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Stockholm-based screenwriter Fanny Ekstrand, below, knows a thing or two about dressing for long and frigid winters: "The colder the day, the longer the scarf," she asserts. Right now, she's not the only one wrapping up (in Loewe)--even indoors, too! The extra versatile layer is also a stylish flourish, as these pics prove. I'd like to weather the teeth-chattering cold with these knits from Acne Studios (last pic), &Daughter (above), and Madewell.

$160, uterque

All the trappings of Chanel-chic but at a cheaper price!

1. Deveaux turtleneck, $1195, netaporter.com

2. Slvrlake jeans, $330, netaporter.com

3. Shashi earrings, $58, shopbop.com

4. Staud chain-handle bag, $350, shopbop.com

5. Uterque flats, $160, uterque.com

Still on the fence about double-dipping in denim? Here are some compelling reasons to try it, and if you need help calibrating your blues, all you have to do is look to Mango for its one-and-done jumpsuit, below, puff-sleeve mini, and belted dress, along with these pieces by Citizens of Humanity, H&M, Free People, and Gabriella Hearst.

Leave it to New Yorkers can make a mask look cool.

Amanda Sanchez has the plum job of being Chanel's in-house model and, naturally, the most covetable work wardrobe to go with: a chic yet nonchalant mix of jeans, white t-shirts, A-line skirts, sneakers, and, of course, lush Chanel tweed and supple quilted leather. All of which she wears to rue Cambon headquarters daily, and with so much aplomb that she recently inspired Chanel's real-life wardrobe-based Spring 2021 collection. Inspiringly, it's all for the taking on Amanda's Instagram feed. What I love most is how she grounds her style in accessible pieces. Take, for instance, her colorful Vans (these classic slip-ons, these go-with-everything checks), Nikes, and funky socks (gingham, skater, print)--accents that any of us can employ on this side of Seine. Also doable: her long A-line skirts with a vintage-y yet versatile vibe, like these by Frame, Mara Hoffman and H&M. Structured t-shirts are also in order like this vintage Chanel, this Acne Studios and this Theory. And for the win: discounted vintage Chanel!

The Lunar New Year kicks off today--an occasion to start fresh and share in the hope of good things to come. I'm ringing it in with some good luck bling, namely my new Mignonne Gavigan lariat, above, and getting inspired to keep things continually sparkly with these snaps below. Let's start with the Brinker and Eliza gold necklace and spiral bracelet, immediately below, along these EF diamond hoops, or these double gold vermeil (read: affordable!) ones by Completedworks. Also would not mind shining in these under-$200 pieces by Demarson, Cloverpost, Bauble Bar, Thatch Jewelry (truly obsessed with these!), and Madewell. Read more about the Year of the Ox and its emphasis on the yin metal element (read: something sparkly!) here! Happy Weekend, all!

$69, zara

One more reason to look forward to warm, sunny days ahead!

1. Zara print dress, $69, zara.com

2. Maison Monik Baguette ring, $99, shopbop.com

3. Missoni printed canvase bag, $330, luisaviaroma.com

4. Ancient Greek Sandals lace-up sandals, $265, netaporter.com

I've recently received a bunch of texts and emails asking about the photograph in my living room, above, so I thought I'd just share it here! It was taken by my father Co Rentmeester in Santa Monica for a story called California Girls published in Life Magazine in 1970. I love it because it perfectly captures an activity I love most: frolicking on the beach! Meredith Publishing now owns the rights to it, and I just discovered the print is actually available for purchase on Art.com! Speaking of affordable under-the-radar art and home improvements, Urban Outfitters just unveiled its new spring collection and it's rife with some keepers, like this sculptural rattan chair, this modernist bench, this striped woven chair, this industrial stool, and statement-making floor lamp. Also, Anthropologie has some good new finds too including this amazing floor mirror and this table lamp.

Around this time of year sweater fatigue tends to kick in, and I want to wear something... different. But I don't love the idea of buying something new in the winter department. So, here's a fresh styling trick for a tired, old sweater: belt it! I love these versatile options from H&M (no one would ever know!), Frame and Isabel Marant. The yummy oversize cardigan, above, is from Cos.

Copenhagen just staged its first fully digital fashion week, but that didn't keep its style stars from making IRL fashion statements out on the streets. The biggest trend by far: long, baggy jeans (A.K.A. Dad Jeans) and pants, as seen in these snaps from the week here. I like these more everyday wearable (and flattering!) versions from Levi's, H&M, AGOLDE, Isabel Marant (on sale), Pull & Bear, and Re/Done. Also large in charge: oversize (and extra warm) coats and jackets, like these by And Other Stories, Mango, and Perfect Moment.