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Marc Jacobs "Petal to the Metal" pouchette bag

There’s an easy way to glam up your look this Fall!  With lots of bright colors and embellishments, adding a pouchette purse to your accessory collection will punch up even the dreariest wardrobe.  Plus, they happen to be all the rage right now!

“Pouchette purses were all over the Fall 2011 runways,” says Delisa, professional wardrobe consultant.  “From the color-blocked Proenza clutches to Louis Vuitton and Chanel, runways were full of clutches with handles on the back for convenient carrying and other great embellishments.”

Pouchette purses are versatile, pairing well with casual daytime wear or sparkly evening attire.  The sky’s the limit for colors of these cute purses – and don’t forget the extra bling!  According to Delisa, “Pouchettes give Fall’s fashion another alternative to a chic daytime bag.”

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Photo from HarpersBazaar.com; Fall 2011 Dries van Noten

Want another way to make yourself stand out this Fall?  Snag some pieces with bold graphic prints.

According to wardrobe consultant Delisa, graphic prints are a big hit this season.  Many of the biggest names in fashion rocked the runways in graphic prints, including color blocking, black and white, and Stella McCartney’s magnificent polka dots.

The standout patterns of graphic prints can be found on dresses, skirts, pants, or outerwear.  With wild lines, designs, and shapes, they can give your wardrobe unique flair that will set you apart from the rest of the pack.

Graphic prints are nothing to shy away from: the best way to wear them is unapologetically, of course.  But if you want to tone them down a bit, pair a graphic print piece with a solid color, a classic bag and fantastic shoes, and you’re good to go!

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Hey Y’all!  I’m back this week with another shoe trend for fall: motorcycle boots!  I’ve been seeing celebrities wear these for a few seasons now but they are back in a big way this fall.  Here’s how celebs have been styling their boots:

Photo from coolspotters.com

Blake Lively walks the streets of NYC in her boots and completes the looks with a motorcycle jacket.

Photo from thestyleandbeautydoctor.com

Gwen Stefani left her home in London in her boots.

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Statement cuff bracelets available at NeimanMarcus.com

Another hot trend for Fall 2011 is statement jewelry.  Just like a statement coat, statement jewelry is a great way to jazz up your existing wardrobe—you don’t have to toss everything out and start from scratch!

With a long history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and Romans, statement jewelry is back again and seen everywhere from runways to discount stores.  It’s huge, colorful, unusual, and it really stands out.

“Look for chunky cuff bracelets, heavy chokers, embellished cuffs adorned with anything (beads, bullets, horns, animals), rhinestone encrusted jewels, pieces with baubles, or dangle earrings,” says wardrobe consultant Delisa.  The sky’s the limit when you’re looking for these eye-catching pieces!

According to Delisa, the great thing about statement jewelry is that it allows you to be more creative with your style and personality.  It’s bold, yet feminine.  You can express yourself by experimenting with pieces that work best for your look and your personality.

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Sweater by Mara Hoffman Fall 2011. Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for IMG.

Who doesn’t love to snuggle under a big, cozy blanket when the temperature drops?  Take that warmth to go this fall by wearing one of this season’s hottest trends: chunky sweaters and knits.

These oversized tops are all the rage, but you don’t have to look like someone’s grandmother in a bad holiday sweater.  You’ve got lots of choices!  Cardigans, pullovers, vests, cowl necks, turtlenecks…find a style that works for your body type, and pair these big pieces with slim-fitting ones so you don’t look too bulky.

You can also play around with color.  Why stick with dreary grays and blacks?  Look for some bright solids or patterns to spice things up.

Chunky sweaters are also extremely versatile.  Layer them over jeans and tees with a pair of flat shoes for a day of shopping, or over a dress with sky-high heels for a night out.  You can keep the look simple, or add accessories for some flair.

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