The Trench While it's not necessarily sub-zero, it's not Miami in August either, but a trench is a coat for all seasons.

The Fur A floor-length fur coat might be a little overkill -- PETA joke! -- but if Rachel Zoe has taught us anything it's that a fur vest is not only always appropriate, it's practically mandatory.

The Man Bag While the inside of your bag may look like the dumpster behind a pharmacy, at least the outside can appear elegant...or at least coherent. Which will be more than can be said about you come the week's end.

The Clutch No one wants to be weighed down with a million bags like some homeless woman on her way to the market so why look like one? An oversized clutch is sleek and can carry anything from line sheets and gift bags to cocaine and a purse gun.

The Loafer Who needs a rough and rugged boot when a loafer says you're too much of a pimp to even care what anyone has to say?

The Closed-Toe Pump There's no snow to trudge through, so practicality can take a backseat while a stiletto takes the wheel -- but spare your toes the cold and cover up...unless you're wearing nude pantyhose. In which case, do not pass Go and do not attend NYFW.

The Spectators There's nothing like a fake pair of eyeglasses to lend a false sense of sophistication and if you're actually blind as a bat, you're already ahead of the curve. And the class.

The Shades Whether you're hiding the dark circles from too much partying and not enough sleep, or hiding from that regrettable hook-up the morning after, sunglasses are very necessary.

The Gentlefellow Even if you're not a gentleman -- and chances are if you're reading this site you're probably not -- you can play the part with a well-tailored suit.

The Stunner Have a look at the ready for anytime you want to bring the show -- whether it's a fashion show or a shitshow -- to a complete halt.

Magazine: Vogue Nippon
Issue: December 2010
Editorial: Modern Mixing
Model: Hanne Gaby Odiele |Ford|
Stylist: Aurora Sansone
Photographer: Matt Irwin
Website: www.vogue.co.jp
Hanne Gaby Odiele is ready for some Modern Mixing, exploring the coveted winter colours with a military sentiment for a Vogue Nippon shoot with stylist Aurora Sansone and photographer Matt Irwin

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Thanks Sartorialist for finding so many people on the streets rocking the fur vest. I wasn’t sure if it would be in this season since money is so sparce for many, but it’s a look that is easily replicatable, even if you have a faux fur version. You can wear it in so many ways, plus it’s a great way to glamorize an outfit.