Fashion Week for fall 2004 ended just over a week ago.
But you can already start using the trends that appeared on the runways to spice up your wardrobe now – using spring clothes that are just arriving in stores.
The look to go for when pursuing a fashion-forward image is ladylike, but not frilly.
Think: tweed suits with neat little jackets, full circle skirts and a quirky modern take on the ’50s secretary look. For evening, go for gorgeous party dresses that shimmer when you walk, and reams of silk and satin.
When shopping, buy pieces instead of full head-to-toe looks (you can wait until fall for those) and integrate them into your spring wardrobe.
Here are our picks for the best fall looks to buy and wear now.
The look: SEXY SECRETARY
Who did it: Perry Ellis, Marc Jacobs, Luella
The look: EVENING SPARKLE
Who did it: Badgley Mischka, Oscar de la Renta, Peter Som
The look: HIGH SOCIETY
Who did it: Oscar de la Renta, Peter Som, Tuleh
The look: SMOOTH AS SILK
WHO DID IT: Jill Stuart, Carolina Herrera, Nicole Miller
The look: BOLERO CHIC
Who did it: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Custo, Luella
Where to buy:
BCBG: 770 Madison Ave. (888) 636-BCBG.
INTERMIX: 125 Fifth Ave.; (212) 868-6551
HENRI BENDEL: 712 Fifth Ave.; (212) 247-1100
DIESEL: http://www.diesel.com
NINE WEST: http://www.ninewest.com
SWAROVSKI: http://www.swarovski.com
FOLEY & CORINNA: 108 Stanton St., between Essex and Ludlow streets; (212) 529-2338
BANANA REPUBLIC: http://www.bananarepublic.com
GAP: http://www.gap.com