Do yourself a favor…

Start shopping for fall! I just returned from a two week vacation and lots of NYC job hunting, so I hope you haven’t been too bored! Mercedes Benz fashion week is just around the corner and we will already know what to buy for next season so it is really time to get out there and stock up your fall and winter wardrobes. 

As I reported after Spring Fashion Week 2008, there are lots of great trends this season:

• Greys, Purples, & Berries
• Lace, Florals & Feathers
• Platform Heels & Booties
• Constructed Jackets & Tailored Pants
• Geometric Shapes

I have compiled items for each of these hot fall trends:

Greys, Purples & Berries

BCBG Jersey Sweater

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Via Spiga Double Breasted Trench Coat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lace, Florals & Feathers

Rebecca Taylor Lace-Top Silk Dress

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

        

Michael Kors Floral Print Pencil Skirt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beth Lauren Metal Feather Necklace

Platform Heels & Booties

Nine West Citygirl Platform Heel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Marciano Greek Bootie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Constructed Jackets & Tailored Pants

Halogen Crop Jacket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   BCBG Camilla Wool trouser

Geometric Shapes

Black Halo 2-in-1 Geometrical Dress

  

Herve Leger One-Shoulder Bandage Dress

Style on a Budget

As I get ready to move to one of the most expensive cities in the world, I am preparing to put my clothing expenses on a tight budget. As I was looking around Target for some things for my upcoming trip, I strolled through the shoe section just to see what they had to offer. To my surprise, I found a few pairs of shoes already on sale that are very fall-fashionable. 

Compare:

 

 

 

Women’s Mossimo® Vergie

Peep-Toe Booties 

Black Patent Leather

$29.99  Target

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nine West “Papoose” 

Peep-Toe Pump

$89.00 NineWest

 

 

 

 

 

Mossimo® Valentina

Peep-Toe Booties  

 

Dark Pewter

$26.99  Target

 

 

 

 

 

Nine West “Lovenyc”

Peep-Toe Booties

Metallic Purple

$99.00 Nine West

 

 

 

 

 

I also found a shoe deal on DSW online. This pair of Nicole Miller peep-toe pumps is very similar to a pair of Alexander McQueen shoes- the highlights on the Nicole Miller shoes are black patent leather rather than the gold highlights on the Alexander McQueen pumps, but they are both beautiful pairs of shoes:

Nicole Miller “Oriela”

Satin & Patent Platform

$79.95

DSW Online

 

 

 

 

Alexander McQueen 

Peep-Toe Pump

$879.00 Zappos Couture Online

A Dark Cloud Comes Over Our Closets

I have gladly worn dresses the last 3 summer seasons. Form flattering, fun, and comfortable, dresses are a great way to show off femininity and a great pair of heels. Unfortunately, the fashion gods have officially declared their doom. According to the fashion editors, stylists, and designers who make and create trend forecasts, dresses will officially drop off of the style radar by the end of August. The styles that will be replacing the dresses are going to be more tailored with wide leg pants, and a continuance of the high waist on bottoms. One of my favorite outfits I have seen in this style was by Ralph Lauren. This look was created for his 40th anniversary line. While most of us will not be wearing this tuxedo-like style, this outfit emphasizes the feel of fall fashion. If you just aren’t ready to let go and are still looking for a dress to wear this spring or summer, go for small floral prints.