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For interior designer Alyssa Kapito, theres a very real parallel between how she puts a roomand an outfittogether.

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I decorate very similarly, she tellsVogue.

It often starts with a neutral base, mixing old with new for dimension and intrigue.

Accessories are a great way to add interest, she says of infusing personality into these blank canvas looks.

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Her highly-edited wardrobe and exacting taste is a reflection of that studious, attentive process.

Figuring out ones own sense of style often requires a measure of self-awareness and reflection.

Trousers and coats (and Hermes bags!)

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This is just a really easy, comfortable look to run around in for work.

it’s possible for you to wear it a little bit looser.

you’re free to control the shape if you tuck it into your pants.

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I usually go for solids or something with a very fine stripe.

And I love to roll up my sleeves so they dont get in the way of me working.

I won’t do an actual roll, though.

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Ill button the cuffs and just push them up.

Like I said earlier, I love a trouser.

This is a very classic daytime office lookyou can see how I rolled up the hems of the pants.

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Ill then pair it with a loafer or a white sneaker.

I lovewhite sneakersnothing else!

The Row makes a great one and so does Jenni Kayne.

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[This outfit is made up of] really classic pieces that Ill do up with some interesting jewelry.

I also love architecture in clothing, I think you see that the most in a tonal look.

This top from Susie Kondi has these almost bat-like sleeves and it comes in this great crunchy cotton.

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The dress is from Another Tomorrow and comes with a very wide belt.

It could even be worn with a big sweater.

And its also a great length.

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If Im wearing a skirt or dress, Ill do a tea length or lower.

I just feel like it just elongates youIm not a miniskirt or shorts person at all.

The jacket that can be worn in more than one way.

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I love pieces like that, especially coats, which you might wear as outerwear or as a dress.

straight tailored trousers black

TOTEME

pendant necklace

soft leather flat loafers

Posse

Wesley oversized wide-leg trousers

Vince

pintuck wide-leg pants

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