Hilary Duff's 10 Style Secrets!

trusts her style sense – enough to go it on her own. “I’m not currently working with a stylist. I have been lucky to work with many great ones and learn what I like, how to put things together and what works for my body.” The exception? “I only work with a stylist if I have no time, am going on a press junket and need many, many outfits. Or, if I need an amazing dress for a big event!”

Why take fashion so seriously? For this native Texan, it’s all about “having fun and just playing with your clothes to make them look different and wear them many ways.”

Like many stylish stars, Hilary knows exactly what works for her busy lifestyle. “Leggings, high-heel ankle booties and some kind of interesting, but simple, top. And always a scarf. I tend to have a few layers going on, so either with a sweater or with a leather jacket.”

“I used to only wear a smoky eye when I felt a bit tough, but lately I’ve been into a soft eye with a fierce lip color!,” Hilary tells StyleWatch. And she’s right on trend with the season’s moodier shades. “I’m always into red, but I’ve been liking deep purple, plum colors too!”

A form-fitting pencil silhouette is key. Duff admits, “I always feel sexy in a pencil skirt. It feels old school and dressed up. You can pair it with anything.”

Hilary never forgets to accessorize, explaining to People StyleWatch that she loves big earrings and scarves. I have so many, it’s getting out of control. I probably have 60 scarves!”

It’s all about the details for this star. “I love volume and that’s what I look for when buying them! Great prints and textures are also important,” like this Yigal Azrouel plaid wrap.

“Nice bags and shoes! I’m constantly on the go so having a great bag can really make a simple outfit look great.” The petite star adds “it’s important if you’re 5’2” like me to have a pretty decent-size heel.”

Hilary may invest on certain wardrobe staples (like her Hermés Birkin), but says she skimps on “layering tanks, tees and sometimes cardigans and sweaters. They are only good for so long anyway, you might as well splurge somewhere else!”

“Perfume! I have so many and always wear something different.” Duff, who launched her own signature scent, With Love…Hilary Duff, in 2006, explains, “It sets the mood for day or night.”