Costume Close-Up: Clothing Construction and Pattern, 1750-1790

Complete your working wardrobe with this sleek kate spade new york shift. The always-appropriate silhouette flaunts a chic bow belt for classic feminine style.

Exercise your feminine wiles in this exclusive to Bloomingdale's Nanette Lepore sweater dress, cut from a fine wool blend, with stylish cap sleeves and a bejeweled neckline that draws instant attention.

Swing into the season with a boxy T Tahari cape touting a generous back pleat for serious fashion presence.