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Modest Yet Elegant Outfit Ideas for Thanksgiving with In-Laws

Thanksgiving with in-laws calls for outfits that are both refined and comfortable—think modest silhouettes, cozy textures, and warm seasonal tones. The options below blend classic elegance with relaxed charm, ensuring you're dressed appropriately for celebrating with family. If you have specific preferences for color, climate, or want help narrowing down to a single style, let us know!
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Ribbed Midi Dress with Knit Cardigan
A long-sleeve ribbed midi dress layered under a soft knit cardigan offers cozy comfort and understated elegance—perfect for a family setting and easy to layer if temperatures fluctuate.
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Ribbed Midi Dress with Knit Cardigan
A long-sleeve ribbed midi dress layered under a soft knit cardigan offers cozy comfort and understated elegance—perfect for a family setting and easy to layer if temperatures fluctuate.
KHAITE Dixi Dress in Almandine
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KHAITE

Dixi Dress in Almandine

$1,068

$1,780

KHAITE

KHAITE Dixi stretch-knit midi dress
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KHAITE

Dixi stretch-knit midi dress

$1,246

$1,780

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Miu Miu Knitted silk midi dress
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Miu Miu

Knitted silk midi dress

$1,820

Mytheresa

KHAITE Dixi stretch-knit midi dress
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KHAITE

Dixi stretch-knit midi dress

$1,246

$1,780

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Textured Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
The subtle puff sleeves and textured fabric offer a standout yet modest silhouette. This dress needs minimal styling and is a nod to both tradition and effortless sophistication.
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Textured Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
@theindiaedit
The subtle puff sleeves and textured fabric offer a standout yet modest silhouette. This dress needs minimal styling and is a nod to both tradition and effortless sophistication.
Rotate Lori jacquard midi dress
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Rotate

Lori jacquard midi dress

$360

$450

Mytheresa

Cecilie Bahnsen Bali cutout matelassé midi dress
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Cecilie Bahnsen

Bali cutout matelassé midi dress

$1,080

$1,800

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Rotate Jacquard midi dress
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Rotate

Jacquard midi dress

$336

$420

Mytheresa

Markarian Farrah floral brocade midi dress
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Markarian

Farrah floral brocade midi dress

$1,245

$2,490

Mytheresa

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@mmequeenb
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Button-Up Tiered Gingham Midi Dress
Gingham adds a classic holiday feel, while the tiered design introduces a contemporary twist. The midi length ensures modesty, and the structure looks polished yet soft.
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Button-Up Tiered Gingham Midi Dress
@mmequeenb
Gingham adds a classic holiday feel, while the tiered design introduces a contemporary twist. The midi length ensures modesty, and the structure looks polished yet soft.
LE BOP Weekend Dress
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LE BOP

Weekend Dress

$71.2

$178

Shopbop

Joe's Jeans The Monet Maxi Dress
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Joe's Jeans

The Monet Maxi Dress

$149

$298

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Dôen Marielle checked organic cotton-flannel midi dress
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Dôen

Marielle checked organic cotton-flannel midi dress

$300

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DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY Belted checked woven midi dress
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DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY

Belted checked woven midi dress

$149

$595

Outnet

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@emelieolson
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3/4 Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress
Breezy and comfortable, this style is flattering and easy to move in. The 3/4 sleeves and layered skirt provide coverage and a relaxed, romantic vibe.
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3/4 Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress
@emelieolson
Breezy and comfortable, this style is flattering and easy to move in. The 3/4 sleeves and layered skirt provide coverage and a relaxed, romantic vibe.
Zimmermann Tiered pleated midi dress
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Zimmermann

Tiered pleated midi dress

$995

Mytheresa

GANNI Tiered plissé-georgette midi dress
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GANNI

Tiered plissé-georgette midi dress

$150

$375

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BATSHEVA Simone tiered ruffled moire midi dress
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BATSHEVA

Simone tiered ruffled moire midi dress

$83

$552

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Zimmermann Tiered plissé-taffeta midi dress
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Zimmermann

