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Home • Fashion

Layer it Up

When the weather gets cold, ditch the traditional heavy coat and have fun mixing and matching with scarves and jackets!
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Lovely Layers

Actress and TV personality Aisha Tyler pairs pinstripe pants with a long silk top, off-white jacket and a bold necklace.

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Cover Up

Ashanti wraps up in a stylish Louis Vuitton scarf.

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Boho Chic

Estelle opts for a cape-like black sweater for a bohemian look.

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Layered Lady

Vanessa Williams, on the set of “Ugly Betty,” pairs a short sleeved belted coat with a fur stole and long-sleeved dress.

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Stripped and Soft

Joy Bryant adds a long-sleeved striped jacket to her hazel covered knit dress and black tights.

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Black Out

Rihanna is the epitome of grown up glam! Here, she pairs a sweater jacket with a metallic scarf and fitted black pants that feature a sexy drape. The plaid pumps add to the drama.

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Party Perfect

Amerie pairs denim and a tank top with a shrunken sequined jacket. Note: Perfect look for the holidays.

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Boss Tweed

Always picture perfect while on the go, Beyonce pairs a plain t-shirt with a three quarter length tweed jacket and a cream beret.

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WIld Thing

Ever the rock star, Rihanna hits the streets in leggings, a long striped tee and a fur vest.

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Wrapped Up

Mariah Carey steps out with her hubby Nick Cannon in platform peek-a-boo heels, leggings and a belted kimono style jacket.

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Covered and Cool

Keri Hilson pairs her stone washed denim with multiple t-shirts, houndstooth scarf and a bell sleeved jacket.

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Floetry

Kelly Rowland matches her long black and white tie dye scarf with a shrunken fitted jacket for a sexy, cool look.

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Comfort Class

Halle Berry is airport ready in her blue jeans, brightly patterned scarf and long jacket.

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Feminine Fair

Fashionista June Ambrose pairs her baggy, men’s style slacks with a long patterned jacket and platform pumps.

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