How to Stretch Your Summer Wardrobe

Summer Staple: White Jeans

"I rarely consider wearing white jeans," says Karen Sperling, a 43-year-old radiologist. But these pants are really a seasonless essential. This time of year, match them with fall-winter pieces like a leather jacket, paisley scarf, and thin sweater. This outfit opened her eyes to lots of new possibilities, says Sperling.

Sweater, Hilton Hollis, $285, Neiman Marcus; 800-365-7989. Jacket, Adam, $495, Pamela Robbins, Scarsdale, New York; 914-472-9033. Jeans, $158; JBrandJeans.com. Scarf, Tilo, $525; ShopBop.com. Shoes, Stuart Weitzman, $525; 702-369-9222