The next season of Murder in the Building begins, which means it’s time to put your detective skills to the test once again. Meanwhile, let’s be eager to find out where Mabel Mora got her outfit. The character, played by Selena Gomez, has become something of a modern TV style icon with her collection of brightly colored coats and cozy sweaters from past seasons. Her headphones, orange jacket, and plaid pants were instantly recognizable. Even her bloody white sweater earned her #BloodyMabel fame (at least on the show). Although Only Murders isn’t strictly a fashion-themed show, clothing is essential to Mabel’s prickly character.
“Her whole concept was that her costume was basically a kind of armor,” costume designer Dana Covarrubias previously told ELLE.com. “So she’s using these very bright colors in the same way as animals with brightly colored fur: ‘Be careful. Danger. Leave me alone. Stand back.’ ”
In Season 4, that armor is made of sequins, chic khaki, and more. Here’s how to recreate Mabel’s look for fall.
perfect pink dress
Not sure what to wear to your next wedding? Look to Mabel for inspiration. For Oliver’s wedding in the season 4 finale, she wore a Barbie pink Rebecca Vallance puff-sleeve dress with side slits and subtle fringe detailing. The exact style is sold out online, and Selena was spotted wearing it in May of this year, but you can purchase similar versions from the designer below.
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Rebecca Vallance Niarah Puff Sleeve Gown Dolce Vita Kayli Metallic Gold
Striped sweater (with crocodile coat)
So, is this Mabel’s best coat? In episode 9, she appears wearing a shiny oxblood coat that features a crocodile skin pattern. (We’ve rounded up the designer and budget options below.) She completes her fall-ready ensemble with a striped sweater, leather miniskirt, and two-tone Alohas boots.
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Tom Ford Croc Style Leather Trench Coat Ownwfeat Ownwfeat Women’s Faux PU Leather Jacket Pu Leather Trench Coat Alohas Blaire Two Tone Block Heel Leather Ankle BootsL’Agence Olene Striped Turtleneck
this colorful turtleneck
Mabel also wears fun patterns under her coat. In episode 8, she wears a two-tone geometric top by Simon Miller. She kept the rest of her ensemble very simple, pairing it with twisted hoops and navy pants. Try these options from Missoma and Everlane respectively.
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Simon Miller Women’s Wendell Geometric Mesh Top
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Missoma Twist Tidal Medium Hoop Earrings Everlane The Everywhere Pants
two tone coat
Mabel wraps her bright top in Alice & Olivia’s two-tone coat, a clever twist on the classic trench. While the exact version is sold out online, we’ve found a few similar styles for those looking for a color-block effect.
Mackage Leiko Twill Leather Trench Coat Sacai Two Tone Trench Coat
gingham check cardigan
Mabel Mora may be the queen of coats, but her sweater game isn’t too bad either. On a trip to Long Island with Charles and Oliver, she wears a gingham cardigan (you can buy the navy version below) and pants, a perfect combination for fall.
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Aritcia NEW BRIDGER cargo pants
Mabel’s classic look
Thanks to the photoshoot for Episode 5, Mabel returned to her signature combination of canary yellow sweater and cropped jacket, plaid trousers and boots. She continues to wear the outfit in episode 6, after she and her friends go on the run during a shooting incident. Here are some pieces similar to her ensemble.
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J.Crew Cashmere Classic Fit Crew Neck Sweater Forever 21 Plush Cropped Coat
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Westbourne wool pants
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olive jacket
Mabel may not have worn her patchwork coat for long in Episode 5, but she followed it up with another chic jacket and miniskirt combo. (This is becoming a signature of her.) Over a simple black top, she wore an olive jacket paired with a tweed skirt, tights, and slouchy over-the-knee boots.
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Proenza Schouler White Label Quinn Tweed Jacket Rag & Bone Elsie Metallic Tweed Miniskirt
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Ulla Johnson Carolina Slouch Suede Over-the-Knee Boots
amazing patchwork coat
We know Mabel loves a good fall coat, and this might be her best one yet. It’s a shame that it only appears in the final scene of episode 4, but it’s planned to be worn again this season. Rixo’s exact match is sold out, but the brand is selling similar versions this season. Complete your look with knee-high suede boots like Sam Edelman.
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Sam Edelman Sylvia knee high boots
this shearling jacket
Mabel continues her chic skirt style with this contrast stitch number from Cinq à Sept. But the real star of this outfit is her black shearling jacket, a fall staple. Almost every brand has their own take on the style and this one comes from Simkhai.
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Cinq a Sept Ciara skirt
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Simkhai Charleston JacketRag & Bone Viola Striped Cotton Polo
plaid skirt
In episode 3, Mabel wears an asymmetrical black and white checked skirt with a black cropped jacket, tights, and black platform boots. A more exact match to her skirt (made by Akris) is sold out, but a replacement is available on Amazon. Complete the copycat look with a COS top and Steve Madden boots.
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Cos Boxy Double Face Wool Jacket Credit: COSWatashi Plaid High Waist Mini Skirt Red Wool A-Line Spring Pencil Skirt Steve Madden Charges Black Leather Boots Credit: Steve Madden
cool pleated trench
Mabel wears a chic take on a detective trench coat as she tries to solve the Saz murder. This pleated version by French brand Sandro pairs well with Ganni’s argyle sweater and Rellery’s gold jewelry.
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Sandro Vino Pleated Trench Coat Rellery Mila Hoop Earrings Rellery Marigold Initial Necklace – October Flower
khaki skirt set
In episode 1, Mabel wears business casual to attend a big meeting with Paramount Pictures about potentially turning her podcast “Only Murders in the Building” into a feature film. She joins Oliver (Martin Short) and Charles (Steve Martin), who are wearing tan cropped jackets and matching pleated skirts over black turtlenecks and black tights. She accessorized with chunky gold hoop earrings. Paparazzi caught Gomez photographing her in early March of this year.
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Aritzia Little Cropped Jacket Credit: Aritzia Aritzia Olive Mini Skirt Credit: Aritzia Everlane The Luxe Micro Rib Turtleneck Credit: Everlane Mejri Carved Hoops Credit: Mejri
sparkling sequin dress
Mabel attended a studio party wearing a teal dress covered in sequins. For extra sparkle, she wears dangly earrings with plunging numbers and pins her hair to the side. New Yorkers are well integrated into Hollywood.
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ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN Sequin Embellished Mini Dress Credit: RotateRosantica Sofia Crystal Drop Earrings
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Credit: Rosantica
Bonus: Eva Longoria’s take on Mabel
Longoria, one of many guest stars this season, has been cast as Mabel in the film and will appear as herself in the first episode. Dressed in character, she puts her own spin on the look with a beanie, orange jacket and headphones, this time wearing an orange cocktail dress. If you want a more appealing portrayal of Mabel, look no further than the Hollywood version.
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Corvelle Ginger Cropped Faux Fur Jacket Credit: House of CBMadilyn Linen Dress Credit: ReformationBeats Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Canceling On-Ear Headphones
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Credit: BeatsConnectyle Connectyle Knit Cuffed Beanie HatCredit: Amazon
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Erika Gonzalez is ELLE.com’s senior culture editor, overseeing coverage of television, film, music, books and more. She was previously the editor of HarpersBAZAAR.com. There’s a 75% chance she’s listening to Lorde right now.
