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24-hour wardrobe
December 28, 2012

How to Get Liu Wen’s Sleek Model-Off-Duty Style

By Diana Tsui

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From Kate Moss’s signature rocker-meets-vintage mix to Miranda Kerr’s love of Isabel Marant, so-called “model-off-duty” style never ceases to be a source of inspiration for everyday dressing. Unlike many street-style stars, who often plan their outfits months in advance, models capture the eye of photographers with an effortless mishmash of wardrobe basics and straight-from-the runway gifted pieces (sometimes in lieu of actual paychecks). And while girls like Hanne Gaby and Ruby Aldridge are perennial favorites, this edition of 24-Hour Wardrobe takes a look at Liu Wen’s off-the-runway style. The Chinese stunner with a big friendly smile skips bold color and over-the-top looks for clean all-black ensembles anchored with great accessories. For day, flats and a roomy tote are essential for jetting between shows and castings. For evenings, she swaps out a cocktail dress for a sleek jumpsuit and shiny gold heels. It’s simple, effortless, and easily re-created with items that you may already own. Click ahead to see how to get her look at every budget, with a few investment-worthy options thrown into the mix, too.

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Day Look Baggy trousers that have all the comforts of your favorite sweatpants are generally not so chic, especially when paired with a Harley-Da... Day Look Baggy trousers that have all the comforts of your favorite sweatpants are generally not so chic, especially when paired with a Harley-Davidson tee and a moto jacket. But rather than looking like a sloppy biker, Wen pulls it together by choosing a tightly fitted jacket and playing up the edge factor with a pair of skull-embroidered smoking slippers. The white-and-black-strap tote perfectly matches the monochrome palette, while a slick of matte red lipstick adds just a touch of femininty. 
Day Jackets (1) Topshop leather biker jacket, $330 at Topshop (2) theyskens’ theory Javda Norinto leather jacket, $647.50 at theyskens’ theo... Day Jackets (1) Topshop leather biker jacket, $330 at Topshop (2) theyskens’ theory Javda Norinto leather jacket, $647.50 at theyskens’ theory (3) Warehouse long line faux leather biker blazer, $116 at And Other Brands (4) rag & bone Bowery leather jacket, $1,595 at rag & bone (5) Marc by Marc Jacobs black sergeant leather jacket, $895 at Style Bop
Day T-shirts (1) Nico short sleeve tee, $286.65 at Farfetch (2) Maison Martin Margiela printed cotton-jersey t-shirt, $230 at Mr. Porter&nbs... Day T-shirts (1) Nico short sleeve tee, $286.65 at Farfetch (2) Maison Martin Margiela printed cotton-jersey t-shirt, $230 at Mr. Porter (3) Vintage Harley-Davidson eagle tee, $148 at Free People (4) Faith Connexion Jimi Hendrix-print cotton-jersey t-shirt, $210 at Net-a-Porter (5) The House Milwaukee screamin’ eagle tee, $21.99 at The House of Harley
Day Trousers (1) Girl. by Band of Outsiders twill tapered trousers, $315 at Net-a-Porter (2) Thakoon Addition pajama pant, $450 at La Gar&cc... Day Trousers (1) Girl. by Band of Outsiders twill tapered trousers, $315 at Net-a-Porter (2) Thakoon Addition pajama pant, $450 at La Garçonne (3) Helmut Lang solar drape pant, $290 at La Garçonne (4) Miss Selfridge drummer boy pants, $32 at Miss Selfridge (5) Mango wrap tapered trousers, $39.99 at Mango
Day Bags (1) Chloé Alice large leather tote, $1,995 at Nordstrom (2) Express color block faceted turn lock satchel, $69.90 at Express... Day Bags (1) Chloé Alice large leather tote, $1,995 at Nordstrom (2) Express color block faceted turn lock satchel, $69.90 at Express (3) Pour la Victoire Maison tote, $320.99 at 6PM (4) Narciso Rodriguez mixed material medium bowler tote, $2,600 at Barneys (5) 3.1 Phillip Lim 31 hour bag, $795 at 3.1 Phillip Lim
Day Shoes (1) Del Toro black velvet slipper with skull and bones embroidery, $325 at Del Toro Shoes (2) Alexander McQueen skull flat, $645 a... Day Shoes (1) Del Toro black velvet slipper with skull and bones embroidery, $325 at Del Toro Shoes (2) Alexander McQueen skull flat, $645 at Nordstrom (3) Zara skull slippers, $39.99 at Zara (4) Stubbs & Wooton black skull slipper, $400 at Stubbs & Wooton (5) Jon Josef skull slippers, $114.95 at Lori’s Shoes
Night Look Most models use the red carpet to show off their figures in a skin-tight dress that the average person would find impossible to wear. ... Night Look Most models use the red carpet to show off their figures in a skin-tight dress that the average person would find impossible to wear. But Wen takes a cue from Emmanuelle Alt and opts for pants to stand out from the crowd. For mere mortals, a strapless jumpsuit like this one, cinched in at the waist with a gold-accented belt, creates a flattering silhouette, even if you don't happen to be 5'11". Gold sandals and a tiny red python clutch keep the look stylishly minimal.
Night Jumpsuits (1) Charlie Jade strapless jumpsuit, $196 at Shopbop (2) Juicy Couture strapless velvet jumpsuit, $248 at Nordstrom (3)... Night Jumpsuits (1) Charlie Jade strapless jumpsuit, $196 at Shopbop (2) Juicy Couture strapless velvet jumpsuit, $248 at Nordstrom (3) ASOS pleat bust jumpsuit, $87.95 at ASOS (4) Halston Heritage draped strapless jumpsuit, $545 at Net-a-Porter (5) Maje Adrenaline mesh-paneled crepe jumpsuit, $480 at Net-a-Porter
Night Belts (1) Warehouse chevron detail waist belt, $39 at And Other Brands (2) Mango touch leather chains belt, $39.99 at Mango (3) G... Night Belts (1) Warehouse chevron detail waist belt, $39 at And Other Brands (2) Mango touch leather chains belt, $39.99 at Mango (3) Gold bar belt, $28 at Nasty Gal (4) Maison Boinet two tone double wrap belt, $49 at Intermix (5) BCBG Max Azria chain-trim waist belt, $88 at BCBG Max Azria
Night Clutches (1) Stella McCartney clutch, $692.75 at Farfetch (2) Givenchy Tejus  shark tooth clutch, $2,580 at Barneys (3) Tory... Night Clutches (1) Stella McCartney clutch, $692.75 at Farfetch (2) Givenchy Tejus  shark tooth clutch, $2,580 at Barneys (3) Tory Burch evening roll clutch, $295 at Shopbop (4) See by Chloé Anna leather and python-effect clutch, $460 at Net-a-Porter (5) Rebecca Minkoff Fling snake print box clutch, $250 at Neiman Marcus
Night Sandals (1) D Squared Cindy laminato sandal, $650 at Zappos (2) Sam Edelman Abbott sandal, $129.95 at Nordstrom (3) Rebecca Minko... Night Sandals (1) D Squared Cindy laminato sandal, $650 at Zappos (2) Sam Edelman Abbott sandal, $129.95 at Nordstrom (3) Rebecca Minkoff Penny embossed mary jane metallic leather sandals, $325 at Saks Fifth Avenue (4)Michael Antonio Rockford sandals, $45 at Zappos (5) Diane von Furstenberg Jujette sandals, $298 at Zappos
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