Tiered plissé-taffeta midi dress

$435

$725

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@overthemoon
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Navy Wrap Midi Dress
A wrap dress in a deep navy hue feels timeless and universally flattering. The tie waist gives it subtle shape without being too form-fitting, making it ideal for a family dinner.
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Navy Wrap Midi Dress
@overthemoon
A wrap dress in a deep navy hue feels timeless and universally flattering. The tie waist gives it subtle shape without being too form-fitting, making it ideal for a family dinner.
Ralph Lauren Collection Aniyah belted linen midi wrap dress
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Ralph Lauren Collection

Aniyah belted linen midi wrap dress

$1,195

$2,390

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THEIA Alicia wrap-effect ruched stretch-satin dress
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THEIA

Alicia wrap-effect ruched stretch-satin dress

$97

$645

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Bec + Bridge The Dreamer wrap-effect satin-crepe midi dress
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Bec + Bridge

The Dreamer wrap-effect satin-crepe midi dress

$99

$330

Outnet

Loretta Caponi + NET SUSTAIN Noemi belted embroidered crepe midi dress
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Loretta Caponi

+ NET SUSTAIN Noemi belted embroidered crepe midi dress

$396

$990

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Ribbed Knit Top and Coordinating Midi Skirt Set
Coordinated knit sets are a modern, put-together choice that’s extra comfortable for a meal-centered event—plus, the modest lines keep things in-law friendly.
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Ribbed Knit Top and Coordinating Midi Skirt Set
Coordinated knit sets are a modern, put-together choice that’s extra comfortable for a meal-centered event—plus, the modest lines keep things in-law friendly.
Meshki Francisca Mid Rise Knit Maxi Skirt - Merlot
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Meshki

Francisca Mid Rise Knit Maxi Skirt - Merlot

$51

$89

Meshki

Meshki Romaine Bandage Knit Midi Skirt - Ivory
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Meshki

Romaine Bandage Knit Midi Skirt - Ivory

$119

Meshki

Meshki Romaine High Neck Bandage Knit Top - Ivory
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Meshki

Romaine High Neck Bandage Knit Top - Ivory

$52

$65

Meshki

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Meshki Maxine Knit Maxi Skirt - Ivory
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Meshki

Maxine Knit Maxi Skirt - Ivory

$50

$95

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@linkswesendfriends
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Cotton Gingham Maxi Dress
A long, flowing maxi in gingham reads festive and classic. The relaxed fit offers all-day comfort, while the subtle print elevates the look above everyday wear.
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Cotton Gingham Maxi Dress
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A long, flowing maxi in gingham reads festive and classic. The relaxed fit offers all-day comfort, while the subtle print elevates the look above everyday wear.
Playa Lucila Square Neck Maxi Dress
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Playa Lucila

Square Neck Maxi Dress

$145

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Rosie Assoulin Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy gingham cotton-seersucker maxi shirt dress
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Rosie Assoulin

Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy gingham cotton-seersucker maxi shirt dress

$795

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Playa Lucila Square Neck Maxi Dress
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Playa Lucila

Square Neck Maxi Dress

$145

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ALOHAS Masami Maxi Dress
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ALOHAS

Masami Maxi Dress

$187

$220

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@beapfernandez
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Puff Sleeve Beige Midi Dress
A structured beige midi with puff sleeves combines modern shape with a timeless neutral, offering a refined appearance that photographs beautifully.
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Puff Sleeve Beige Midi Dress
@beapfernandez
A structured beige midi with puff sleeves combines modern shape with a timeless neutral, offering a refined appearance that photographs beautifully.
Simone Rocha Embellished ruched mesh midi dress
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Simone Rocha

Embellished ruched mesh midi dress

$1,449

$2,415

Mytheresa

Victoria Beckham Floral gathered midi dress
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Victoria Beckham

Floral gathered midi dress

$1,080

$1,350

Mytheresa

BROCK COLLECTION Ondina satin midi dress
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BROCK COLLECTION

