styling advice

We've collaborated with fabulous shopping site Piperlime, curating our favorite picks from its impressive stock of fashion and accessories. We shared the major trends that inspired our editor picks. Still, we know we can do more, like answer that age-old question, "But where do I wear that?" We took five commonly asked questions and answered them with five foolproof looks from our curated picks on Piperlime. We've all been in these situations, so click to see what our answers are for what to wear on important occasions.

It's extra rewarding when you find a chic but versatile dress that can function at all sorts of occasions. We love the simplicity, color, and subtle drape of this Topshop sheath dress ($95), and the price makes it a smart buy. Check out our styling tips for how to wear this sheath to the office, on a date, and to a casual Sunday brunch.

If the Spring collections were any indication, it's time to dress up your shorts. Adam, Chanel, and Rebecca Taylor showed chic shorts, and we set out to bring the glam to our own wardrobe. Dressy shorts look sharp, and they show off your legs — a nice bonus when warm weather comes. We found five very cool, very different shorts — lace, metallic, paillettes, polka dots, and silk — and styled them in five unique ways. Pick your favorite shorts from our slideshow, and get shorty.

From runway to street style, there is no questioning the popularity and dramatic allure of the maxi skirt. Stylish celebs like Kate Bosworth, Olivia Palermo, and supermodel Hilary Rhoda have shown us just how chic it can be, for day or night. The challenge is wearing it without looking overdressed or worse, like a grandma (note: we love our grandmas). The maxi is surprisingly versatile, and with the right styling pieces, you can wear it anywhere from the office to a weekend brunch to a chic party. We take three skirts and a closet full of basics to create six fabulous looks. Take note, and go long!