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Pile On!

The morning routine: Throw object at throbbing alarm clock. Gaze blankly at contents of closet. Sigh, blink, dig in.

Emerge wearing three scarves, a pair of tights, a tube sock, and a fez.

Not exactly the result you were looking for. But at least you have an appreciation for layering.

Brush up on your technique with Tehen and Poles. Go ahead: Pile on the Parisian tanks, tops, shells, sweaters, and jackets — and you’ll still keep from looking like a wacky bag lady. (More like sweet wood nymph meets bad-ass biker chick.) That’s because the collection encourages a laissez-faire attitude when mixing feminine, romantic pieces with edgier tanks and extra-long-sleeve tops.

Sure, a pointelle sweater looks great with a sheer button-down. A chunky capelet and a delicate shirred-sleeve top make quite the pair. A long woolen sweater with a jumbo pin can be wrapped around any outfit.

Unfortunately, not much will change about your morning routine.

Except the outcome.


Available at bShehu, 113 South 13th Street (215-574-1300 or bshehu-boutique.com).