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For Parisian designer Anne Fontaine, chic begins with the perfect white blouse. You'll notice every variation on the theme at her three Manhattan boutiques—all light-filled, petite, modern spaces with sleek shelving and Euro-pop on the sound system. In addition to belted, zip-front, see-through, sleeveless, and cut-out versions of the staple shirt, Fontaine offers a smart collection of casual separates and office-appropriate looks each season. — Carolyn Murnick

Season-end clearance sales in January and July.