black maxi cocktail dress Primavera Couture 3896 Size 2 Sequin Slit V-Neck Open Tie Back Spaghetti Strap Short Homecoming Dress Long sheer sleeves have gathered shoulders and buttoning cuffs Loose Fit Maxi Dress In

The belt rule: Always match your belt to your shoes This is the foundational rule of the black pants and brown shoes pairing, and it is non-negotiable

Eileen Fisher Tiered Silk Midi Dress Hevron Amber Stripe Tiered Midi Dress Farm Rio Toucans Scarf Bishop-Sleeve Maxi Dress Vineyard Vines Cotton Tiered Maxi Skirt Lisa @madamehall above (read her style interview here) wears a dress from her Etsy shop (similar here)

Sweater and Pleated Midi Skirt Combo One of the most foolproof combos for winter brunches is the knit sweater and pleated skirt duo

The sleeveless sheath style with a crew neck offers a sleek and modern look