Ondina satin midi dress

$573

$1,433

Mytheresa

Altuzarra Corrie belted floral cotton midi dress
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Altuzarra

Corrie belted floral cotton midi dress

$957

$1,595

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High-Waisted Wide-Leg Pants with Cozy Knit Top
Wide-leg trousers and a soft sweater bring together comfort and sophistication—choose neutral hues for a polished finish; this is a great option if you prefer separates.
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High-Waisted Wide-Leg Pants with Cozy Knit Top
Wide-leg trousers and a soft sweater bring together comfort and sophistication—choose neutral hues for a polished finish; this is a great option if you prefer separates.
Source Unknown Faux Shearling Knit Top, Grey
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Source Unknown

Faux Shearling Knit Top, Grey

$130

Source Unknown

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Ulla Johnson Gemma crochet-trimmed pointelle-knit sweater
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Ulla Johnson

Gemma crochet-trimmed pointelle-knit sweater

$195

$390

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TOTEME Open-knit wide-leg pants
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TOTEME

Open-knit wide-leg pants

$252

$630

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Max Mara Funale cropped ribbed wool and cashmere-blend sweater
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Max Mara

Funale cropped ribbed wool and cashmere-blend sweater

$498

$830

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Lace Overlay Flared Midi Skirt with Long Sleeve Top
A lace midi skirt paired with a tucked-in long-sleeve top creates a layered look that’s both modest and elegant. The lace adds subtle festivity, perfect for Thanksgiving.
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Lace Overlay Flared Midi Skirt with Long Sleeve Top
A lace midi skirt paired with a tucked-in long-sleeve top creates a layered look that’s both modest and elegant. The lace adds subtle festivity, perfect for Thanksgiving.
Patou Cropped lace blouse
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Patou

Cropped lace blouse

$595

$850

Mytheresa

Patou Cotton-blend lace maxi skirt
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Patou

Cotton-blend lace maxi skirt

$745

$1,065

Mytheresa

Vince Stretch-Pima cotton-jersey top
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Vince

Stretch-Pima cotton-jersey top

$57

$225

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Patou Asymmetric organic cotton-blend lace midi skirt
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Patou

Asymmetric organic cotton-blend lace midi skirt

$966

$1,610

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Meshki Elise Knit Maxi Skirt - Ivory Marle
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Meshki

Elise Knit Maxi Skirt - Ivory Marle

$35

$85

Meshki

Marni High-rise wool and mohair-blend wide-leg pants
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Marni

High-rise wool and mohair-blend wide-leg pants

$388

$1,550

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Taller Marmo High-rise wide-leg pants
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Taller Marmo

High-rise wide-leg pants

$324

$540

Mytheresa

Dries Van Noten Gathered cotton jersey midi dress
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Dries Van Noten

Gathered cotton jersey midi dress

$738

$1,055

Mytheresa

Solace London Lydia asymmetric draped crepe gown
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Solace London

Lydia asymmetric draped crepe gown

$385

$770

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Victoria Beckham Dolman crepe midi dress
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Victoria Beckham

Dolman crepe midi dress

$695

$1,390

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Meshki Jacqueline Pleated Wide Leg Pants - Mahogany
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Meshki

Jacqueline Pleated Wide Leg Pants - Mahogany

$135

Meshki

Gabriela Hearst Rouge silk satin midi dress
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Gabriela Hearst

Rouge silk satin midi dress

$1,330

$3,326

Mytheresa

La DoubleJ Sleek Placée silk maxi skirt
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La DoubleJ

Sleek Placée silk maxi skirt

$686

$980

Mytheresa

FARM Rio Cotton and Lyocell-blend midi skirt
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FARM Rio

Cotton and Lyocell-blend midi skirt

$95

$210

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La DoubleJ Make An Exit silk twill blouse
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La DoubleJ

Make An Exit silk twill blouse

$712

$890

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LAPOINTE Asymmetric feather-trimmed crepe tunic
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LAPOINTE

