Trends: This Buds for You

 Florals large and small are making a big impact in intimates for fall,

Trend Report: Crop Shop

Viktor & Rolf

I have a love hate relationship with cropped pants. At times I have worn them and then I have looked back and said, "Okay, what was I thinking?" Well for Pre-Fall 2010 they are back and they're looking better than ever. Designers like Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander Wang prefer a more glamorous cut, while Dsquared goes for a more casual look. Cropped pants are on the hot list for pre-fall and paired with blazers, a girly blouse and sky-high stilettos, they will make your entrance quite remarkable.

Mossimo

Pringle of Scotland

Alexander Wang

Dsquared

Trend Report: Luxurious Layering for Pre-Fall 2010

J. Mendel

Spring kicks off in high-gear with layered looks effects for pre-fall 2010.

 

Calvin Klein

 Dolce & Gabbana

 

Rachel Roy

Pringle of Scotland

Jason Wu

 

Alexander Wang

Roberto Cavalli

Trends: Silver Belles

 Elie Saab

Shiny metallic silver looks are fierce and hot for the holiday season. Make your presence felt in a sleek fitted dress or

Hervé Léger, $1,850 @ Net-a-Porter.com

Nicole Miller, $219.30 at Bluefly.com

Gucci Guccissima Sukay tote, $1,295

Trends: Graphic Prints for Spring 2010

 

Aminata Niaria

Kelly Moreira

Don't put away your funky graphic prints just yet. Spring collections for 2010 had several prints on the runway. The shift dress and printed trench/coat dress by Dries Van Noten replicate one of the hottest trends of the upcoming season.

Style Reads: Style Sample Magazine Fall Issue

Style Sample Magazine is an online magazine all about fashion bloggers. And guess who is a guest contributor in the latest issue? Your truly. Check out my must-haves for fall in the Trends section on page 14.

Designer Collection: Chris Benz Fall 2009 Ready-to-Wear

As we get deeper into fall, the clothes are becoming more structured, contemporary, and polished. The Chris Benz Fall 2009 collection has a funky yet sophisticated appeal.Ultimately this a fun collection that will definitely turn heads.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trend Report: Navy Blues

The crisp look of navy blue is sleek and elegant in appearance.

Liya Kebede in Givenchy

Item Details

Charlotte Russe belted ruffle blouse, $19.99

Wal G** coat dress, $74.00

Bounkit for Vivre necklace, $1,065

Anne Klein watch, $65

Kate Spade Idiom enamel bangle, $43

Clu asymmetric cut tee dress, $169.40

Pink Studio Lupe cross-body bag, $80

Christian Louboutin peep-toe pumps, $430

Gucci navy crystal Hysteria wallet, $320

Emporio Armani crocodile print clutch, $290

Vivienne Westwood skirt, $230

Trends: Square Business

Jourdan Dunn in a square neck dress from Stella McCartney's fall 2009 collection.

Square shapes are positively charming for fall.

Item Details

Burberry watch, $395

Balenciaga Arena classic square bag, $1,895

French Connection hound dress, $178

Spiegel silver free-form square ring, $79.99

Anna Beck Riau silver square ring $175

Sara Berman Bally square clutch, $231

Jeffrey Campbell black square-toe pumps, $125

Emporio Armani square clutch, $380

Stella McCartney faux suede ankle boots, $950

Burberry square frame sunglasses, $170

Torrid beveled silver bangle bracelet, $12

Trend Report: Gray Anatomy

Gray Anatomy

 Alicia Keys in a gray military style coat. 

Gray coats are trés chic for fall.

Item Details:

Top Row: 

Burberry Prorsum tweed coat dress, $1,000

Delia's Adrian dress coat, $109.50

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Wrap Coat, $1,438

Bottom Row:

Rag & Bone Great coat, $595

Delia's Leighton skirted coat, $99.50

CFB Shopper: The Chocolate Fashion Blog's 10 Best Buys Under $100 from Express

Express is always on the ball with fashion trends and bargains and this season is no exception. Check out the Chocolate Fashion Blog's Top 10 Best Buys under $100 from Express.

 

1. Textured Plaid Dress, $88.00

2. Double-Breasted Military Jacket, $79.50

  

3. Textured Plaid Vest, $69.50

4. Long Sleeve Shirts, $39.50-$49.50

  

5. Shaker Stich Cowl Neck Sweater, $59.50

6. Studio Sleeveless Stretch Pencil Dress, $79.50

7. Illustrator Pant (shown here in black & white stripe), $69.50

8. Mixed Media Wide Belt, $39.50

  

9. Layered Byzantine Link Necklace, $59.50 

10. Sequin Liquid Leggings, $98.00