FORMING AN ESSENTIAL HUE IN YOUR CAPSULE WARDROBE, THE UBER-SOPHISTICATED GRAY COLORWAY TAKES A STAND THIS SEASON IN CRISP TAILORING AND FUSS-FREE SILHOUETTES, WITH PLENTY OF UNEXPECTED DETAILS

BY ARCHANA AITHAL ROSE

Maticevski Allegro Off-Shoulder Silk Gown

Unleash the drama in this sculptural stunner, punctuated with a voluminous off-the-shoulder bodice and floor-grazing hem, and train for a look destined for the red carpet. $4,860, modaoperandi.com

Akris Punto Turtleneck Blouson-Sleeve Belted Flannel Dress

A transitional flannel dress primed for the East Coast chill. The modest number features a cozy turtleneck, back zip, long blouson sleeves, and a metal buckled self-tie belt to cinch the waist. $787, neimanmarcus.com

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Reem Acra Tiered Short Sleeve Gown

A romantic silhouette featuring a tiered floor-length A-line skirt scooped V-neck bodice and a self-tie waist with crystal accents. Have your Oscar acceptance speech ready, darlings. $2,395, saksfifthavenue.com

Max Mara Teddy Fabric Bomber Jacket

Made from a soft textured alpaca-wool blend, this oversized bomber features vertical welt pockets, rib-knit cuffs, and a zippered hem. Throw it over a statement tee for a chic off-duty look. $2,990, maxmara.com

Veronica Beard Nalida Dickey Coat

You’re promised a grand entrance in this flowy coat rendered in a heather-gray wool-cashmere blend with precise tailoring. Featuring a double-breasted silhouette, nipped waist, flap pockets, and statement crest buttons. $719, veronicabeard.com

Theory Twist Front Midi Dress

In a delicate dance between edgy and conservative, this sinuously detailed silk dress falls just below the knee and is styled with a deep-V crossover neck with a sultry front-twist detail. $316, bloomingdales.com

Tom Ford Washed Flock Denim Skinny Pants

Your everyday denim gets the luxe treatment with Ford’s signature glam, delivered by a stone wash sheen. They are topped off with five pockets, gold metal front hardware, and a Tom Ford label at the back. $595, tomford.com

The Frankie Shop Geslo Pleated Woven Wide-Leg Trouser

Fashion meets function in these stylish pleated trousers tailored from classic suiting fabric and featuring a standout high-cut waistline and relaxed wide-leg cut for that quintessential #girlboss vibe. $195, modaoperandi.com