Outfit Details: Markarian Top (old, similar here), Dries Van Noten Pants (more sizes here), Manolo Blahnik Pumps, Chanel Bag, Arielle Ratner Necklace

There’s something about saturated color paired with metallics that I find irresistible. Deep burgundy against gleaming gold, warm bronze alongside an almost electric shade of turquoise. I’m always curious to see how far I can take a color combination, and these pieces make a wonderful case for introducing more texture and shine. Metallic accents have such a beautiful way of bringing out the depth and richness of darker shades, while vivid hues give gold, silver, and pewter a livelier, more playful side.

This season, I’m seeing this kind of pattern play show up in so many different ways. Botanical jacquards and gilded florals turn up on sculptural tops and embroidered jackets, alongside sweeping fringe and heels with an ornate sensibility. I love the interplay between the softness of velvet, the liquid movement of satin, and the brilliance of a finish that reads like precious metal. With the season of dinners and celebrations nearly here, it feels like the perfect excuse to see just how decorative an outfit can be.

Between school being back in full swing, fall activities filling up the calendar, and the holidays right around the corner, this stretch of the year always seems to pick up speed. Coming off a couple of back-to-back work trips, I’ve been really cherishing any chance I get to carve out time for movement, whether it’s a morning workout, a long walk outside, or even just twenty minutes on my walking pad while I answer emails. Squeezing in those moments for myself makes all the difference in juggling everything on our plates this fall. And I’ll admit, a few new workout pieces always give me a little extra motivation to get moving.

For this week’s Amazon Sunday, I’ve rounded up colorful activewear that passes the test in both fit and fabric, versatile layers, and fitness essentials for the season ahead, including my favorite pair of workout sneakers. Together, these finds bring a fresh perspective to everyday movement.

Browse the full edit below, and explore more in our JB Amazon Shop and Amazon Storefront, refreshed weekly.

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Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.

I saw a character on a TV show wearing a midi-length plaid skirt recently, and I’ve been on the lookout for one ever since. Initially, I was thinking of something with a more substantial fabric, but this slip skirt from LC Lauren Conrad might do the trick. I would wear this with a cozy turtleneck and boots for the office (and probably add a slip under the skirt for some extra warmth). 

The skirt is $12.99, marked down from $39.99, at Kohl’s and comes in sizes XS-XXL. It also comes in four other colors. 

Sales of note for 10/23 (ALSO, friendly PSA – check any NAS or Amazon Prime Day purchases for the return policies…)

• Ann Taylor – 30% off your purchase + $50 off your $200+ purchase
• Brooklinen – Friends & Family – 20% off sitewide and 50% off select bundles
• J.Crew – Up to 40% off select fall styles. Also, donate any gently worn coat in one of their stores and get $25 off your next purchase of $125+.
• J.Crew Factory – 40% off new arrivals + extra 15% off orders of $100+
• M.M.LaFleur – 72 hours only, save 20% on jardigans (Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off on other items)
• Nordstrom – 5840+ new markdowns for women, up to 40% off
• Talbots – 50% off one regularly-priced item, 40% off everything else
• Theory – End of season sale is on with extra savings (new prices are marked)

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Outfit Details: Dries Van Noten Coat (sold out, similar here, last seen here), Maria McManus Shirt (last seen here), Valentino Skirt, Le Sundial Necklace, Chanel Flats (old, similar here), Dries Van Noten Bag (similar here)

One of my favorite compliments to receive is, “I love how you pair colors,” because experimenting with unexpected combinations is one of the things I enjoy most about getting dressed. I love seeing what happens when you put two shades together that might not seem like an obvious match. Fuchsia with turquoise, violet with burgundy, or a flash of emerald against orange. Sometimes the combinations that surprise me most end up being the ones I’m most excited to recreate.

Outfit Details: Dries Van Noten Coat (sold out, similar here, last seen here), Maria McManus Shirt (last seen here), Valentino Skirt, Le Sundial Necklace, Chanel Flats (old, similar here), Dries Van Noten Bag (similar here) | Marlies Grace Top, Reformation Pants, Dries Van Noten Bag (sold out, similar here), Chanel Flats (similar here), Alexandra Golovonoff Sweater

My biggest tip is to forget the traditional rules of what goes together. Start with a color you love, then introduce one that feels a little unexpected. Contrasting tones become even more interesting with texture in the mix, like satin against wool, velvet with silk, or a printed accessory that pulls several shades together. And don’t stop at two. A third color is often the very thing that brings the whole look to life. In fall, with richer fabrics and deeper shades in play, I want to experiment even more. After all, the fun is in discovering combinations you wouldn’t have thought to try.

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• Your Laugh of the Week comes from The Onion, with “Plan To Splurge Scrapped On Account Of Price.”

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