Thanks to ShopStyle and Michael Kors for partnering on this post!

With the arrival of fall comes cooling temps and a little something I like to call “Party Pants Season.” You know the ones — leather pants, suede leggings, corduroy trousers, and even *ahem* satin wide-legs. Dresses are great, but sometimes during cozy season, I just don’t feel like I want to shimmy into a pair of tights and/or expose my legs to winter’s wrath. Instead, I turn to a pair of dressy slacks like these satin wide-leg pants from Michael Kors. The high waist and tailored pleats flatter every body type and the silky satin makes your whole look appear dressy, even paired with a simple black knit. This black sweater actually has a v-neck in the front and the back because there’s nothing actually basic about Michael Kors’ basics. Add a faux fur vest and a sleek handbag from the brand’s new Parker Collection, and you’re ready for everything from a corporate boardroom to cocktail hour.