"I'll take it in every color."

I've found that when you live with someone else, your styles start to influence each other and mesh. This is why I'm of the opinion that it's essential to have a partner with good taste... It may not be your taste, but it has to be good taste. You can mix up good taste and still not look like a jackass.

My husband has converted me into an "I'll take it in every color" shopper. Or at the bare minimum, I purchase two different colors of the same style. I'm peeking over at my closet right now: identical v-neck cashmere sweaters in grey and black, merino wool thermals in black and red, ballet flats with grosgrain ribbon trim in black and nude, velvet legging jeans in espresso and teal, western snap button plaid shirts, tees with rosette embellishments in chartreause and coral...

Some might find this lazy or hoarderish. As a former stylist, I argue that it is efficient. You wear a flattering silhouette dozens of ways by mixing and matching... and without giving it any serious thought. That's more time to think about accessorizing.

So when you find a style you like, do you stock up on every color? Or do you prefer to keep each piece unique?

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I think it is admirable to have a recognizable style... Anna Wintour has her signature bob, sunglasses and impeccably tailored clothing. Karl Lagerfeld has his driving gloves, leather tie and high collared white dress shirts. But what's the fine line between having a signature look and looking dated? Carmen Electra and Paris Hilton, I'm looking at you.

What are your thoughts?