The most refreshing trend of the season is bright, bold colors. Work this look by pairing your basic winter neutrals with electric shades that will liven things up.
William Okpo Fall 2012 runway.
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Bold Brights
Jad Ghandour Fall 2012 runway.
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Bold Brights
Cushnie et Ochs Fall 2012 runway.
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Bold Brights
Tracy Reese Fall 2012 runway.
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Sheer Pleats
Between panels of solid fabrics were see-through chiffon or softer fabric layers — a change from heavy winter garments. This look is a subtle but sexy way to update your typical thigh-high split.
Rebecca Taylor Fall 2012 runway.
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Sheer Pleats
Tadashi Shoji Fall 2012 runway.
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Sheer Pleats
BCBGMAXAZRIA Fall 2012 runway.
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Sexy Leather
Leather truly is timeless, but it seems to be more popular now than ever. When shopping for pieces like a pussybow blouse or bodycon dress, switch it up and go for a leather look.
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Sexy Leather
Jill Stuart Fall 2012 runway.
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Sexy Leather
Herve Leger Fall 2012 runway.
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Sexy Leather
Rachel Roy Fall 2012 runway.
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Ladies in Red
Red is the new black, or better yet the best color to pair it with this season. This sultry shade has the most impact in a solid dress, but transforms an entire outfit when worn in separate pieces like a hot blazer.
Diane von Furstenberg Fall 2012 runway.
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Ladies in Red
Zac Posen Fall 2012 runway.
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Ladies in Red
Custo Barcelona Fall 2012 runway.
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Print Power
The only rule to wearing prints this season is to mix and match as you please. Pair plaids with stripes, or one indigenous print with another — just go wild.