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The Weekend You Sort One Wardrobe Rail and Keep What Works

The Weekend You Sort One Wardrobe Rail and Keep What Works

Some weeks the wardrobe rail feels like a lot of hangers and not much to wear. A soft knit sweater, a pair of cropped straight jeans and a block heel boot make a small set that works together, for anyone sorting a short rail and wanting each piece to earn its spot.

  1. The sweater for that first cool morning of fall

    The sweater is a crew neck pullover with a loose fit and an elasticated hem. The fabric is 45% nylon, 30% anti pilling acrylic, 20% viscose and 5% finer wool, so it is a blend rather than a wool knit. Sizes run XS to XXL, and the listing says to stay with your usual size.

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  2. The black ankle boots for the commute and the night after

    The boots bring the height: a chunky block heel of 3.4 inches, or 8.5 cm, with a round toe and a side zip so they go on without fuss. The sole is rubber and the insoles are cushioned. They run true to size, and the listing says to go up one size for wider feet or a high instep.

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  3. The straight leg jeans for a Saturday that starts late

    The jeans are high waisted with a straight, cropped leg and a raw hem, cut from 75% cotton, 24% polyester and 1% spandex. Wash them cold, skip bleach, and hang or lay them flat to dry. Check the size chart in the last listing picture. How baggy you wear them is a matter of taste.

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