Adam: "I don't believe in fashion martyrdom; you won't look good unless you can move and breathe, and jersey is just too comfortable to pass up. Newly revived double knits give the look without the drape, so they're not so revealing (and can be tailored like woven material). If you want thinner jersey, look for pieces that are ruched, draped, or tied to camouflage bulges. And the latest Lycra-packed underpinnings control without cruelty." 
Adam: "It's a matter of proportions, not vital statistics. Making the hem too short is the most common error: For the longest line, let pants extend almost to the floor (with only a bit of toe and heel showing), and always wear them with heels. Balance the volume on the bottom with a shaped top that's tucked in or waist length, and keep things monochromatic."
Adam: "If men have been combining patterns for years—the pinstriped suit, the tattersall shirt, the dotted tie—how hard can it be? Print mixing can be tricky, but done right, it's impressively chic and wardrobe stretching (you can put together old pieces in unexpected ways). You'll be fine as long as you keep your colors in the same family. Begin conservatively, working up to more complex combinations." 
First: Wake up your menswear with an abstract floral blouse (Peter Som) in the same tones. A wide belt (Motif 56) creates breathing space between patterns. 
Adam: "Tell your daughter to mind her own wardrobe. A free-spirited style is fine as long as it's age-appropriate. To look hip but sophisticated, slip in a few rock 'n' roll elements (Sgt. Pepper–esque velvet jackets, skinny jeans, boots, leather, anything studded) while keeping the rest of your outfit subdued. Or, do a more subtle "downtown" look—dark colors, unconventional shapes, touches of metal." 
Purple reigns when it comes to this quilted, quasi-military velvet. Gray jeans—yours needn't be as narrow as those on writer Damasa Doyle, 34—ground the strong piece (jacket, top, and jeans, L'Wren Scott).
Adam: "All those seasonal rules are over, ladies. Changing weather patterns mean fashion is now about adapting your wardrobe to wear year-round, not buying tons of new things. Layering is the key, but don't attempt it with something too tropical and bare; a fairly classic dress in rich, quiet colors (our pick: Marc Jacobs) is way more flexible. Add-ons should share the same palette." 
Adam: "I'm all for sexy, but discreet sexy. Although it's terrific that you're fit, you want to look sensual and polished, not desperate and sleazy. Some rules: Avoid midthigh hems after age 35. Don't confuse fitted with skintight. Don't get bare in more than one zone at a time. And cultivate an ease with your body—if you carry yourself with confidence, that's seductive." 
Adam: "I'm crazy about strong color at any age. But if you try to offset brights with black, the resulting contrast is harsh and unflattering, especially to older skin (it also makes gray hair look washed-out). Fall's rich harvest shades (eggplant, squash, burgundy) might not be as scary as neons, but they're still fairly intense—soften their impact by mixing in earthy neutrals like brown, camel, or gray."
Adam: "More is more in this season of brilliantly conspicuous jewelry, so dig into your archives (or Mom's) and pile on the pins. Worn in multiples, they look fresh and modern even if you're using vintage pieces. Think of these instant outfit updaters in groups (organized according to theme, color, mood, or material) and unusual placements. A single brooch on a lapel might just be too senior."
