Contemporary Chic: Five Looks to Get you Through the Week

Fit the Contemporary Chic profile? Take inspiration from these models, and you'll have a stylish outfit ready for any occasion you may encounter this week.

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In this slideshow: Coco Rocha, Christy Turlington, Claudia Schiffer, Elle Macpherson, Paulina Porizkova

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Work Freshening up your office wardrobe can be a challenging task, but it doesn't have to be. Christy Turlington smartly wore a solid cardigan over a fun printed dress, helping to tone down the whimsy of the pattern and turning the one-piece look into an ensemble. After work, lose the sweater and trade flats for heels, and you're ready for a night out on the town 1. Cardigan, $39.95 at nyandcompany.com 2. Jersey dress, $39.99 at macys.com 3. Belt, $8.99 at charlotterusse.com

First Date The unexpected detail in Coco Rocha's ruched dress makes it stand out, which means you will on that first date. Add a pair of strappy heels to up the chic factor, or pair the dress with a blazer for a more refined look. 1. Nicole Miller dress, $410 at nicolemiller.com 2. Studded booties, $119.99 at lordandtaylor.com

Girls Night Out Claudia Schiffer's feminine wrap dress is a great option for an evening with the girls that could start with dinner and end on the dance floor. Wear it with opaque tights and trendy ankle boots for an edgy, youthful look. 1. Wrap dress, $95 at anntaylor.com 2. Suede ankle boots, $145 at yoox.com

Black Tie Affair A black dress is something every woman should have in her closet, no matter her style profile. A Contemporary Chic one, however, always adds just the right element of surprise. An interesting neckline and details around the waist, like the one Paulina Porizkova wears, will help accentuate feminine curves. Halter dress, $166.99 at bluefly.com

Weekend For a weekend of running errands or visiting friends, take a cue from Elle Macpherson. She pairs hip but practical riding boots with a long-sleeve crew and jeans. Add an embellished faux fur vest and the look suddenly goes from casual to chic. 1. Faux fur vest, $68 at ardenb.com 2. Crew neck tee, $10 at oldnavy.com 3. Liz Claiborne Jackie jeans, $35.40 at lordandtaylor.com 4. Riding boots, $149.95 at endless.com