Top Ten Trends for Fall 2008!
From About.com
1. Feathers – Found layered by the hundreds on skirts and handbags on Burberry’s runway, this in-your-face trend is best translated to the real world in small doses – like on a delicate headband.
2. Winter Florals – What differentiates a “winter floral” from its warm-weather counterpart, you ask? Not much as all – except for perhaps a more muted, autumnal color palette. Michael Kors showed purple and chartreuse flowers on dresses at his shows, but a little garden touch will work in any shade.
3. Tuxedo – As seen at wunderkind Zac Posen’s fall show, feminine takes on bow ties, ruffle-front shirts and tuxedo jackest will be all the rage this upcoming holiday season.
(Our Fave!) 
4. Purple – The color of the moment is undoubtedly purple, so whether you choose bright grape, earthly plum,lavender or eggplant, there’s definitely a winning hue for you.
5. Gloves – Not just a cold weather necessity, gloves have taken shape as a must-have statement accessory. Louis Vuitton paired elbow-length styles with luxe sweaters for a pulled together look, but fingerless pairs would also add a punky touch to any ensemble.
6. Ruffles - Floaty tiers of chiffon and tulle rules at couture houses like Chanel. The good news? The looks is easily translated into wearable every day pieces like blouses and skirts.
7. Plaid – Not just for lumberjacks, buffalo plaid is taking a high fashion turn this fall. Designer Ralph Lauren featured the fabric prominently in his show, so expect to see the print popping up on everything from skirts to rain boots.
8. Lace – Nothing says femininity like lace, and Prada displayed this sentiment beautifully with its most recent collection of dresses and handbags. To keep the trend from looking overly sweet, try a subversive pair of lacey leggings paired with mile-high heels (for the daring!)
9. Capes – The coat shape of the season is the floaty and ladylike capelet, seen to brilliant effect at Carolina Herrera’s elegant fashion show.
10. Fringe – Western and boho looks both benefitted from fringed details this fall, and Gucci showed off strips of suede all over its handbags. Another fun way to interpret the idea is with an updated moccasin boot.
(Our LEAST Fave!) 
