Fall Fashion Trends for Women

Sophistication is going to be the keyword, when it comes to fall fashion this year. As always, bright colors will make a bold statement on the fashion horizon. This season is going to witness a comeback of some long forgotten styles, while some styles will be gone for good. Layers and earthy colors will rule the fall fashion trends for women. Let's forecast the fall in each category.

Fall Fashion Trends for Women

Fabrics

Leather and velvet are the two fabrics that'll completely dominate the world of fabrics. Be it short skirts, leggings, dresses, pants or jackets, leather will be seen everywhere. On the other hand velvet will give that much needed classy and feminine touch to your wardrobe. It won't be looked down as a girly fabric, instead it will emerge as a new face of sophistication. So do not forget to stock your wardrobe with elegant velvet dresses.

Colors

Fall is all about colors, naturally fashion trends will also reflect this natural phenomenon. Like always, red, orange and yellow will be a huge hit. However, red will undergo a slight make over and will present itself in blue undertones. Deep yellow will be a preferred choice over the brighter one. Orange will remain as vibrant as ever. Similarly, earthy shades like gray, deep purple, royal blue will be sought after as well.

Styles and Cut

Layers, frills and pleats, will all be there, this season as well. One shoulder dresses will make a bold appearance almost everywhere, from socialite events to awards functions (thanks to Michelle Obama, who wore it at inauguration ball and made it an instant hit). Accordion pleat tops will make a come back yet again to make a sensuous style statement. These pretty necklines suit almost everyone as they do not reveal anything beyond what is required!

Footwear

Thigh high boots will make their presence felt yet again. These sexy boots have the potential to change a girl next door into an absolutely stunning diva. You can choose from suede or leather, flat or high heeled shoes. Similarly, ankle length faux fur trimmed shoes will also become quite popular. From lace up sandals to mid calf, flat shoes to stilettos, this fall will offer everything to pacify even the most fussiest of the fashionistas.

Accessories

This season, focus will be on accentuating the thin waist with large, clear belts. Accessories, especially bags, will flaunt a lot of bling with sequined embellishment and loads of other glitzy decorations. Accessories would be mostly designed to go with the dress, as monotonous look would be the 'in' thing, this fall.

Broad shoulder jackets and fur stoles will dominate the fall fashion trends for women over 40. Similarly, fall fashion trends for women over 50 are inspired by military pieces, capes and cloaks. The overall trend would be to look mature and not desperately try to look young.

Fall fashion trends for women in 2009 are going to be difficult to predict, as we are going to see little bit of everything. Though, sophistication is going to be the ruling factor, 'disco' influenced styles are definitely going to make their presence felt. Also, recession won't affect the taste of true fashionistas and the inclination towards buying designer wear will stay this season as well.

Fall Fashion Trends for Women

Sophistication is going to be the keyword, when it comes to fall fashion this year. As always, bright colors will make a bold statement on the fashion horizon. This season is going to witness a comeback of some long forgotten styles, while some styles will be gone for good. Layers and earthy colors will rule the fall fashion trends for women. Let's forecast the fall in each category.

Fall Fashion Trends for Women

Fabrics

Leather and velvet are the two fabrics that'll completely dominate the world of fabrics. Be it short skirts, leggings, dresses, pants or jackets, leather will be seen everywhere. On the other hand velvet will give that much needed classy and feminine touch to your wardrobe. It won't be looked down as a girly fabric, instead it will emerge as a new face of sophistication. So do not forget to stock your wardrobe with elegant velvet dresses.

Colors

Fall is all about colors, naturally fashion trends will also reflect this natural phenomenon. Like always, red, orange and yellow will be a huge hit. However, red will undergo a slight make over and will present itself in blue undertones. Deep yellow will be a preferred choice over the brighter one. Orange will remain as vibrant as ever. Similarly, earthy shades like gray, deep purple, royal blue will be sought after as well.

Styles and Cut

Layers, frills and pleats, will all be there, this season as well. One shoulder dresses will make a bold appearance almost everywhere, from socialite events to awards functions (thanks to Michelle Obama, who wore it at inauguration ball and made it an instant hit). Accordion pleat tops will make a come back yet again to make a sensuous style statement. These pretty necklines suit almost everyone as they do not reveal anything beyond what is required!

Footwear

Thigh high boots will make their presence felt yet again. These sexy boots have the potential to change a girl next door into an absolutely stunning diva. You can choose from suede or leather, flat or high heeled shoes. Similarly, ankle length faux fur trimmed shoes will also become quite popular. From lace up sandals to mid calf, flat shoes to stilettos, this fall will offer everything to pacify even the most fussiest of the fashionistas.

