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Sequin Lace Pantsuit - R&M Richards Lovers of comfort and sparkle will adore this sequin lace pantsuit by R&M Richards

But while everyone loves a good fashion trend, here at InStyle, we're interested in the deeper stuff, too: the way jewelry makes us feel, the way a beloved coat can spark joy on a cold day, the way a pair of shoes can pull a whole look together

Some popular styles we recommend avoiding are mermaid and trumpet dresses, as these have tight skirts that are notorious for restricting movement and not allowing their wearers to sit down

For an after-dark look, a deep plum or lavender dress looks unstoppable with a sharp pointed heel and a shoulder bag

Aim for tailored but comfortable: blazers should lie clean at the shoulders without pulling, shirts should follow your torso without billowing, and trousers should taper neatly with a slight break