Wendy Franzen of Fletcher & Fork

Floaty florals and soft silhouettes lend modern elegance to autumn’s effortless, investment-worthy staples.

SMILE WITH YOUR EYES LOCAL BUSINESS owner Jennifer Bobay continually faced challenges finding makeup that was not irritating or harmful to her sensitive skin. Her quest for quality makeup with gentle ingredients led her to launch Jar Bar Makeup in 2014. The complete mineral makeup line is free of parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, bismuth chloride,

THE WARM CAST that nature takes on as we shift into autumn is reflected in September’s guest room arrangement. Summer’s cool brights—pinks, purples, blues—are replaced by deep yellows and soft apricots, warm saffrons and rusted reds. Small, sturdy sunflowers in a rustic vessel anchor this arrangement, while balls of golden drumstick flower (craspedia), coneflower centers,

THE VERY BEST BASIC to invest in this fall is a timeless, go-with-everything overcoat. This classic double face cashmere coat by luxury American sportswear designer Adam Lippes ticks all the sleek, chic boxes. Crafted from sumptuous zibelline cashmere with patch pockets, a slender collar, and room to layer, Lippes’ elegant yet unfussy staple is the