Fashion Top Five: Swingy Black And White Skirts

These skirts give off the feminine vibe of a dress and offer a bit more versatility; tuck in a fitted tank and wear it with pearls to play up the retro cut, or complement the crispness of the color combo with a cropped white jacket. The A-line cuts are flattering and flowing, so your clothes won’t cling on a sticky day.

A bit shorter than the others, this geometric print skirt ($88) has just enough volume to let you move around without looking pouffy.

Lithe’s Right to Roam Skirt ($118) has cute chevron and check embroidery peeking through the strips of black and white.

The slightly slimmer cut of Lafayette 148’s New York Metal Dot Skirt ($348) allows you to wear a longer layer on top.

This cotton skirt ($19.80) has an extra wide waistband, so you can choose to tuck your top in or wear it pulled over the flat front.

The knit waistband on this color block skirt ($218) can be folded over for a lower waistline or worn high for a more dramatic silhouette.

Flirty Full Skirt: What Would You Pay?

The versatility of this feminine piece places it at the top of my nothing-to-wear outfit list: you can’t really be over- or under-dressed in one of these, and the look is always pulled together and proper. We especially like this one because it won’t look out of place layered with leggings on chilly nights, and it has outstanding desk-to-drinks potential: tuck in a crisp button-down for day and a black sequined tank for night.

How much is this swingy spring skirt worth to you? Click on the image to find out what this one costs.

Deal Of The Day: Up To 50% Off Elie Tahari At Bluefly

Having trouble dressing for a night out when the weather is as moody as Britney Spears without her Starbucks fix? Why not stay with classic black and white, and pair a sweet cami with a light cocktail jacket, sleek denim, and strappy sandals? And at these prices, you'll want to glam it up every night of the week.  

This black silk v-neck top ($119, was $198) is the perferct no-fail starter for any outfit. It can be dressed up or down, and worn alone or layered depending on your mood.

And speaking of layering, this ivory brocade cropped jacket ($180, was $208) would be the perfect piece to throw on over the black for some chic coverage against the cool nights still lingering this month.

 
Finish off the look with a pair of modern snakeskin Riley sandals ($207, was $345). These sophisticated summer shoes up the edge factor on any warm weather outfit, from office casual to lazy day beach attire.

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At Beauty Blitz, Black is Back - With His Good Friend, White

Word to the wise: when Polly Blitzer, beauty industry insider, throws a happy hour from 5-8 pm, do NOT show up fashionably late at 7:45. A bouncer will reject you at the door, and you will get in only by begging and promising to be brief. That said, you should definitely wear black and white to such an event--I'm pretty sure I was eventually ushered into the Beauty Blitz Happy Hour this week at New York's W Hotel only because my clothes happened to match the crowd's. With my star-patterned black-and-white skirt, bright blouse, and black short-sleeved cardigan, I was one of six or seven sporting that classic color scheme. So while I didn't have a camera to capture exactly what these trendy fashion mavens were wearing, I did have my trusty journalist's pad to jot down the looks. Here are some of the variations of black and white I managed to glimpse at as the crowd shuffled out:

Stripes have definitely been big for a few seasons now, and this Line sweater ($115) keeps the look interesting with 3/4-length sleeves and boatneck.

Mid-length patterned skirts like this casual MaxMara Adelchi wrap skirt ($490) are one hot commodity.

And this great Donna Karan polka-dot skirt ($1,295) with garnish-sleeved blouse ($595) makes for one striking ensemble. It's made modern by the high waist and exposed tulle underlay at the hem.  

But my favorite outfit of the night was a very simple black dress with just a touch of white detail--the woman wearing it looked so elegant, but stylish at the same time. You can get the same look with this Marc Jacobs crepe tuxedo dress ($995). The bold geometric shapes make the dress a stunner, even in black and white, while the clean lines and thin belt keep it classic.  

Taste Test: Which Skirt Suits Your Budget?

Spring is mere days away, and what better way to celebrate it than with a cute printed skirt? Both these skirts will look sensational all season, but one is more than twice as expensive as the other.

Can you guess which is which?

Test your fashion IQ with other Taste Tests. 

Deal Of The Day: Up To 70% Off Skirts At Shopbop

Just a few cute skirts we dug up for a few different occasions. Don't hesitate too long - sale items at Shopbop always go quickly:

This indispensable pencil skirt by Graham & Spencer (was $187, now $94) is made of a mid-weight jersey knit with an elastic banding to be sure to stretch to a flattering fit.

A cute and casual 'Field Skirt' by L.A.M.B. (was $145, now $44) has nice, big, functional front flap pockets.

Oh so sleek and downtown chic, L.A.M.B. can do no wrong with this leather seamed skirt (was $685, now $206). 

MORE DEALS:

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Stock up on Ribbed Tanks on sale for $9.99 at Everlast.com.  

Deal Of The Day: Up To 65% Off Pencil Skirts At Liz Claiborne

Pencil in a little time to build up your workweek wardrobe. These tailored narrow skirts have become a fashion staple and will always look chic and appropriate.

The Ponte Knit Skirt (was $79, now $27) has a beautiful draped look in an easy-to-care-for knit and a fashion forward inverted pleat at center front.  

The Tropical Wool Pencil Skirt (was $118, now $41) is a favorite over at Liz Claiborne. It is made in a seasonless tropical wool so that you can wear it all year long. 

The Herringbone Tweed Skirt (was $89, now $44) is retro-inspired and has a great curve-hugging fit and textured finish.

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Week in Review: New Year’s Eve Outfits For Every City, Kate Moss Brings The Leotard Back, And More

Required Reading:

    •  Where will you be partying this December 31? Check out what outfits you should wear for a night in New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and Washington, D.C.

    •  Kate Moss brings the leotard back. Vote and tell us if you'd wear this style or not.

    •  A reader asks where she can get the perfect black pencil skirt, and SheFinds tracks down the best style.

    •  Level 99 makes affordable jeans celebrities adore (just ask Katie Holmes).

    •  Attention, procrastinators: get much-needed advice on how to buy the best gift with just a little time from our guide to last-minute shopping.

Steals & Deals:

    •  Up to 30% off stylish sneaks at Puma

    •  Up to 45% off snuggly pajamas at Macy's

    •  Up to 50% off designer clutches at Net-a-Porter

Just For Fun:

    •  Can you guess which belted trench is the bargain?

    •  Can you tell which retro trouser costs less?

    •  Which adorable dress will leave more money in your wallet?