Dress Up Closet

The beauty of your Jane’s Vanity collection is that you can always make it work. Over the years, you’ve acquired basics and ultra-non-basics from JV. And, as Jane herself notes, they “mingle.” But, as Jane also says, you must “tend your garden.” Which means transitions. And now might be a good time for something new.

Let’s say the event requires indoor and outdoor looks. You will need warmth, but also something festive (read sexy). Your first order of business could be to e-mail Emily Tate of JV. She is as close as your fingertips. And would love to help you. 

And, of course, you will enjoy dreaming of possibilities as you scan the JV website. Do you have the perfect long black wool skirt? Arya Cashmere provides it. Just a few left in size L. It can be sent quickly, in time for any necessary alteration.

If you choose just one new piece, let it be the transparent Brigitte Lavallière Blouse in lustrous silk chiffon from Ibiza-based label FrancesKa. It is available in White, Black, or the bespoke Red made just for JV. The blouse’s rich Spanish heritage shows in its slightly formal long-sleeve shape and tie at neck. And in its exciting sheerness. The Brigitte slides easily under a coat or jacket, ready to unveil itself at the reception or after-party.

Or add punch to a woodsy-toned oversize jacket with the glimpse of an exquisite Merle Noir camisole. The silk and lace color combinations are extraordinary. As is the construction. JV has a number of such camisoles to choose from, many are marked down! Consider the straight-across Dijon Couture Silk Camisole in gold with navy-embroidered champagne lace. Or the plunging V of the Fern Green Couture Silk Camisole with black floral appliqué. Give yourself a gift. 

Jane’s travels have produced another possibility: black leather and tulle cocktail tops, made in Istanbul by Zambak. So packable and layerable. Wear the Daisy Jacket or the scintillating Rosalinda Top over a slip dress. Add style to any bare outfit with Zambak’s leather shrugs, the Flat Leaf or the Daisy.

When you need some magic in your closet, JV delivers, in so many ways.