Must Have's For Fall 2008

Ten Fall Trends That You Will Love to Wear

1. Romantic-


Show off your feminine side with soft florals, ruffles and velvets. The romantic look works best when in small moderation, for example a ruffled blouse paired with a menswear suit or a soft floral dress grounded with a leather belt and pumps.

2. Military Coats -

Pop on a multi – buttoned military jacket or coat this season to add structure and natty tailoring. Military jackets are usually fitted, so pair with it the wide leg pant for a fitted-over-loose silhouette.

3. Belts-

Designers reworked classic fall layers with a waist – defining belt, especially a skinny belt, this season. A thin belt can be a perfect way to grown all of those ruffled and bowed looks for this fall; Although skinny belts are hot, not every women can carry them off.

4. Blues-

In hues ranging from slate blue all the way to electric blue- is hands down the color of the season. Choose a hue that complements you coloring, if wearing the blue close to the face. Mixes great with grays, purples, and even black.

5. Big Bags-

Against the backdrop of soft, romantic clothing, the best new handbags add structure and texture to the mix without losing their femininity. Watch for gathers, ruffles and ruching on bags, as well as a belt details. Be careful when pairing with a garment, the simpler the clothing, the more adventurous the bag. Gray is popular color.

6. Hats-

When was the last time you wore a hat, just for fun, or to protect from the elements? This season hats are finishing accessory for everything. Try a shaped wool hat in face-flattering shapes like the fedora and wide-brimmed looks.

7. Plaid-

Designers of the season fell head over heels in love with all types of plaid and other bold menswear prints. Bold plaids and checks work great fro wraps, cots, jackets and scarves when paired with solid, dark color bottom. You won't need to use accessories a big plaid-the print takes center stage in this case.

8. Vests-

The menswear vest – whether worn open over a floral print, or buttoned up, it is a great layered look that anyone can wear. Monochromatic vests and shirts are chic and slimming; hip-length vests or shorter can be worn unbuttoned over everything from floaty prints to sweaters. Try a skinny belt for a different look.

9. Statement Necklace-

This is the ideal accessory for those tunic-length tops, sweaters and even jackets. Go long and bold over chunky knits, scale the pendant down to wear in open necklines. Look for bold plastic shapes, to metal pieces and even the classic pearls.

10. Bows-

From sweet little bowed blouses to huge novelty bows, this girly look is one you will want to try for fall. The over sized bow works great on evening wear and dress, but a soft simple bow blouses are on of fall's biggest trends. Try wearing them under vests, cardigans or jackets