Harper's Bazaar September 2013

THE START OF A NEW SEASON is always exciting—it's a chance to revamp your wardrobe and debut your latest looks. But transitions can also pose challenges: Which shoes work with those new wide-legged pants? Can you pull off tights with mid-calf skirts? (Probably not.) That's why we've packed this issue with fashion know-how, covering all the latest trends and how to wear them. We divulge 10 easy tricks to update your style (belts are a huge help) (page 218), show you fall's 10 key pieces (you'll want to invest in a round-shouldered jacket) (page 301), and share designer Derek Lam's tips for modern dressing (hint: try a cape) (page 355). Then we analyze the biggest hits in footwear and handbags—flat and stack-heeled boots, cuddly clutches and top-handle bags, respectively—and what…

The not-so-basic turtleneck Céline top.212-535-3703. The minimalist necklace Céline necklace, $650. Saks Fifth Avenue; 877-551-7257. The below-the-knee skirt Altuzarra skirt, $1,050. Bergdorf Goodman; 888-774-2424. The portfolio clutch Stella McCartney clutch, $1,865. Similar styles available at shopBAZAAR.com. The marbleized pump Balenciaga pump, $775. Similar styles available at Neiman Marcus; 888-888-4757. The graphic coat Narciso Rodriguez coat, $3,995. shopBAZAAR.com. The little black vest J Brand vest, $895. Neiman Marcus.…

IT GIRL From her legendary stint as Carrie Bradshaw on Sex and the City to her reign on the red carpet, our September cover star has never lacked for style. In this issue she kicks off her shoes and, with signature grace and ease, models the best of the fall collections, shot by Terry Richardson. And as an ode to her effortless elegance, we've rounded up our favorite looks from SJP's past year in fashion. Get inspired. Gucci dress, $3,000. 800-234-8224. Jennifer Zeuner earrings, $110. jenniferzeuner.com. Giles & Brother rings, $75 each. gilesandbrother.com. Gianvito Rossi shoes, $895. Barneys New York; 888-8-BARNEYS. Lele Sadoughi bracelet, $285. shopBAZAAR.com. YOUR FALLFASHION GUIDE • THE BEST CLOTHES, SHOES, BAGS, AND ACCESSORIES ONLINE • WHAT OUR EDITORS ARE BUYING NOW • TIPS AND TRICKS FOR…

OUR SEPTEMBER ISSUE, the largest issue in our history, is a perfect opportunity to say thank you to Bazaar's incredible roster of contributors. In advance of JAR creator Joel Arthur Rosenthal's exhibition at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, we shot his jewelry on supermodel Stella Tennant—the first time he has allowed his pieces to be photographed on a model. Tennant also wrote about Rosenthal, and Lynn Barber snagged a rare interview with him, while Kacper Kasprzyk took the photographs. Robert Longo created unforgettable art for Dior creative director Raf Simons, and Joan Juliet Buck found out what makes him tick. Jeff Koons muses about his obsession with René Magritte, and Richard Burbridge shot a series of fashion photographs inspired by the Surrealist master and styled by Robbie Spencer. Valentino…

Sarah Jessica Parker has a pinch of fashion fairy dust; she is New York's Tinker Bell. But if you take it from her, she's "prone to mismatching and breaking the rules." A style hero since her Sex and the City days, Sarah Jessica still occasionally mirrors her alter ego, Carrie Bradshaw, whether through their shared love of Manolos (Which kind? "The high ones") or vintage shopping. SJP's style is about combining the fantastical with the understated, and she also wears basics with bravura—specifically "a Calvin Klein sheer tank from 1998" and her Level 99 jeans. She's happiest with her hair pinned up in a bun, a bit of Dior Addict lip gloss on, and the smooth, brassy sound of Trombone Shorty on her iPod. As for favorite designers? She is…

At the end of summer I start to get excited about planning my dream wardrobe for fashion month. Alexander Wang's silver bracelets for Balenciaga (1) are at the top of my list. They're enough to have me thinking about switching to silver from my standard gold jewelry. This cozy 3.1 Phillip Lim turtleneck (2) is perfect for layering under a coat or a jacket. Pearls are back this season, and I love the mix of black and white in these studs from Dior (3). They're not overly sweet. I'm coveting Givenchy's Birkenstock-style sandals (4)—an old favorite reimagined. A Céline tote (5) is ideal for carrying all my essentials from show to show, and so chic! Proenza's round-shouldered wool bouclé coat (6) is the silhouette of the season. This Cartier ring…