Kymerah

Emmy Rossum dazzled in a black-and-white ensemble at a private listening party for Chris Mann's new album in LA. The actress paired a sleeveless jewel-collar Gerard Darel blouse with a black leather Kymerah pencil skirt and matching patent platform pumps. She finished off her party style with diamond-accented hoops, a perfect topknot bun, fiery red lipstick, and a black snakeskin clutch. Mimic Emmy's polished style with a white embellished-collar blouse, leather pencil skirt, and black patent pumps for date night, a work function, or an upcoming holiday party, then as temperatures start to cool layer this red-hot BCBGMAXAZRIA peacoat ($278) and a houndstooth scarf for instant pizazz.

Jessica Alba's stylist Brad Goreski calls her the layering queen, so it's no surprise that she mastered the art even while spending time with her kids in LA. The actress started with a mint-colored high-low sleeveless Rails blouse ($108), topped with a black leather motorcycle vest, and leather-paneled leggings by Kymerah ($130). She then threw on fabulous accessories to finish strong: caged wedge sandals by Surface to Air, a two-tone gray Tod's bag, a gold bar necklace, a silver cuff, and a couple of beaded bracelets. Layering is tough to achieve, but next time you want to take a stab at it, look to Jessica's latest ensemble. Remember to play with proportions, colors, and textures for a unique take.

Jessica Alba went on a coffee run in LA looking edgy in a white button-front tank top by Rails Clothing, which she tucked into this sheer gray maxi skirt by Kymerah ($253). She finished her cool Summer outfit with a studded belt, black platform sandals, and a black crossbody bag. Score Jessica's exact skirt now to pair up with your white tanks, cropped tops like the model on the right, or throw it on with a neon top for a bolder look. Later, turn the skirt into a night owl by sporting it with a black top and leather jacket. Then when the chill sets in, pair it with your chunky sweaters and boots.

Jessica Alba proves that even the most routine coffee run can look stylish, and more importantly, you don't have to go overboard on the dressing front to achieve a chic daytime finish. While her white Rails henley tank top points to all things casual, it's her semisheer paneled Kymerah maxi skirt, in the prettiest taupe shade, that injects an effortlessly feminine and polished element. If you're looking to channel a similar brand of on-the-go cool, take cues from Jessica's slick accessorizing. Her inset-chain link belt, black strappy platform sandals, and envelope crossbody bag are perfect for a more fashion-functional ensemble. We know you have a maxi skirt in your arsenal of Summer pieces, and if you need one more easy way to dress it up, you've got your answer right here. Shop our Jessica Alba-inspired staples below now.

Jessica Alba strolled — and brightened up! — the streets of NYC wearing a bright-orange Loft maxi skirt with a hot-pink bra and blue printed Thierry Lasry sunglasses. While her exact skirt isn't available online, here is the tribal-print version ($80). She added pops of white via a sleeveless button-down Kymerah blouse, a Derek Lam crossbody bag, and strappy flat sandals. Other fun accessories in her Summer outfit included a pink beaded bracelet and a bevy of silver rings. Take a page out of Jessica's colorblocking look for your next city stroll by matching up your bright maxi skirt with an equally bold bra and sunglasses, then neutralizing them crisp white pieces.