The Color of the Season: Red

Give your wardrobe strategic pops of red, mixed with camel, teal, or purple.

Why Red Is Hot

First scarlet lips made a comeback. Then red was seen head to toe on the fall 2010 runways of Chanel, Giorgio Armani, and Valentino. Now the attention-getting shade is everywhere, from shoes and bags to dresses. The trick is to pick the right pieces (like the ones here or classics from your closet) and to mix and match them in fresh ways.

If You’re a Redhead

There are no cardinal rules about redheads wearing red. But, generally, tomato and brick shades flatter hair that is copper toned, while raspberry and ruby complement auburn.

To buy: $325, DKNY silk dress, dkny.com for stores. Azaara earrings.