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Purple for fall 2012

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Bergdorf Goodman recently declared on their blog that rich jewel tones are al the rage for fall 2012. While Pantone released their predictions for fall 2012 earlier this year, the fall color palette has evolved, and rich jewel tones have joined the color party for the fall 2012 season with rich, purple as one of the most important colors of the season.

Purple for the fall 2012 season is being shown in many hues. While Amethyst is one of the more popular shades of purple this fall season, every shade of purple imaginable has been spotted on stores shelves.
Designers have opted for light through dark hues, blue toned purple and reddish purple. Every shade of purple is hot for fall; so if you are shopping your closet for the fall season, you can’t go wrong with a purple garment or accessory from a past season.
Purple is a versatile hue this fall 2012 season. This brilliant and quite royal hue is being shown in every variety of ensemble from casual dress through to gala attire. Purple is being shown on every accessory and garment imaginable as well as every fall fabrication from leather to glitter pumps to handwoven sweaters.
For fall 2012, the tonal look is not in the forefront of fashion, so mixing purple with other colors such as rich, jade green, shades of medium and dark blue as well as light neutrals and black is the perfect way to rock the purple trend this season. Look for purple accents to brighten up your wardrobe or dazzle with a jewel-tone purple dress. Either way, you will look amazing  Happy shopping and stay fabulous 
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Brooches for fall 2012: the classic accessory returns

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Brooches are an iconic accessory which was a huge trend in the early 1960’s. The sparkling accessory has made its’ way in and out of fashion over the past few decades with it’s’ most recent resurgence in 2004. For fall 2012, brooches are hot, and unlike previous comebacks, the brooch is edgy.

Although brooches were worn in the 1980’s at the top of a buttoned up blouse, the jeweled accessory is normally found pinned off center on a sweater or blazer. For fall 2012, brooches are still being found off-center, but they are being worn on shirts, jackets, dresses, sweaters and coats. Brooches for fall 2012 are being shown in edgy style and a far cry from the classic and symmetrical brooches of yesteryear. In the past, brooches have, in general, been symmetrical; with a few exceptions such as a kitschy shape, a “critter” or Coco Chanel’s classic double C. Brooches for fall 2012 are being shown in cutting edge styles such as lips with a grill, skulls, things found in nature and mythical creatures. Of course, classic “critter” brooches such as leopards, butterflies and ladybugs are also perfect for the fall season.

A brooch is a great way to spice up a solid colored top, jacket or dress. The brooch also makes a great alternative to a necklace for the fall season. Brooches are also a way to add a fall 2012 update to a top, jacket or dress from a past season. Love that!

We found a few fabulous brooches around the web and assembled them into the set below. Hope you love it! Happy shopping and stay fabulous 

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Menswear for fall 2012

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One of the big trends from the runways for fall 2012 is the menswear trend. This trend has also been well-received by consumers; making the menswear trend for fall 2012 popular on the street. The menswear trend is being spotted in every aspect of fashion for fall 2012. Shoes, handbags, accessories and apparel are all taking inspiration from classic men’s fashion and style.

Office apparel and weekend garments are taking their inspiration from menswear for the fall 2012 season. Blazers, trousers, belts, shoes and handbags have all taken a masculine turn for the cool weather season. Men’s smoking slippers have replaced the ballet flat as the comfort shoe of choice while loafer pumps have taken over the classic pumps reign as the ultimate shoe for the office.

Handbags for fall are being offered in many different styles and trends. One of the handbag trends for fall 2012 is taking inspiration from classic menswear. Totes and satchels are being shown in east/west silhouettes with enough room for files, folders and a small laptop. These work-horse satchels are hybrids between a classic men’s briefcase and a feminine work satchel.

Trousers are being shown in skinny, cropped and wider, straight-legged styles; offering a silhouette for every body type. Designers are creating solid colored trousers in classic hues such as black, brown and grey as well as classic autumn plaid.

The blazer is the hot jacket of choice for the fall 2012 season and it comes straight from menswear inspiration. Blazers are sleek and draped for fall 2012. Steer clear of 1980’s shoulder pads or overly heavy cuts. Blazers for fall 2012 are body conscious and sophisticated. The blazer can be worn to the office with trousers, as part of a suit or thrown over a dress or jeans as a hip alternative to a jacket.

Shoes for fall 2012 are also menswear inspired with loafer pumps, smoking slippers and stacked heel loafers dominating the shoe scene. Think a man’s shoe with a heel.

While the head-to-toe menswear look may not be for everyone, this trend can easily be integrated into any Fashionista’s wardrobe. It is easy to pair loafers with jeans for casual looks or find a flattering, sleek blazer to wear in lieu of a jacket. Whichever way you choose to rock the menswear trend, it is one which is easy to wear and is comfortable too. Love that! 

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