polished approachability. Their relaxed tailoring feels both contemporary and confidence-boosting, perfect for standing out at a mixer without shouting for attention.
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BRAND RECOMMENDATION
TWP
TWP is a rising favorite among those who crave impeccable tailoring with an effortless mood — think soft-hued blazers, refined midi skirts, and trousers that radiate polished approachability. Their relaxed tailoring feels both contemporary and confidence-boosting, perfect for standing out at a mixer without shouting for attention.
TWP Next Ex cropped cotton-poplin shirt
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TWP

Next Ex cropped cotton-poplin shirt

$192

$425

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TWP Handkerchief Hem Skirt W/ Wide Waistband Merino wool and silk-blend midi skirt
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TWP

Handkerchief Hem Skirt W/ Wide Waistband Merino wool and silk-blend midi skirt

$390

$780

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TWP My Endless Love paneled satin maxi skirt
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TWP

My Endless Love paneled satin maxi skirt

$209

$695

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TWP Next Morning cotton-poplin shirt
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TWP

Next Morning cotton-poplin shirt

$192

$425

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Max Mara Silk and cashmere sweater
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Max Mara

Silk and cashmere sweater

$556

$795

Mytheresa

Dries Van Noten Satin midi skirt
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Dries Van Noten

Satin midi skirt

$654

$935

Mytheresa

Agua by Agua Bendita Cayena Sueño floral-print stretch-jersey mock-neck bodysuit
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Agua by Agua Bendita

Cayena Sueño floral-print stretch-jersey mock-neck bodysuit

$158

$350

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Altuzarra Astley suede jacket
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Altuzarra

Astley suede jacket

$2,795

Mytheresa

Victoria Beckham Pinstripe virgin wool blazer
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Victoria Beckham

Pinstripe virgin wool blazer

$1,043

$1,490

Mytheresa

Jardin des Orangers Virgin wool wrap cardigan
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Jardin des Orangers

Virgin wool wrap cardigan

$315

Mytheresa

Max Mara Luisa pleated crepe midi skirt
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Max Mara

Luisa pleated crepe midi skirt

$460

$1,150

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Altuzarra Ames pleated satin maxi skirt
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Altuzarra

Ames pleated satin maxi skirt

$449

$1,495

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Yves Salomon Suede bomber jacket
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Yves Salomon

Suede bomber jacket

$2,515

Mytheresa

Gabriela Hearst Amergin bouclé gauze jacket
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Gabriela Hearst

Amergin bouclé gauze jacket

$1,350

$2,700

Mytheresa

Valentino Garavani Crystal-embellished ribbed-knit top
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Valentino Garavani

Crystal-embellished ribbed-knit top

$2,030

$5,800

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Stella McCartney Ava twill jacket
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Stella McCartney

Ava twill jacket

$233

$1,550

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Yves Salomon Suede midi skirt
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Yves Salomon

Suede midi skirt

$1,910

Mytheresa

Isabel Marant Devy suede midi skirt
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Isabel Marant

Devy suede midi skirt

$1,645

$2,350

Mytheresa

Chloé Broderie anglaise hemp and paper-blend midi skirt
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Chloé

Broderie anglaise hemp and paper-blend midi skirt

$420

$2,795

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The Frankie Shop Alrose midi skirt
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The Frankie Shop

Alrose midi skirt

$220

Mytheresa

Altuzarra Spike silk-blend sweater
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Altuzarra

Spike silk-blend sweater

$626

$895

Mytheresa

Victoria Beckham Twisted silk crepe de chine blouse
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Victoria Beckham

Twisted silk crepe de chine blouse

$340

$850

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Brunello Cucinelli Silk midi skirt
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Brunello Cucinelli

Silk midi skirt

$2,850

Mytheresa

DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY Valentine tie-neck crepe de chine blouse
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DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY

Valentine tie-neck crepe de chine blouse

$178

$395

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