10 Essential Fall Fashion Trends
It would be fabulous to buy an entirely new wardrobe each season. For most of us, that's not a reality, though. What you can do is add essential trends to freshen up your basics. This Fall, there is plenty of newness -- from coated denim to edgy boots -- that work perfectly back with your existing closet.
It's ladylike, chic and perfect for either the office or cocktails: the sheath dress is just about perfect. This fall it comes in vibrant blues, basic black and fabulous prints like Diane von Furstenberg's silk jersey print. Pop on a pair of black heels and your look is complete.More »
Add a little flare to your wardrobe this fall with the essential A-line skirt. This slightly swingy basic goes back with everything its straighter counterparts would. From Banana Republic.More »
Skip your usual bottoms this fall and add in a leather skirt to liven things up. A classic leather pencil skirt works great back with a black blazer for a work-ready work. Or opt for a swingy short A-line leather skirt for a sporty -- and younger -- look.More »
One of the quickest -- and easiest -- ways to update your look is to pop on a pair of print pants. From sleek animal prints (like these DKNY animal print pants) to florals or bold plaids, the print pant is one of Fall's newest looks. How to wear print pants? The simplest way to pull them off is to wear a print that is scaled to your size (a medium to small print is easiest.) Keep the cut slim (cropped, slim pants look amazing.) Bottom heavy? Remember that print pants bring the focus to your heaviest parts.More »
1. Coated Skinny Jeans
The newest way to wear skinny jeans? With a cool coating that looks like leather and feels luxe. These Citizens of Humanity leatherette jeans (called "Rocket")come in go-with-everything colors like this saddle hue. Wear them in place of your your denim skinny jeans for a fresh fall look.More »2. The Sheath Dress
It's ladylike, chic and perfect for either the office or cocktails: the sheath dress is just about perfect. This fall it comes in vibrant blues, basic black and fabulous prints like Diane von Furstenberg's silk jersey print. Pop on a pair of black heels and your look is complete.More »
3. A-Line Skirt
Add a little flare to your wardrobe this fall with the essential A-line skirt. This slightly swingy basic goes back with everything its straighter counterparts would. From Banana Republic.More »
4. Tough Boots
Rachel Roy's moto-inspired boots fit in perfectly with the tough boot trend for fall. Wear them with tights and a skirt or dress; they also look great with leggings and skinny jeans.More »5. Peplum Top
Elie Tahari's peplum top is perfect for Fall. The peplum silhouette is a pretty way to inject a feminine vibe into your wardrobe. Not only is it trendy: it's flattering. The peplum makes your waist look tiny! Pair this top with a pencil skirt or slim bottoms for an hourglass-figure look.More »6. Ankle-Strap Shoes
The perfect shoes to update your fall wardrobe? Make them ankle strap with a pointy toe, like these awesome Alexander Wang shoes. While bare legs are still in, black pantyhose (and of course tights) are a great way to make you look longer and leaner in black shoes.More »7. Updated Satchel
Love the look -- but not the price -- of high-end luxury handbags? Get the look you crave from Coach this season. You'll get the classic structured look and rich leather from a respected brand. This elegant bag is perfect to update your work wardrobe.More »8. Sporty Jacket
Give your look a sporty update with parka or anorak styling. This cotton twill jacket from Gap comes in a great neutral color (olive) and has all the features you need in a cool-weather jacket including a hood and lots of pockets. The finishing touches on this style include a drawstring waist to give you more of a defined -- not sloppy -- silhouette.More »9. Leather Skirt
Skip your usual bottoms this fall and add in a leather skirt to liven things up. A classic leather pencil skirt works great back with a black blazer for a work-ready work. Or opt for a swingy short A-line leather skirt for a sporty -- and younger -- look.More »
10. Printed Pants
One of the quickest -- and easiest -- ways to update your look is to pop on a pair of print pants. From sleek animal prints (like these DKNY animal print pants) to florals or bold plaids, the print pant is one of Fall's newest looks. How to wear print pants? The simplest way to pull them off is to wear a print that is scaled to your size (a medium to small print is easiest.) Keep the cut slim (cropped, slim pants look amazing.) Bottom heavy? Remember that print pants bring the focus to your heaviest parts.More »