Here are the top 4 must-have accessories for Fall/Winter 2010. The best part? They’re all college budget-friendly!
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But,
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This winter’s trendiest gloves aren’t woolly and warm. Instead, Fall 2010′s gloves are elegant and ladylike – very ’50s-chic.
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What do you think?
Ankle socks worn with heels on the Prada runway
To make this trend yours,
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I fell in love with this skirt at first sight and knew it would be the perfect way to add a splash of excitement to a simple gray sweater, especially with a skinny red belt worn on top. Next, I matched the belt and skirt to these gorgeous little shoe boots. Finally,
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As I said earlier,
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Ladylike gloves on the Louis Vuitton runway
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I love the look of a really feminine dress with some seriously tough accessories, and that’s the aesthetic I went for above. This leather vest is perfect for adding extra warmth during fall without the heaviness of a jacket, and the lace up boots are totally on-trend. Finally, these leather gloves are the perfect piece to help you take a catwalk look and make it work for girls-night-out.
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1. Skinny Belts
Fall/Winter 2010 fashion is very much about a classic,
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Socks are another trend that just isn’t going away; they were all over the catwalks this season, in every possible style and cut. Ankle socks (worn with heels) will be hot this autumn, with knee-high and over-the-knee socks coming in towards the winter.
Skinny belts have been hot for a few seasons now,
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This outfit was inspired by Gossip Girl’s Jenny Humphrey and her little tulle skirts that are always peeping out from under a simple LBD. I chose this tulle skirt in red to tie in with the socks and belt. This look is a great example of how to work socks into a night out outfit: Pair them with chunky platform shoes for maximum impact.
I know you guys loved this post on wearing a simple gray dress,
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3. Socks
These new gloves are perfect for a formal event,
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On the FW 2010 runways, sweaters and dresses were casually belted to emphasize the waist and create a curvy silhouette. The catwalks also displayed sweaters worn over high-waisted skirts, and belted at the waist for an extra feminine look.
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Which accessories are you looking forward to wearing this fall/winter? Do you like the understated look we saw on the catwalks? Are you going to embrace classic femininity this season? What are your go-to fall/winter accessories? Drop a comment and let us know,
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4. Brooches
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Now, at first glance,
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