The essentials: Double-breasted coats, glazed leather jackets, cigarette pants, knit cardigans, silky colorblocked tops and dresses, monochromatic pantsuits, petal skirts, lace gloves, black tights, patent boots and belts.

The palette: Black, white, gray, chocolate, tan, pink, fuchsia, blue.

Bottom line: Chai's beautifully embellished line combined '40s glamour with a cool '80s vibe.