Fall Fashion Trends.....Fabulous Forties!

With sharp pleating and elongating silhouettes, the forties are the pinnacle of glamour with style icons such as Joan Crawford and Bette Davis gracing the silver screen. Empowering the female form with strong shoulders, clean lines, and harder fabrics these looks are going to make any woman feel like Mildred Pierce.

Top: Blue pleated dress; Shoshanna. Now on sale for $189 @ Minx.

Middle: Black pleated side panel dress; Black Halo. $ 365 @ Estilo.

Bottom: Woven plaid Jackie O Dress; Black Halo. $365 @ Estilo.

Fall Fashion Trends.....Draping!

Ripples, swooshing, layers and other types of 'surface interest' make for a very sophisticated kind of glamour for the fall season. From fluid cocktail dresses to ruched detailing and layered skirts, all of these are ingredients for a simple yet elegant season.

Top: Silk print dress; La Rok. $263.25 @ Minx.

Middle: Cowl neck beaded dress; Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent. $276 @ Shiki.

Bottom: Beaded pewter dress; Collective Concepts. $ 120 @ Luxe Apothetique.

Sundance Channel Preview at Anthropologie

The Sundance Channel previewed its new original series "Man Shops Globe," a new reality show following the global shopping adventures of Anthropologie's buyer-at-large, Keith Johnson. With Johnson nurturing the careers of artists such as Aurelie Alverez, the show celebrates creativity and Johnson takes you along his exciting journeys.
Given the fashionable locale and exclusive setting, Austin's junior fashionistas were out and about sipping wine and enjoying chocolates while skimming through Anthropologie's fashionable finds. If the premiere event is any indication, the buzz surrounding this new series is well-placed, so tune in.

(inset Top: Melinda Ballard; 22. Middle: Tran Pham; 25. Bottom: Kaiti Carpenter; 24)

Fall Fashion Trends.....Sequins!

To flash up your wardrobe, add some sequins. This trend is prominent this season, found on everything from cardigans to skirts. Maybe to bring a little life to an otherwise dark and heavy season, or to add some light to darker times, it is sure to make more than a few of us shine.

Top: Sequin blouse; Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent. $368 @ Shiki.

Middle: Sequin belted cardigan; Robert Rodriguez. $341 @ Luxe Apothetique.

Bottom: Sequin paneled pencil skirt; Demi Couture. $ 100 @ Minx.

Fall Fashion Trends.....The 80's!

The 80's are the decade that just won't quit. They resurfaced years ago and have managed to creep their way into every season since. Whether its 80's prom style party dresses or the recent resurfacing of shoulder pads, for those of you who do not care for the decadent decade: resistance is futile! Take a look at these looks from around the Austin area.

Top: Navy pleated-waist ruffle cocktail dress; Gestuz. $158 @ Estilo.

Middle: Pleated bodice with rosette dress; Max and Cleo. $168 @ Minx.

Bottom : Houndtooth blazer with ruched 3/4 length sleeves; BB Dakota. $81 @ Minx.

Fall Fashion Trends.....Tough Detail!

Toughen up an everyday look with a metal detailed jacket. For a super chic style, match it with a simple party dress like those shown below. A great investment that will leave you channeling your inner Kate Moss.

Top: Leather jacket with metal detail; June. $490 @ Shiki.

Middle: Cotton blazer with ruched sleeve and chain detail; La Rok. $375 @ Minx.

Bottom: Studded blazer; Priorties. $153 @ Minx.

Fall Fashion Trends.....Easy Luxe!

This week I am going to review some of the top trends the fall season. From Easy Luxe to Night Club Nostalgia join me in previewing the best that Austin boutiques have to offer for a successful fashion season.
Lets start with Easy Luxe. Given the current global economic situation, the root of this trend is smart shopping. These pieces are very wearable, comfortable, luxurious, and maintain longevity. Just what we need to keep us looking fabulous through hard times.

Top: Red silk dress; Steven Alan. $340 @ Bows and Arrows.

Middle: White tulle party dress; LP&P. $346 @ Estilo.

Bottom: Brown charmeuse cocktail dress; Robert Rodriguez. $425 @ Missbehave.