Fall/Winter 2012 Fashion Trend: Bold Collars

Another big trend this fall and winter are bold contrasting collars (Above: Tibi; Rochas; Derek Lam; 3.1 Phillip Lim).  I love this trend because collars are such a flirty and fun way to  add interest to a blouse, sweater, or dress.  I was able to locate some truly great beaded, sequined, and bold-colored collared apparel.  So, if you are interested in this trend, check out these options below:  A Wear peter pan collar tee for $51.74 on www.asos.com; Aqua party dress with beaded collar for $128 on www.bloomingdales.com; Contrast tipping shirt for $51.74 on www.asos.com; "Collar from Destiny" blouse for $54.99 on www.modcloth.com; DV by Dolce Vita "Atheena" dress for $150 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Glamorous sequn collar shirtdress for $51.74 on www.asos.com; Marc by Marc Jacobs sequin collar sweater for $298 on www.bergdorfgoodman.com; Patterson J. Kincaid "Mollow" sequin blouse for $168 om www.saks.com; Pearlescent collar shirt for $24.80 on www.forever21.com; "Peter Pan Pretender" sweater for $98 on www.anthropologie.com; Polka dot trimmed blouse for $17.80 on www.forever21.com; Trina Turk "Baroness" dress for $398 on www.saks.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fall/Winter 2012 Fashion Trend: Burgundy

 

 

Burgundy-colored dresses, pants, and blouses were featured prominently on the FW2012 runways (Above: Derek Lam; Elizabeth and James; Gucci; L'Wren Scott.)  This color is great because it looks good on all skin tones and with all hair colors, so if you don't already own something burgundy, you should definitely pick something up to update your wardrobe this season.  Below are some burgundy-colored items for you to consider. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Above:  Contrast trim sheer blouse for $19.80 on www.forever21.com;  Scoop-neck pullover for $59.50 on www.bananarepublic.com; Flared chiffon shirtdress for $22.80 on www.forever21.com; Lace panel button top for $19.80 on www.forever21.com; Longline double breasted blazer for $28.90 on www.forever21.com; Milly belted sheath dress for $395 on www.neimanmarcus.com; Tipped knit jacket for $108 on www.thelimited.com; Tibi merino wool dress for $350 on www.saks.com; Vila coated zip pocket jeans for $60.36 on www.asos.com; Vila leather biker jacket for $275.94 on www.asos.com; Vila oversize slouchy knit sweater for $34.49 on www.asos.com; 7 for All Mankind "The Skinny" jeans for $259 on www.piperlime.com.

 

Burgundy is also not just limited to clothing this fall and winter; it is also the hottest lip color.  (Above: Rochas; Gucci.)  While it is pretty easy to pull off a classic fall color like burgundy as an apparel item, it can be a little trickier to pull off such a bold lip color.  The trick is to find the right burgundy shade for your skintone.  Below are some burgundy lipsticks for you to consider:  NARS pure matte lipstick in "Volga" for $25 on www.sephora.com; Revlon Super Lustrous lipstick creme in "Black Cherry" for $9.94 on www.amazon.com; Sephora Rouge Shine lipstick in "Deep Burgundy Gold Metallic" for $12 on www.sephora.com; Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte Silky Sensual Radiant lipstick in "Deep Plum Burgundy" for $34 on www.sephora.com.

 

 

Fall/Winter 2012 Fashion Trend: Brooches

Big, bold brooches appeared all over the FW2012 runways (Above: Giorgio Armani; Dsquared; Chanel; Bottega Veneta).  Brooches are a good accessory because they are pretty easy to find and can be acquired pretty inexpensively at thrift or vintage stores.  They also come in some super cute and creative designs these days.  If you want to give this trend a try, check out the super fun brooches below:   Austrian crystal Orchid brooch for $198 on www.brooksbrothers.com; 2028 Cameo brooch for $28 on www.macys.com; Floral filigree brooch for $48 on www.anthropologie.com; Givenchy "Femme" brooch for $48 on www.nordstrom.com; Jose & Maria Barrera bug brooch for $275 on www.neimanmarcus.com; Juicy Couture safety pin crystal brooch for $48 on www.macys.com; Nordstrom brooch for $48 on www.nordstrom.com; Pancea crystal brooch for $55 on www.neimanmarcus.com; R.J. Graziano hematite brooch for $75 on www.lastcall.com; Stephen Sweck brooch for $560 on www.bergdorfgoodman.com; Tasha crystal brooch for $48 on www.nordstrom.com; Tasha encrusted brooch for $58 on www.nordstrom.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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October 5-October 8
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October 4-October 8
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October 4-October 15
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October 4-October 10
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October 1-October 7
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October 1-October 6
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October 1-October 4
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October 1- October 7
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October 1-October 3
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