Crystals, jewels, metals: they all have a place in this fall’s wardrobe. Embellishment is a big trend right now, with designers taking their inspiration from the glittering splendor of chandeliers.

Here is a great example of super-casual dressed up.. This scoop neck tank from Torn by Ronny Kobo is embellished with faux pearls, rhinestones, and beads at the arm openings and along the racer back. With 1 inch straps, this 100% cotton jersey top measures 26 inches long from the shoulder. $150.00 from Shopbop.com

Or how about a pleated dress with a crystal embellished neckline? It is belted and lined at the bodice with a zipper and tie at the back. Measures approximately 34 inches from shoulder to hem. Available in Navy/Gray or Olive/Taupe $42.00 from Forever21.com.

Antique silver metal leaf sequins adorn this long sleeved black shrug from Topshop, who declares that embellishment is key this season. Made of 100% viscose, this shrug can go with anything from a little black dress to your favorite jeans. $135.00 from Topshop.com.

The Summer in the City Sequin Skirt in white is beaded chiffon with a full lining. The bottom hem is accentuated with contrast lining. It measures 16 inches for the size 6. $108.00 from Freepeople.com.

Purple Label is a line whose buyers hand pick clothing from all over the world. It offers an edited selection of current styles in one location at the most affordable prices at 80’sPurple.com. Here are a few favorites for Fall 2009.

First up is this Women’s Mimi Silk Double Layered Dress. Wow! What a great party dress. Made from silk with polyester lining, this double v-neck style has a terrific empire waist and lovely layered skirts. this shape never goes out of fashion, and the contrast stripe design on the neckline makes it just that much better. If you don’t mind showing some leg, then this gorgeous confection is definitely the dress for you $89.00.

For this fall’s more casual occasions like going to a football game or taking a walk to enjoy the fall colors, the Women’s Tammy Button Down Back Sweater in Grey is perfect. With a center back button down, this drape-y fitting sweater is $38.00.

You wouldn’t want your feet to get cold on those crisp, fall days, would you? These Women’s Etudes Socks in Grey come up above the knee, look great, and only cost $10.00.

The Women’s Lenore Chain Draping Tank in black is a hot new shape that you’ll be able to get plenty of wear out of because you can dress it up or down. The chain detail is actually part of the top itself. Made from 100% Viscose, this top is $33.00.

Leggings are back in a big way this year, and these Women’s Miss Pinky Denim Leggings in black will serve many outfits very well. With contrast tan stitching, front and back seams, and zippers at the leg openings, these 100% cotton denim leggings are $19.20.

And here is another piece that is sure to find its way into several fall outfits. In fact, you could pair this with the denim leggings and look great for a casual gathering. The Women’s Lucy New Shape Button Up in white is a button up tunic top with roll up sleeves and a longer back hem $38.00.

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Label BCBG Max Azria debuted its Spring 2010 collection Thursday morning, and it featured draped jersey and bright, body conscious dresses in the label’s signature “sexy, but not trying too hard” vibe. The billowy white crepe dress was a more formal version of many of the gorgeous white short dresses that were included in the Max Azria 2010 Resort collection. Those looked like the kind of tennis dresses a Greek goddess would wear.

The Spring 2010 collection featured bright colors and graceful draping, something that this label does wonderfully well. Abstract prints had a place in the collection too, as did bright swimming pool blues and fuchsias. BCBG Max Azria featured lovely t-shirt dresses similar to the ones in his Spring 2009 collection, but with asymmetric hems that moved gracefully, and a few super body conscious looks thrown in. Trapunto stitching – a form of quilting, graced some of the seams and shoulders. It is a detail that is seen on some of this fall’s clothes, too. Some of the looks had panels joined together by body hugging gussets.

In a nutshell, it was the quality and beauty you would expect from this designer, who celebrates the feminine form and uses color to soothe the eye and let the person wearing his creations shine rather than be overpowered by them.

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Yes it is the last of the summer months! And before fall sets in, I always find that this is a great time to get those last minute summer sales!
At this time of year most outlets are getting ready for their fall reviews and collections. Which means that summer stock has to go. So I always find that this is a great time to shop for anything that you might need! Whether it is peep toe pumps, handbags, t-shirts, or dresses.
So I have chosen a few key accessories from my favorite online store – Smartbargains.com!

The classic white slack

It is always essential to keep up with your pant and slack collection. Keep on top of it by adding a classic white slack or pant to your collection. This pair by designer Elie Tahari is on sale for $49.98 (originally $188).

The late summer dress

The classic summer dress is always great to have in the late summer months. And with a black and white ensemble, you can pretty much mix and match it for any occasion. This dress retails on sale for $24.98 by Oleg Cassini (originally $140.00).

Stay on top of your Cami’s

Cami’s are always great to have. Wear it under a t-shirt or sweater. This late summer essential can for sure carry you into fall. This three dots cami comes in white, black and pink. And is reduced from $50 to $14.98. What a steal!

Article by © Jacqueline H. 2009

Gray is the go to color for the minimalist look this fall. Gray is a neutral that will give you maximum impact when detailed with pleats, draping, gathering and other sculptural elements. We love all of the options for gray dressing this fall. Minimalist sculptural gray dresses and coats work well with the black leggings, tights and super skinny jeans you already own. Black works well, but you can also get daring by partnering gray with primaries such as red, royal blue and yellow. Or go with a monochromatic look with various shades of gray. One of our editors’ favorites is the Marc Jacobs sweatshirt dress. This dress totally reminds us of the Norma Kamali huge shoulder padded dresses of the ’80s! The RM by Roland Mouret coat is a classic that you can wear for many seasons. Mouret is a true artist when it comes to draping and minimalist statement dressing. The coat reminds me of my warmest winter Hussein Chalayan coat from my favorite store, Workshop, in San Francisco. Go ahead and go neutral this fall and stock up on this wardrobe staple.

Will you be buying into the gray trend for fall? Let us know in comments!

Gray dresses and coats from upper left clockwise:

Marc Jacobs Sweatshirt Dress, $1,100 at Saks.com
Vanessa Bruno Draped jersey dress, $410 at Net-a-Porter
RM by Roland Mouret Norther wool-blend herringbone coat, $2,695 at Net-a-Porter
Vince Silk-blend over-sized sweater, $245 at Net-a-Porter

Dress shown in center:
Theory Gray Silk And Jersey Tank Dress, $165.00 at FarFetch.com

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Angelina Jolie was spotted wearing one of her favorite Gerard Darel dresses in Los Angeles yesterday.  This isn’t the first time this stylish mother of six has sported this flowing ‘Angel’ dress – Angie was seen wearing a black version of the tie-waist tiered maxi back in October.  While she wore the dress with spaghetti straps in the autumn, Angie opted for a chocolate brown strapless look yesterday.  Wearing a lavender Gerard Darel top, daughter Zahara seems to be following in her mom’s famous fashion footsteps.

Angelina’s Gerard Darel ‘Angel’ dress is available at select Bloomingdales locations for $548.00