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This Karen Millen piece embodies sophisticated craftsmanship that transitions effortlessly from daytime celebrations to evening affairs

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Evening Coats As you can see in this photo of strategic consultant and author Helen Nonini, nothing makes an outfit look more put together and expensive than an evening coat

The longer length also balances the two-piece silhouette, keeping it sophisticated rather than playful