Asymmetric feather-trimmed crepe tunic

$878

$1,950

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Asceno Salina silk charmeuse midi dress
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Asceno

Salina silk charmeuse midi dress

$510

Mytheresa

The Row Pascal draped silk-crepe maxi dress
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The Row

Pascal draped silk-crepe maxi dress

$3,594

$5,990

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Rick Owens Coda wool maxi skirt
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Rick Owens

Coda wool maxi skirt

$710

$1,015

Mytheresa

Zimmermann + NET SUSTAIN Junie belted cropped floral-print linen wide-leg pants
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Zimmermann

+ NET SUSTAIN Junie belted cropped floral-print linen wide-leg pants

$198

$495

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Johanna Ortiz Nuevos Territorios printed silk-crepe de chine maxi skirt
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Johanna Ortiz

Nuevos Territorios printed silk-crepe de chine maxi skirt

$625

$1,250

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Fforme Maud high-rise lamé wide-leg pants
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Fforme

Maud high-rise lamé wide-leg pants

$909

$1,515

Mytheresa

Tom Ford Belted satin jersey kaftan
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Tom Ford

Belted satin jersey kaftan

$3,353

$4,790

Mytheresa

Proenza Schouler Golda draped jersey top
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Proenza Schouler

Golda draped jersey top

$413

$590

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KHAITE Oron ruched jersey midi dress
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KHAITE

Oron ruched jersey midi dress

$1,036

$1,480

Mytheresa

Chloé Ribbed wool and cashmere-blend midi skirt
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Chloé

Ribbed wool and cashmere-blend midi skirt

$419

$1,195

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The Row Pascal draped silk crêpe maxi dress
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The Row

Pascal draped silk crêpe maxi dress

$2,995

$5,990

Mytheresa

Dries Van Noten Jacquard straight pants
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Dries Van Noten

Jacquard straight pants

$740

$925

Mytheresa

Nanushka Basma felted straight pants
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Nanushka

Basma felted straight pants

$247

$495

Mytheresa

Diane von Furstenberg Olympia floral-print crepe top
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Diane von Furstenberg

Olympia floral-print crepe top

$126

$278

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THEMIS Z Anthos crepe midi dress
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THEMIS Z

Anthos crepe midi dress

$253

$505

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La DoubleJ Long Sleeve Swing Dress
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La DoubleJ

Long Sleeve Swing Dress

$1,050

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La DoubleJ Printed wool cape
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La DoubleJ

Printed wool cape

$679

$970

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Altuzarra Peirene belted tie-dyed chiffon midi dress
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Altuzarra

Peirene belted tie-dyed chiffon midi dress

$599

$1,995

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LAPOINTE Pleated crepe straight-leg pants
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LAPOINTE

Pleated crepe straight-leg pants

$149

$990

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Tod's Striped plissé midi dress
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Tod's

Striped plissé midi dress

$1,242

$1,775

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MAX MARA STUDIO Marusca belted wool-twill wide-leg pants
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MAX MARA STUDIO

Marusca belted wool-twill wide-leg pants

$277

$615

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JOSEPH Malte plissé blouse
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JOSEPH

Malte plissé blouse

$480

$600

Mytheresa

Zimmermann Awaken lamé lace midi skirt
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Zimmermann

Awaken lamé lace midi skirt

$725

Mytheresa

Saint Laurent High-rise jacquard wide-leg pants
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Saint Laurent

High-rise jacquard wide-leg pants

$1,850

Mytheresa

WEEKEND MAX MARA Deborah draped flannel midi skirt
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WEEKEND MAX MARA

Deborah draped flannel midi skirt

$124

$275

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Chloé Wool wide-leg pants
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Chloé

Wool wide-leg pants

$640

$1,280

Mytheresa

La DoubleJ Make An Exit printed silk-twill blouse
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La DoubleJ

Make An Exit printed silk-twill blouse

$553

$790

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Extreme Cashmere N°388 Ease cashmere-blend maxi skirt
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Extreme Cashmere

N°388 Ease cashmere-blend maxi skirt

$925

Mytheresa