#ItsRequired to Stay Fly - When you are a professional woman of a certain age like Mary Jane, there are certain items that you should have on hand at all times to look good and be able to take your look from day to night in a split second. Check out some of our favorite looks and be sure to catch Being Mary Jane on Tuesday at 10P/9C!1. A Great PurseThis week you'll see a purse similar to this Fendi bag that Mary Jane shows off as part of her arm candy collection. It's classy and sophisticated, but remember that this pop of color can breathe life into any amazing outfit taking it from an eight to a ten!(Photo: Fendi)
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2. Little Black Dress - Every closet needs a lbd or five, but just to be clear, your little black dress shouldn't be too short. Why? Because with the perfect style and length you can wear it to the office, and then transition into the diva that is ready to take the night after 5pm on any night of the week. #ItsRequired that every woman has a little black dress that can go from day to night without blinking an eye. (Photo: dendong/Getty Images)
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3. Stunt A Little - Everyone loves Mary Jane's style because it's sophisticated and sexy like Joan's was on Mara Brock Akil's show, Girlfriends. What else made Joan and her girlfriends stand out? Those Christian Louboutin heels. Now, if you don't have it like that, don't stunt like you do, just get a sexy black or nude heel that can go with almost anything. If you are ballin' and not on a budget, splurge on the classic brand and make it all about the "red bottoms."(Photo: Christian Louboutin)
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4. Get Trenched - For the wintertime you need a peacoat and in the summer, you don't need any coat at all, but in the spring and beginning of fall you will need something to keep you warm during some of the chilly moments, so get a trench coat. Trench coats always work the best in grey or tan because you can work the colors in with any outfit that you wear. #ItsRequired to have one as a closet essential that'll work in two seasons instead of just one.(Photo: Burberry)
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5. Pucker Up - You should always let your natural beauty shine through and keep a fresh, clean face. However, if you are feeling a bit frisky, apply a red lip to show just how bold you really are. Besides, every girl looks great it a red lip--it's classic!(Photo: Courtesy of MAC)
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