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September 1, 2010

Marie Green is a fashion stylist and writer from San Diego California. She is the former Fashion Editor of FINE Homes and Living Magazine and her column, “Fashion Focus” has appeared in FINE Magazine as well as LaJolla Light, The Del Mar Times, Del Mar Ink, The Carmel Valley Leader, Rancho Santa Fe Record, and The Solana Beach Sun. Marie is also the co-founder of SheWants.com.

As summer style gives way to fall fashion, fashionistas everywhere are gearing up for new looks and exciting trends. Here are the top fall trends:

Macy's Saks Fifth Avenue Macy's & Saks Fifth Avenue Fall 2010 Styles

  1. Military Inspired Looks: these utilitarian touches toughen up neutral outfits and make them California casual but cool.
  2. Faux Fur Jackets and Vests are super-luxe layered over just jeans and a t-shirt or with a cute little skirt and boots.
  3. Boots are THE most popular footwear for fall. Styles range from booties with peep toe cut outs to high heeled over the knee boots. Boots add a serious edge that makes any outfit stand out.
  4. Crossbody Bags are the latest gotta-have handbag style. Chain straps make them the perfect accessory for any outfit. These bags not only add a fresh touch to any outfit, they're much easier on the shoulders than the oversized bags that have dominated in recent years.

Steve Madden Fall 2010
Steve Madden: Olster boots, faux-fur vests, cadet jacket, metal mesh and quilted crossbody bags

  1. Classic Tailored Suits: sleek jackets with skirts or trousers were shown by most major designers' fall collections. Add a killer high heel and a silky top for a sophisticated look that redefines power dressing.
  2. Denim is key in every girl's wardrobe. This season the skinny jean still reigns but equally trendy are boyfriend styles featuring a relaxed fit. Denim shirts are making a showing this season and tailored chambray ones look fantastic with camel or khaki pants and skirts. In addition, jean jackets are still a classic wardrobe staple — they never seem to go out of style.
  3. Camel Color coats, skirts and pants are making a huge comeback. This universally flattering neutral looks equally gorgeous with everything from denim to silk.
  4. Stylish Sweat Suits are perfect for the active life style. Every fashionista should own at least 2! Accessorizing with great jewelry will polish this relaxed look and make it chic.
  5. Lady-Like Looks were brought to the forefront of fall fashion single-handedly by AMC's "Mad Men." Retro inspired dresses and separates create curves for the coveted hour glass figure. Feminine touches add appealing softness to these sweet looks.

Saks Fifth Avenue Macy's Camel color dress at Saks Fifth Avenue & tailored suit, denim, and stylish sweats suits at Macy's