Maye Musk
Getty ImagesWho: Canadian-South African model and dietitian, mom to Elon Musk and two other children.
The lesson: Statement earrings are non-negotiable.
Get the look: Paco Rabanne earrings, $430, matchesfashion.com.
Maxine Waters
Getty ImagesWho: Congresswoman, U.S. Representative for California
The lesson: A smart jacket should never be underestimated.
Get the look: Jonathan Simkhai blazer, $278, net-a-porter.com.
Lauren Hutton
Getty ImagesWho: Model and actress.
The lesson: Seventies insouciance is always in style.
Get the look: Cinq a Sept jacket, $371, farfetch.com.
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Carmen Dell'Orefice
Getty ImagesWho: Model, booked her first cover at age 15.
The lesson: Pick a signature color.
Get the look: Gucci top, $1,700, farfetch.com.
Angela Bassett
Tibrina Hobson//Getty ImagesWho: Actress, director, producer, and activist.
The lesson: Statement earrings without all the noise are chic and classy.
Get the look: Emily P. Wheeler earrings $5,900, emilypwheeler.com.
Charlotte Rampling
Getty ImagesWho: British actress.
The lesson: Menswear-inspired looks can be sexier than the littlest dress.
Get the look: Max Mara jacket, $867, net-a-porter.com.
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Carolina Herrera
Getty ImagesWho: Venezuelan designer and philanthropist.
The lesson: A white button-down is an evening staple.
Get the look: Kotn top, $68, us.kotn.com.
Iman
Getty ImagesWho: Beauty company founder, model, philanthropist.
The lesson: Prove your metal in major metallics.
Get the look: Marie France Van Damme kaftan, $510, net-a-porter.com.
Helen Mirren
Getty ImagesWho: British actress and philanthropist.
The lesson: Don't shy from vibrant shades.
Get the look: The Row sweater, $534, hm.com.
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Rekha
Getty ImagesWho: Indian film actress.
The lesson: Be as ornate as you want to be.
Get the look: Simone Rocha bag, $690, modaoperandi.com.
Diane Keaton
Getty ImagesWho: Actress and philanthropist.
The lesson: Black and white is always right.
Get the look: Altuzarra skirt, $747.50, net-a-porter.com.
Iris Apfel
Getty ImagesWho: Interior designer, philanthropist, style influencer.
The lesson: More is more is more if you're confident.
Get the look: Prada coat, $3,530, farfetch.com.
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Pat Cleveland
Getty ImagesWho: Model and philanthropist.
The lesson: Maintain your flare for drama.
Get the look: Gucci jacket, $2,550, net-a-porter.com.
Jane Fonda
Getty ImagesWho: Actress, activist, philanthropist.
The lesson: A good tailor is the best investment.
Get the look: Joseph trousers, $325, net-a-porter.com.
Linda Rodin
Getty ImagesWho: Philanthropist and founder Rodin Olio Lusso.
The lesson: Looking cool doesn't need to come at the cost of comfort.
Get the look: FitFlop sneakers, $100, nordstrom.com.
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Yoko Ono
Getty ImagesWho: Artist and philanthropist.
The lesson: A great hat is always in style.
Get the look: Sensi Studio hat, $120, net-a-porter.com.
Jaclyn Palermo is a Fashion Editor with the Hearst Fashion Group, specializing in accessories. Standing under 5 feet, she’s never afraid to make a big fashion statement, preferably at an art opening, and is always on the hunt for the perfect vintage home find in Brooklyn. Follow her on Instagram@j_palermo.
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