10 Fancy fashion trends for fall

Sep 11, 2008 11:32 AM by Kathleen Rellihan

Posted in Beauty & Style / Flawless Fashion / Fall Fashion

Styles You'll Fall For

The best part of going back to school was always the shopping that went along with it – picking out the perfect first day outfit was crucial. It was your chance to show off who you were going to be for the year. You might not be heading back to school this fall, but you can still get excited about shopping for all the new duds – and for the opportunity to break out the new you.

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The bow is back

Bows are turning up on everything – from blouses to shoes to handbags. This ultra feminine look can quickly overpower an outfit, so be careful to let the bow take center stage and pair it with simple classics.

Seen here: Bow Shift Neck dress, $69

Seen here: Bow Shift Neck dress, $69

Bold jewelry

It's all about making a statement with your jewelry this fall. Multi-strand necklaces, oversized cocktail rings, bold cuff bracelets and dramatic pendants will be adorning brave women.

Seen here: White Enamel Candy Dots Bangle, $30

Seen here: White Enamel Candy Dots Bangle, $30

Patterned tights

Last year every gal had the requisite black opaque tights. This year, tights get turned up a notch with patterns and bright jewel colors. Wear them under anything and complement them with solid flats or structured heels.

Seen here: Teal flower lace tights from Topshop, $24

Seen here: Teal flower lace tights from Topshop, $24

Grown-up Mary Janes

Mary Janes might have been part of your very first back to school outfit. Though the ones appearing this fall aren't anything like the shoes you wore for your very first fall fashion days, they're more dramatic, sexier and meant to be worn in a wedge or heel.

Seen here: Mary Jane Platforms with Raffia Wedge heel, now $33!

Grown-up Mary Janes

Going green

Everyone will continue to go even greener this fall. Expect to see more stylish organic clothing and lots of recycled accessories like plastic totes and purses. As they say, green is the new black.

Seen here: Volcom V.Logical Skirt, $32

Seen here: Volcom V.Logical Skirt, $32