An unexpected development requires Lara to shed her utilitatian field garb and dress for an even more dangerious situation - a formal corporate party, Every situation demands special attire, and her sleek cocktail dress (a gift from a famous Italian designer she discretely refuses to name) is the perfect choice for the setting. It restricts her behavior to what's appropriate for proper social gatherings, of course - affording no place to hide gear or weapons - but if the situation turns violent or physical, she has hidden assets that are more than up to the challenge.

Losing your seat at 120kph becomes a more more survivable prospect - though never a pleasant one - in the comfort of properly fitted leather gear.

Clothing is as important to Lara as any gear she might carry, and in the colder climes of the world, nothing beats a heavy but stylish parka (though she's never been fond of hoods unless absolutely necessary). But temperature can be a fickle thing, so she usually tries to dress in layers to adapt to her ever-changing circumstances.