Summertime brings out the little girl in all of us: bubble-gum pink, flirty skirts, puffed sleeves.

But when the air cools and the leaves turn, you yearn for something a bit more grown-up.

Young designer Katie Zorn offers a reprieve from the frills with her sleek pieces. Her fall/winter collection features strong lines with a feminine twist: dramatic capes, dresses with surprising details, and formfitting suits in rich wines and inky blacks. Risque enough to appeal to your youthful side yet sophisticated enough to satisfy your classic impulses.

It’s like giving your sartorial inner child a much-needed, well-earned rest.

Until next spring. When she’s ready to come back out and play.

To see styles, go to katiezorn.net. To place an order, call 646-645-9273 or e-mail kzorn@katiezorn.net.