1. Crazy hat – hot color of the season (left) or vintage Hollywood (right). You can wear a hat with a casual outfit too, like jeans and a graphic tee.

2. Ankle boots – Grey tones vs Robin Hood inspired.

3. Classic Coat -  The blazer look is easy to pull off because you can wear it unbuttoned and so it will mix with the rest of the clothes. Go for a longer blazer this season with one button.

4. The accessories – Opaque Thighs, Scarf, Black Leather Gloves and Statement Jewelry are the right way of looking chic.

5. The leather bag - big clutch or big tote …you choose!

I know you all have these things in your wardrobes, what are you waiting for? 

I looked up Gucci‘s website today just to get inspired and I’ve discovered that they’ve developed a very amazing campaign for the White TATTOO HEART COLLECTION as Gucci will donate 25% of the sale to support UNICEF programs for orphans and children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa. It’s so inspiring to see that our luxury can mean helping people who really need it. Rihanna is endorsing this campaign beacause of her fashion-forward attitude and her iconic figure. And the collection…..it’s amazing!

There is a new trend this fall and it’s all about glam and sparkle. Looks like now, near the holidays, the sequin dress is more present than ever. While Leighton Meester, Ashley Tisdale and Taylor Swift experience a black and silver sequin experience, Miley Cyrus’s dress is more fashion orward as it combines gold tones with big black patches. The sequin dress is obviously not a daytime choice, as you canonly shine at cocktail parties or other night parties.

Fall 2008 trends in nailpolish are simply fascinating! You can choose between typical cold season dark and rich colors, but you can experiment with metallic shades. CK and Laura Mercier  bring dark silvery grays and shimmer to their colors. Chanel also goes for a rich metallic tones.

Essie and OPI however are more attractedto deep purple tones that highlight mauves and chocolate brown tones, as well as burgundy reds.

Statement pieces are all about the college prep looks. We discover new additions with every new episode of Gossip Girl that is absolutely hypnotic for trend lovers. The oxford prep look that Blake / Serena wears can is going so well with the brown antique leather boots and the leather jacket. Try a more sophisticated look with a fringe bag and some vintage wood bangles.

You’ve seen them….I know you have. They pop out when you least expect them to bringing a mouthful of fresh air and attracting all eyes. Sometimes they scare you, they shock and they mesmerize but other times, you wish you were like them : SHINING TRENDS.

It’s a mystery where do trendsetters get their inspiration, but they seem to be on top of styles everytime. It is said they don’t follow trends, they make trends and they lead. Maybe…or maybe they cheat .

Here a few ideas to pick up some trend setter vibes.

TIPS:

1. Don’t become a copy-cat, try to show your own personal style. Wear things in a different way and create outfits that  balance your own personality and the season’s trends.

2. Get inspired from the fashion shows. You can know trends in advance and so you can focus on items that are fashion forward and that could be an investment for a couple of next seasons.

3. Visit vintage stores and choose items that fit the trends and your style, try on the craziest clothes because you never know what can be just perfect. 

4. Create  cheap-expensive outfits with a few glam accessories and some basic clothing.  For example you can create a look with a simple T-shirt from H&M matched with some Louboutins.

5. Look for jewelry and accessories with unusual detailing. These items make a statement about you and show that you don’t follow the rules. Create a set for each color or attitude (playful, serious, in love)

6. Don’t wear the same outfit. Recreate the look with other pieces and accessories. Try to follow your mood and you’ll be inspired every time.