Chances are you’re an ultimate multitasker at work. Going from meetings to brainstorm sessions to power lunches to client dinner and drinks is all in a day’s work. With all the hats you have to wear in your 9 to 5 life, why shouldn’t your wardrobe serve multiple tasks?

That’s where Cole Haan comes in. They’ve somehow managed to pack in all the refined style that the professional setting demands, while still looking very of-the-moment.

Here are a few of our favorite pieces from the Cole Haan Fall 2012 collection that effortlessly go from work to after-work cocktails. After all, when your calendar is packed to the brim, who has time to go home?

Women's: 1. Cole Haan Zoe Structured Satchel, 2. Cole Haan Chelsea Pump, 3. Cole Haan Cassidy Bootie, 4. Cole Haan Crosby Shopper, 5. Cole Haan Chelsea Open-toe Pump, 6. Cole Haan Zoe Haircalf Izzie Clutch

Men's: 7. Cole Haan Air Colton Saddle, 8. Cole Haan Air Colton Winter Chukka, 9. Cole Haan Air Colton Casual Wing Tip

If you’re like me and love spending fast-paced weekends in the big city, you know the importance of balancing comfort and chic style. Big cities usually mean lots of walking, so make sure you’re armed with stylish pieces that won’t make those city commutes a pain!

Check out some of my favorite city picks and click to shop any of the items you see on the video! How easy is that?

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Urban life has its share of advantages: trendy hotspots, energetic environment, and dynamic lifestyle. But city living also poses a few challenges like public transport, rush hour traffic and higher costs of living. Treading the urban landscape takes not only bold strides in lifestyle, it takes keen fashion sense. Here, we highlight some casual style essentials for the upscale urbanite. After all, when you live in a fashion-conscious city, style doesn’t take a day off.

Modern-meets-retro: when it comes to casual urban clothing, go for pieces that are simple and sleek, but with a dose of retro. The adidas Y-3 Nomad Jacket is a fresh example of utilitarian style with a bold twist. Interesting twists on classics are also a great way to achieve the urban-chic look. Take the adidas by Stella McCartney Cover Up Gym Sweater for example; its classic simplicity makes it a great closet staple.

City Kicks: Keep those daily walking commutes comfortable with a pair of sleek sneakers like the adidas Y-3 Honja Classic for men, or the superbly sporty adidas by Stella McCartney Thallo Ballerina flats.

Utilitarian bags: A busy life comes with lots of stuff. Keep your essentials squared away in a simple messenger tote like the adidas Y-3 Toile Porter or a sleek and roomy nylon backpack like adidas by Stella Mccartney backpack.