There are three different definitions of correct clothing fit, namely “body con”, “oversized” and “tailored”. A body con fit is extra tight, whereas the oversized fit is roomy, boxy and sometimes slouchy. A tailored fit is structured, thereby achieving a balance between snug and roomy. 

We’ll be extra busy over the next six weeks with holiday prep, parties, finishing stuff off at work, hosting guests, and eating all sorts of yummy food. “Holiday time”, as it is known in the US might mean altering your outfit choices because it’s such a hectic, food-focused, and often dressier time of year. We have to balance being comfortable busy bees with the appropriate occasion. So this poll is holiday-specific, meaning that you’ll choose a team based on the clothing fit that you will sport the most frequently from now until New Years Day. 

I have all three fits represented in my wardrobe, although tailored and oversized fits are by far the most represented. For the next six weeks, I will still be wearing tight turtle necks and skinnies, but have no interest in wearing my body con midi dresses and skirts. My holiday outfit will not be body con either. I will be wearing the heck out of all my tailored trousers, flared skirts, jackets, coats and pullovers. I will also frequently wear my oversized trousers, jeans and knitwear. And wearing oversized clothing on Thanksgiving day is a very good idea. 

I first thought I was Team Tailored all the way. But my tailored clothing tends to be on the roomy side and I’m often combining tailored and oversized fits in one outfit these days. So I guess this poll puts me back on the bench because I can’t pick a side. We are having a feast of veggie burgers with all the fixings, sun-dried tomato and chili pasta, hot fudge sundaes and a beverage of your choice if you need to sit this one out too. I highly recommend wearing an oversized fit to our bench party. 

Over to you. Will you be batting for Team Tailored, Team Body Con or Team Oversized Fit over the next six weeks? Tell us why and no batting for both teams.

I vote yay. To me fingerless gloves are like peep toe booties and shooties for your hands. I don’t have a pair yet but plan to have a word with Father Christmas about filling this fun wardrobe gap. 

The glove itself adds an eye-catching textural element to an outfit, while the exposure of fingers adds an extra interesting dimension. Fingerless gloves come in all sorts of lengths, weights, colours, fabrications, textures and patterns. Some styles are dressy — think velvet, leather, faux fur and lace. Some styles are casual — think chunky knits, distressed leather, studs and zippers. 

Fingerless gloves are often purely decorative because they don’t keep your hands warm, although some styles provide insulation. Exposed fingers are useful for typing, opening your bag and wallet, or using your touchscreen phone, which makes the concept a very practical one too. And long fingerless gloves magically add length to a too short sleeve. But when the goal is to keep your hands warm, proper gloves are the way to go. 

There is no end to the concept of “arm candy” in fashion right now, and this borrowed from the ’80s silhouette is yet another option. Do you vote yay or nay?

Here are two items that went down well with my clients last week. The one is a dressy, ladylike wool coat with bright gold trim. The other one’s a casual, masculine, military inspired jacket made of a waxed cotton that is machine washable. 

• Double Cloth Great Coat: A modern classic wool coat that’s warm and always looks chic. Absolutely gorgeous in the dark navy option. If I hadn’t just bought an ink blue coat, this would be a strong contender because of its crisp and versatile integrity. 

• Downtown Field Jacket: Perfect for mild Autumn and Winter weather in a casual setting. The hidden waist tab allows for some waist adjustment, although it’s still quite a boyish and boxy jacket. Both olive and navy colour options are fab. 

It’s fantastic to see coat and jacket options in colours and neutrals besides black and grey this season. My clients and I are rejoicing. Long may it last.

I’m conflicted about sporty puffy vests (or “body warmers” as I grew up calling them). I wore them a lot as a child and teen when I went horse riding, so I think of them as authentic equestrian sports gear and not fashion. Also, they are often worn very casually here in Seattle along with gear like t-shirts, fleece, yoga pants and Keens. This is not a fab look to my eye unless you’re going for a power walk or attending a sporting event. 

The photos below illustrate how I like puffy vests worn best: with a good dose of trendy fashion. Some of the looks are casual whereas others are more dressed up. Some vests are very puffy while others are less so. Some are neutral and some are bright. 

Try wearing a puffy vest in a less outdoorsy way by creating a less expected juxtaposition of ensemble items. Mix in a bit of glam and texture. For example, layer a puffy vest over head to toe denim matched with pointy toe pumps. Wear it with on trend sweat pants and booties. With leather pants and heeled oxfords. With a sparkly skirt. Over a dress with leg warmers and boots. With tailored trousers and a cashmere sweater. Over a silky blouse with shooties. With slouchy trousers and heeled sandals. Take the puffy vest out of its sporty box.  

Would you wear a puffy vest, and if so how would you wear it? Do you like the way puffy vests are being worn in the outfits shown here?