Who wears it best?

LR: I love a long and lean pencil skirt for an hourglass figure, but it flatters most women because it draws an elongated line.

Favorite fabrics?

LR: A wool tweed would be perfect. I’d avoid any fabric that’s too loose or drapey.

Preferred work look?

LR: Wear it with a cardigan and fun accessories.

How about weekends?

LR: I would dress it down by wearing it with a crisp cotton shirt, and lose the high heels.

Accessories you’d recommend?

LR: I like rich, textural necklaces that have a lot of different elements in them.

1. Look for skirts in menswear fabrics (a big fall trend).

2. Keep the silhouette sleek (new), not poufy (old).

3. Wear with edgy shoes (for an unexpected twist).

4. Choose styles with a high waist (sexier).

1. Tall, sleek leather boots.

2. Round-toe pumps with stacked heels.

3. Open-toe pumps.

4. Wedges (at left, Giuseppe Zanotti suede wedges, $700; 212-650-0455).

Just say no to: booties, strappy sandals, midcalf boots and flats (unless you're 5'6" or taller).