CAPED CRUSADER

Make the cape the superhero of your wardrobe. Here’s how to wear the trans-seasonal topper for any occasion. BY JULIA MCEWEN

BRUNCH BOUND For an easy daytime look, take a cue from the boys and pair menswear-inspired pants with oxfords. A wide-brimmed hat and leather tee provide a touch of cool.

Pants, $80, lechateau.com. Earrings, $25; hat, $50; express.com. Jones New York leather tee, $99, thebay.com. Shellys London oxfords, $110, littleburgundyshoes.com.

COTTAGE CASUAL Embrace the outdoorsy feel of a cape in a slouchy knit hat and lumberjack plaid. The combo makes for a relaxed yet polished weekend look. Buffalo

check shirt, $33, old navy.ca. Nike sneakers, $120, littleburgundy shoes.com. Hat, $36, obey clothing.com. Jeans, $39, joefresh.com.

THE TREND

Cape, $248, anntaylor.com.

SWANKY SOIRÉE Dress up this dramatic topper for evening with a feminine silhouette, moody autumnal blooms and oxblood accents. Dress, $495,

tedbaker-london.com. Bag, $55, aldoshoes.com. Drop earrings, $18, lechateau.com. Shoes, $98, express.com. POWER LUNCH This waist-cinching cape serves as a coat and blazer when paired with a leopard-print pencil skirt and a denim shirt—a fun ofthe-moment contrast.

Shirt, $79, anntaylor.com. Skirt, $35, oldnavy.ca. Necklace, $60, lechateau.com. Pumps, $45, callitspring.com.

“Choose simple and structured pieces to offset the drama and volume of a cape.”