Next Level: Seersucker
Is there a fabric that screams “summer” more loudly than seersucker does? (That’s a rhetorical question, you guys.) Here, four ways to work it as we head into the weekend that kicks off the season. —erica
LEVEL I: A Pret-a-Surf bikini so classic in an Ashley Judd sort of way.
LEVEL II: This Rag & Bone tank leans toward sweet—but wearing it with some ragged jean shorts counteracts that.
LEVEL III: Seersucker, two ways, brought to you by 10 Crosby Derek Lam.
LEVEL IV: Oh, WELL. Didn’t see the leather shawl collar on this Boy by Band of Outsiders blazer coming.
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In Character: Leslie Knope
Leslie Knope doesn’t spend a lot of time thinking about fashion—all her brain space not occupied with her town is crammed with thoughts of Li’l Sebastian and Ben’s butt. That being said, she knows it’s important to look the part, and here’s how she sells her signature blend of competence, ambition, and unbridled enthusiasm. —erica
A bright red Joseph blazer that Madeleine Albright, Condoleezza Rice, and Janet Reno would approve of.
A Gauge NYC necklace so that she can keep Pawnee close to her heart—where it belongs.
A special-occasion (but still very professional) waffle-knit No. 21 dress—an ode to JJ’s Diner, whipped cream and all.
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In Character: Nolan Ross
Of all of the questions that Revenge raises, the one that nags me the most is why none of the people desperately searching for Carrion have looked for it under Nolan Ross’s three collars. Seems like a decent hiding spot to me. When he’s not trying to protect Nolcorp from Grayson Global and The Initiative, everyone’s favorite tech wunderkind is showing Montauk what personal style is all about. Here, an outfit that transitions seamlessly from the board room to the Stowaway. —claire
A red Orlebar Brown polo perfect for Victoria Grayson’s next Fire & Ice fête.
A Lucy Jay pocket square for wiping the sweat off his brow after narrowly dodging yet another CFO-turned-lover-turned-mole.
A Brooklyn Tailors blazer with an interior pocket for discreetly transporting the shamu-cam.
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In Character: Willy Wonka
Talk about personal style. Wonka had a way of looking fun-loving and completely menacing at once. Here’s how he created a look as everlasting as the gobstopper. —erica
An MSGM purple velvet blazer, as smooth as his zingers about bad eggs and blueberries.
A Naked & Famous floral shirt as attention-grabbing as lickable wallpaper.
Yes, this Barker Black bow tie is a little toned-down compared to his jumbo taffeta number, but even the jodhpur-wearing Oompa Loompas made fun of that thing.
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In Character: Dionne Davenport
As far as the Clueless plot went, Dionne was Cher’s sidekick, but I wouldn’t tell her that. She had a total HBIC ‘tude—except, you know, when it came to the freeway. Here’s what she wore to put Murray in his place. —erica
A Jennifer Ouellette hat that speaks to an impressive amount of confidence.
Put on this Sea New York dress, and “Supermodel” will play in the background. Right? Right?!
In case skipping class for the mall is deemed necessary, this Sauce blazer guarantees that the shopgirls treat her like the professional shopper she is.
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In Character: Julianne Potter
Pick a favorite Julia Roberts romcom? PLEASE. But My Best Friend’s Wedding is definitely up there. As food critic Julianne Potter, she makes you root for her even when she’s being a total psychopath, and here’s what she wore while doing it. Also, can we talk about how she was supposed to be 27 in this film? —erica
A boxy boyfriend blazer from Patrik Ervell fit for the scheming and trickery that she deems required.
A Me & Ro necklace engraved with the Sanskrit symbol for devotion—it hangs in the air as she draws out that whole Jell-O/crème brûlée metaphor.
The sort of Matthew Williamson maid-of-honor dress that can leave someone looking glowy after an ordeal like that.
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Of a Kind
What would we call this Epaulet situation, exactly? Not that it really matters because it looks like the sort of thing that would make fall layering a whole hell of a lot easier. —erica
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In Character: Vivian Ward
America’s favorite prostitute taught us—even those of us too young to really get that she was a hooker when we first saw the film—a very important lesson: The clothes can make the girl. (Ok, and maybe the hair too—that wig was a bust.) Here’s what Viv wore to knock the argyle socks off Edward’s crowd. —erica
A transitional piece, if you will: Even Kit would recognize her in this borrowed-from-the-John Rachel Comey blazer.
Nothing says “I can hang with you snobs” like a polka dot hat from Brigitte Bardot.
This off-the-shoulder Black Halo dress is best accessorized with that trademark Julia Roberts laugh.
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In Character: Lucille Bluth
The very polished Bluth matriarch might not be a good mother, but she is caring in her own tremendously f-ed way. She is also sassy and classy—more the former than the latter depending on the time of day and, in turn, the number of martinis in her system. —erica
The perfect cotton-and-linen Rodarte x Opening Ceremony jacket for when Lupe buses the furs off to storage.
An oversize Alexis Bittar brooch—a gift from Annyong, perhaps?
A slick black L’Agence dress that might entail some zipper help from Buster (assuming he’s not off with the other Lucille).
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In Character: Clair Huxstable
The Cosby sweater gets plenty of play. But what about the fun-but-professional wardrobe that Phylicia Rashād rocked as one of the all-time best mom’s on TV? Her clothes suited her personality: They were loud, sophisticated, approachable, and just-casual-enough—the perfect blend for teaching Theo a lesson and keeping Rudy entertained. —erica
A big, bold Acne sweater well-suited for giving Cliff a lecture about junk food in the living room.
Tom Binns earrings that work as well for parent-teacher conferences as a night out.
A shoulder-padded Suno blazer that says, “I’m a lawyer who’s not afraid of looking good.”
