1/5novel idea
If you need a dose of prep school drama between episodes of series chronicles the chaos surrounding an elite boarding school. Meet nerdy–girl Parker and troubled bad–boy Chase as their unlikely friendship blooms. It is boy–meets–girl with an upper–crust attitude.
—Samantha Child
Miss Educated: An Upper Class Novel, about $9. amazon.com.
2/5casual cashmere
It's time to ditch those clunky sweater dresses that place comfort miles ahead of style. Strike a perfect balance between the two with this cashmere dress, which has a form fitting cut and the softness of everybody's favorite winter fabric.
—Samantha Child
Shipley Halmos cashmere dress, about $445. Barneys New York.
3/5beauty staple
Maybelline's so–called "pink and green legend" has been around forever (1971!), and for good reason: it delivers. Found in almost any local drug store, this dependable mascara lengthens, doubles, and goes on smooth; all that in an iconic neon tube.
—Kristi Garced
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara in Very Black. $7, Rite Aid.
4/5vested interest
Vests are a great addition to any wardrobe simply because of the multiple ways they can be worn. Make it the centerpiece of your outfit or throw it under a blazer; keep it buttoned closed or leave it open to reveal a blouse. This piece is sure to make a statement, or an understatement, à la .
—Kristi Garced
Habitual denim vest, about $185. habitual.com.
5/5jean therapy
Although they've persisted season after season, dark skinny jeans can get a little tired. Give a new cut and color a chance with these pants. They have a straight shape from waist to ankle and a fresh gray–blue wash that's bound to lighten you up in more ways than one.
—Samantha Child
Alexander Wang cotton stretch jeans, about $324. Suite Orchard, NYC.
