2010 Fall Top Trends to follow:
• Faux leather crop biker coats in beige and black.
• Oversized eco-friendly hoodies and loungewear.
• Vintage-inspired casual wear. Highlights for fall include these contemporary pieces: military-inspired coats and jackets, leather or faux leather jackets, mixed metal statement jewelry, jeggings, clogs, and boots.
And these classics: trench coats, chain handbags, ladylike pumps and dresses, pant suits and feminine blouses.
Here’s a closer look at what’s out there for fall:
Animal prints: Sure they have been around forever, but fans will be spotting them on everything from pumps to evening wear. You’ll find animal prints in plenty of realistic colors as well as a few surprises, such as a leopard print in tones of green.
Dresses: If a dress is on your shopping list, there’s no reason to wait. Styles range from solid shirt-dresses to patterned sheaths to longer flowing styles.
Vests: An instant update, we say, and one that can be found in all price ranges. Some styles are lightweight and cascading for a draped look. Others are made of –or accented with –faux fur (really!).
Another option is a sleeveless jacket, a smart piece for early fall that will transition into colder weather.
Stripes: If plaids aren’t your thing, stripes are no longer reserved just for spring and summer. A striped shirt makes a versatile layering piece.
Leggings: They’re still popular and available in all sorts of colors and fabrics, including sueded materials and lace. Jeggings and textured tights are other options.
Full skirts: Fitted at the waist, flared, unabashedly feminine. Some are hemmed above the knee; others are longer. A tip from InStyle: Balance your flouncy skirt with a fitted top rather than a loose one.
Leather: Both real and faux. A leather jacket can be worn with denim but also with satin.
Cardigans: Always popular, but the freshest-looking cardigans are long and/or patterned.
Ladylike handbags: Vintage inspired handbags with a handle or two are replacing the large, heavily embellished bags of recent history, reports the Associated Press.
A special top: Just what you need for all your basic pieces. It might be a shimmering shell with pleated detailing or a sequin-splattered tank.
Monochromatic looks: Wearing neutrals in similar hues but different textures and fabrics is one way to go for fall.
Layered Look with Leggings and Cardigans
Leggings and cardigans can be worn in a casual manner for a day of shopping and hanging out with friends or put together in a more sophisticated manner for a day of meetings at the office. It all depends on the particular pieces being worn and how they are layered together.
Black leggings are truly the best option for a day at the office. Pair them with a tunic, loose flowing long blouse or tulle trimmed tank top. Add a sleek ribbed cardigan, a large gemstone necklace and clasped gemstone bracelet to complete the look.
For a day with friends almost anything goes! Wear colorful or patterned leggings with a solid colored loose fitting tank top, blouse or shirt and a long yet fitted blazer. Add some chunky gemstone jewelry and a large matching bag and the outfit will pop with style.
The Timeless Tuxedo Jacket
A tuxedo jacket is similar to the boyfriend blazer however it has a more sophisticated appeal. The tailored look of the tuxedo jacket means it is slightly more versatile and provides more options with regards to how it can be worn. While most women would not wear a boyfriend jacket to work the tuxedo jacket is definitely something that can be worn in the office.
Pair a tuxedo jacket with a short skirt or cocktail dress, a thick black belt and peep toe heels for a night on the town. Try wearing it with a pair of skinny jeans, a t-shirt and knee high slouchy boots for a day of shopping. For the office, a tuxedo jacket can be worn with a pair of slim fitting colorful pants, sleek black high heel pumps, a white blouse and an oversize necklace. The tuxedo jacket is a truly versatile and stunning fashion piece that can be worn in a variety of stunning and stylish ways.
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