This week we're showing you how to turn something from basic to date-night sexy. It's all about having the right essentials in your closet. In this case, a basic crewneck sweater (think J.Crew or Lands' End) and a skinny black jean (could be Paige denim or GAP). I created two looks from the basics--both use leather.

In the first one, I added a swingy leather skirt and a sexy boot. For look two, I added a wrap top in leather and a bootie. Very downtown, very chic. Hope this inspires you to look at your basics in new ways.

Day to Night Transitions by momtrends featuring kate spade handbags

Iris & Ink cashmere sweater / Helmut Lang / Paige Denim , $295 / BCBG Max Azria a line leather skirt / Charlotte Olympia flat shoes, $620 / Sergio Rossi leather boots / Stella McCartney high heels / Kate Spade handbag / Silver star necklace, $60 / Zara black stone necklace

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