by LaSabra Caldwell

Created on: September 01, 2009   Last Updated: September 03, 2009

The trends for fall 2009 are drastically different from the trends we had in the first part of the year. Colors will still be a big part, but instead of the pastels of summer, we will have bold earth tones this fall season. Summer brought us Key Limes, Lavenders and Pinks.

Fall is going to turn these bright colors to bold ones like olives, deep and royal purples and deep earthy berry tones. Red will still be a big hit as always, but it is undergoing a makeover this season as well. Instead of that tomato red, it will have blue tones to it. Yellows will become a deeper darker shade and orange will always be around. It's not fall without orange. Oranges flatter many skin tones, so be on the lookout for beautiful coral colors and even burnt sienna.

The fall palette will also consist of cream tones, taupes and dark grays for the neutral colors. Deep blues with a grey mix to it will be popping up as well this fall so look for that. Black and white, of course, will find its way into our wardrobes as well. Classic black is a never-ending tried-and-true color in our closets year round. Some of the brighter saturated neon colors like yellow, pink, orange, green and blue may be brought over from the summer fashion to brighten our fall wardrobes as well as our accessories.

We will still see layers, but they will be more together, expressing a complete style. Layers as we all have seen in the past, have been more of a fun look instead of a together one. Tight fitting pencil skirts will be in this fall as well. The length, however, will vary depending on the taste and preference of the lady who will be wearing them. Some will range from minis all the way to knee, mid-calf or lower. Metallic colors will be another big hit this fall. Main ones to watch for will be silver, platinum and stainless steel.

While suede slides out of the picture, the more the old classic look of leather slides back in. Patent, as well, grows more in popularity this season, but not as main pieces. Prints of geometric shapes from spring and summer are carrying on into fall. Animal print is also still going strong, but it has had a makeover. Look for these interesting prints to add them to your fall wardrobe. Plaid, also another tried-and-true, will be coming in again especially towards the winter.

Knickers, rompers and cargo style pants will also be around for fall. Some of the old looks will be coming back, like fur stoles, only made of faux. Faux furs will be making an appearance in a variety of colors and shapes. Ankle boots and knee high boots also will be coming back. Boot jewelry will be big. Metallic accented chains, crystal jewels and such will be coming out as well.

Fall 2009 is going to be the year that more women make their own style instead of copying someone else's. It is going to be the year of bold statements and hot new looks. Almost anything is going to go this year.

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