The Easy Closet Makeover
You don't have to overhaul your closet to get a fresh look. Add a few new pieces to the basics you already own and...;instant update!
![Diane von Furstenburg purple blazer Diane von Furstenburg purple blazer](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-102-350x263.jpg)
Add This:
A bright jacket (Diane von Furstenberg, $298) is like a booster shot for work clothes.
![Poetic License booties Poetic License booties](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-104-350x263.jpg)
And This:
Cute plaid shoe booties (Poetic Licence, $99) are topped off with a feminine bow.
![Theory black dress Theory black dress](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-106-350x263.jpg)
To the Tried-and-True:
A black dress (Theory, $285) is the perfect backdrop for color.
![Workwear Workwear](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-office-350x263.jpg)
To Get:
A kicked up office look.
![Worthington skirt Worthington skirt](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-105-350x263.jpg)
Add This:
A lace-print skirt (Worthington by JCPenney, $44) has dress-up potential.
![Ann Taylor necklaces Ann Taylor necklaces](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-112-350x263.jpg)
And This:
Pile on mixed-media and glass-pearl necklaces (Ann Taylor, $85 and $65, respectively) after 5 p.m.
![Brooks Brothers white shirt Brooks Brothers white shirt](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-101-350x263.jpg)
To the Tried-and-True:
A white shirt (Brooks Brothers, $90) grounds any outfit.
![After work outfit After work outfit](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-after-work-350x263.jpg)
To Get:
An office-to-evening look.
![MINT Jodi Arnold top MINT Jodi Arnold top](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-111-350x263.jpg)
Add this:
A beaded cotton jersey top (MINT Jodi Arnold, $385) is easy and festive.
![Kate Spade sparkly heels Kate Spade sparkly heels](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-110-350x263.jpg)
And These:
Sparkly shoes (Kate Spade New York, $395), in a gold-silver mix, are staples in a season of shine.
![Old Navy jeans Old Navy jeans](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-109-350x263.jpg)
To the Tried-and-True:
Bootcut jeans (Old Navy, $30) automatically make all that glitter feel more laid-back.
![Date night outfit Date night outfit](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-date-350x263.jpg)
To Get:
An great date-night outfit.
![Liz Claiborne stadium jacket Liz Claiborne stadium jacket](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-103-350x263.jpg)
Add This:
A stadium coat (Liz Claiborne New York, $269) updates traditional plaid with a glowing palette.
![Tommy Hilfiger khakis Tommy Hilfiger khakis](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-107-350x263.jpg)
To the Tried-and-True:
Classic khakis (Tommy Hilfiger, $98) are indispensable for the stylish soccer mom.
![Weekend outfit Weekend outfit](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/200909/omag/200909-omag-instant-update-weekend-350x263.jpg)
To Get:
Relaxed weekend chic.
More from O's Fall Fashion Handbook
More from O's Fall Fashion Handbook
From the September 2009 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine