7 Ways to Glam Up Your Look

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All it takes is an infusion of cool, colorful retro style. Deborah Lloyd (Kate Spade New York's president and creative director) explains.

1. Have Inspiration:

Deborah Lloyd gets her personal fashion inspiration from the legendary Audrey Hepburn.

2. Absolutely Try A...

"Cape. They make anything feel flirty and chic. I wear mine with jeans on weekends or tuxedo pants for events."


Famous Maker, $60; burlingtoncoatfactory.com.

3. Three Things Every Woman Should Have in Her Closet:

"A colorful coat will brighten even the dullest day. And then a great cocktail ring and gold sandals: They can elevate even the most casual outfit into an evening look."



Talbots, $329; talbots.com.

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4. The Beauty Item That'll Wake Up Your Whole Look:

"One swipe of bright red lipstick is all you need to stand out in a crowd. It says, 'I like to have fun!'"


Kate Spade New York Supercalifragilipstick! in Adventurous Red, $24; katespade.com.

5. Right Now I'm Obsessed With:

"My little Kennedy bag in cognac and black, because it goes with everything."


London Fog, $135; 800-847-0072 for stores.

6. The Most Important Quality of Bags:

"It has to work with your lifestyle-it doesn't matter how fabulous it is. For me, that means it's got to be lightweight and have a pocket for my cell and lipstick.


Kate Spade New York, $445; katespade.com.

7. For Fast, Everyday Glamour...

"My signature outfit is a dress in a graphic print with a patent belt and a bright cardigan. It's feminine but bold at the same time-and it's so easy to throw on and go."


Dress, Donna Morgan, $155; macys.com. Cardigan, Express, $49.90; express.com. Belt, Banana Republic, $39.50; bananarepublic.com.


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