Accessories

This season, focus will be on accentuating the thin waist with large, clear belts. Accessories, especially bags, will flaunt a lot of bling with sequined embellishment and loads of other glitzy decorations. Accessories would be mostly designed to go with the dress, as monotonous look would be the 'in' thing, this fall.

Broad shoulder jackets and fur stoles will dominate the fall fashion trends for women over 40. Similarly, fall fashion trends for women over 50 are inspired by military pieces, capes and cloaks. The overall trend would be to look mature and not desperately try to look young.

Fall fashion trends for women in 2009 are going to be difficult to predict, as we are going to see little bit of everything. Though, sophistication is going to be the ruling factor, 'disco' influenced styles are definitely going to make their presence felt. Also, recession won't affect the taste of true fashionistas and the inclination towards buying designer wear will stay this season as well.

Winter 2010 Fashion Trends

Down-to-earth advice on everything fashionable from runways for Winter 2010.

Over the knee boots

Fashionistas everywhere will be sporting over the knee boots this winter. Erase the image of the cheesy thigh-highs Julia Roberts sported in Pretty Woman, because this boot trend is not leaving anytime soon. Pair them with coats, jeans, leggings, tights, skirts, dresses, rompers, sweaters, and almost anything!

Leather

The runways of New York, Milan and Paris were all filled with leather for the fall. But leave your common misconception at the door. Designers used leather to make wearable, soft, feminine clothing for 2010, a must-have for any trendsetter.

Opaque tights

Goodbye Leggings! Opaque tights are the hottest item this winter, mainly because of its versatility. Colored tights, patterned tights, glittered tights and more all graced the runways this year. They enable summer dresses to be transformed into winter-wear, which admittedly we are all grateful for.

Military

The military trend still persists, but this season, it's become more tailored and 'British', rather than goth and dark. Military jackets have a sharp, almost masculine look which contrasts so well with floaty and feminine pieces to match. A soon to be wardrobe staple for any fashionista.

Exotic Elements

Animal prints, tribal prints, feathers and fur were all major staples for designers this winter. They took forms of hair accessories, gloves, scarves, bags, shoes and of course, clothing. I love the excitement of patterns, the 'global' feel and the uniqueness an exotic element brings to one's clothing.

Blazers

The boyfriend blazer trend of 2007 is back with a vengeance, but with more femininity. The cut is more streamline, tailored and the lengths are shorter. The blazers have gotten bolder moving away from gray and black to brighter colors, textures and patterns. Those who assumed blazers were out, eat your words!

Embellishments

Extravagant embellishments such as lace, brocade, sequins, velvet and others were rampant on the runways for winter. These luxe details made darker colors and muted designs sparkle. Velvet ribbons, glitter sequins, lace detailing were seen on blouses, pants, shoes, bags, scarves, hoods, jackets and more.

Winter 2010 Fashion Trends

Down-to-earth advice on everything fashionable from runways for Winter 2010.

Over the knee boots

Fashionistas everywhere will be sporting over the knee boots this winter. Erase the image of the cheesy thigh-highs Julia Roberts sported in Pretty Woman, because this boot trend is not leaving anytime soon. Pair them with coats, jeans, leggings, tights, skirts, dresses, rompers, sweaters, and almost anything!

Leather

The runways of New York, Milan and Paris were all filled with leather for the fall. But leave your common misconception at the door. Designers used leather to make wearable, soft, feminine clothing for 2010, a must-have for any trendsetter.

Opaque tights

Goodbye Leggings! Opaque tights are the hottest item this winter, mainly because of its versatility. Colored tights, patterned tights, glittered tights and more all graced the runways this year. They enable summer dresses to be transformed into winter-wear, which admittedly we are all grateful for.

Military

The military trend still persists, but this season, it's become more tailored and 'British', rather than goth and dark. Military jackets have a sharp, almost masculine look which contrasts so well with floaty and feminine pieces to match. A soon to be wardrobe staple for any fashionista.

Exotic Elements

Animal prints, tribal prints, feathers and fur were all major staples for designers this winter. They took forms of hair accessories, gloves, scarves, bags, shoes and of course, clothing. I love the excitement of patterns, the 'global' feel and the uniqueness an exotic element brings to one's clothing.

Blazers

The boyfriend blazer trend of 2007 is back with a vengeance, but with more femininity. The cut is more streamline, tailored and the lengths are shorter. The blazers have gotten bolder moving away from gray and black to brighter colors, textures and patterns. Those who assumed blazers were out, eat your words!

Embellishments

Extravagant embellishments such as lace, brocade, sequins, velvet and others were rampant on the runways for winter. These luxe details made darker colors and muted designs sparkle. Velvet ribbons, glitter sequins, lace detailing were seen on blouses, pants, shoes, bags, scarves, hoods, jackets and more.