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Fall 2010 Ready-To-Wear Trends:
Military Green Outpost — Ranging from an O.D. green cargo pant to an elaborate brass buttoned army jacket, shades of military green are the common color thread to this season’s must-have items. Burberry Prorsum, Nanette Lepore and Rebecca Taylor provide details such as epaulets, pockets, camouflage and stripes to offer a utilitarian approach to this headlining trend.
The Hooded Army Anorak — The hottest item of the season is the oversized anorak, equipped with utility pockets and a hood, typically seen with fur or shearling trim. Designers such as Michael Kors and Rebecca Taylor show that it can be styled with everything from evening gowns to knit tights and a sweater, while Aqua provides this must have item in the season’s most prominent color, O.D. green.
The Chunky Sweater — The relaxed, country knit sweater brings a sense of comfort and ease. Marc Jacobs and Diane von Furstenberg prove that more is more by showing that this staple item can by layered over anything from a sophisticated dress to a pair of knit leggings or menswear pants.
Shearling & Leather — Last fall’s obsession with leather returns in the form of leggings, skirts and jackets. The woman on the go pairs body-hugging leather leggings from Rag & Bone with a shearling-trimmed flight jacket like the one from Burberry Prorsum to achieve the ultimate fall look.
Fur Vests — The finishing look to the traveling girl’s ensemble is a touch of fur. Whether it is a free-flowing vest from Aqua or a cropped, belted cut-off from Rebecca Taylor, fur details make it fun to stay warm and shielded during the harsh winter months.
Oversized Silk Blouse — This essential layering piece can be worn as an underpinning, shirt or tunic and is often seen with embellishments such as pockets or ruffles. Equipment shows that even the oversized blouse can have a touch of military inspiration with cargo style pockets, while Tibi takes a feminine approach by adding billowy sleeves and a bow.
70’s Elongated Boot Cut Pant — This trend first emerged on the runways of Milan, but was quickly adopted by movers and shakers on the streets worldwide. Seven For All Mankind and Blank reinterpret this long-legged silhouette for denim, showing that this new cut looks best when extended over the shoe. Salvatore Ferragamo offers a more structured approach to this retro look, pairing the boot cut pant with a matching jacket, reminiscent of the original Charlie’s Angels.
Menswear Carrot Pant — Paired with an oversized silk blouse or cropped jacket, the carrot shaped pant– pleated in the front and very tapered at the ankle– defines this new silhouette. Designers such as Michael Kors, BCBG and DKNY show an accessible approach to this newly defined shaped.
Pleated Skirt — The pleated schoolgirl skirt is one of the newest silhouettes that emerged from designers such as Catherine Malandrino, Alice + Olivia and Zac Posen. The mini length pairs well with a cropped jacket and looks best layered on top of tights or knitted thigh high socks.
The Draped Dress — Designers such as Matthew Williamson and Diane von Furstenberg showed the draped dress, best in a pop of color such as red or blood orange, as an update to last fall’s sequin mini. The evolved dress is still worn short, but less constrictive, with drapes and ruching to give the party dress a new level of sophistication.
Fall 2010 Fashion Accessory Trends:
Knit Accessories — Layering is the key to staying warm through the fall transformation, with knit legwear as the foundation to the layered look. Chanel and D&G showed a covered leg as the first step in achieving the total head to toe knit look. Rag & Bone intensifies the knit ensemble by piling on exaggerated chunky scarves, loops and hats.
Fur & Shearling Accessories — These textured fabrics extend beyond outerwear into the world of accessories. Fur and shearling can be found in accessories ranging from fur-lined boots at Michael Kors to animal print handbags from Roberto Cavalli.
Lace Up Boots — The woman on the go must not be without military inspired lace up combat boots to achieve a rugged and cool look this season. Marc by Marc Jacobs and Moschino Cheap & Chic show how to wear it best by tucking knit leg wear into the lace up boots.
The Wedge Bootie — The wedge bootie is sleek and modern, taking on an edgy vibe when worn over a pair of knit tights or socks. BCBG shows that this footwear looks best in a short ankle version, paired with an equally short, pleated skirt.
Clog Bottom Boot — The clog bottom boot offers the dichotomous country girl an evolved version of last spring’s original clog. The boot looks best with shearling lining, worn with sweater tights or socks peeking from the top.
The Backpack is Back — One of the most noticeable new accessory trends is the backpack. Marc by Marc Jacobs incorporates bold colors, while Chanel adds luxe fabrics such as tweed and fur to create a more sophisticated alternative to a hands-free bag. The backpack looks best with two straps, one on each shoulder, thrown over a leather or fur jacket.
Cross Body Bags & Utility Satchels — The leather or canvas satchel joins the staple cross-body bag this season, offering updated utilitarian features such as belting details, pockets and an optional strap for added functionality. Ralph Lauren and Marc Jacobs offer a variety that can be sporty when worn across the body or lady-like when held in hand.
From the Wrist Down — The urban warrior has free reign to over-accessorize her hands and wrists this season. Achieving this hyper accessorized look is made easy by stacking up Aqua bracelets or adorning the hand with statement rings, the unexpected “it” item from Chanel.
Waist Belts — The waist belt is a great way to feminize any oversized sweater, military jacket or coat by cinching. Donna Karan and Rag & Bone provide a variety of styles which include wide, double wrapped, or utilitarian with an occasional fanny pack or cargo pocket detail that looks rugged and functional.
