Fall '09 Deceptively Discreet

Attn: Haute Child's predicted forecast for the hottest trends & styles hot off the catwalk and streetwatching: First off, pair everything with leggings for daring silhouettes. Exposed zippers are a must on tanks, skirts and dresses. Try bold shoulders like the masters of sharp edges in any type of fabric Proenza Schoeler or Jill Stuart. A favorite that will turn heads at a cocktail party and start all the gossip is the asymmetrical dress paired with the right tights and or booties. Short lengths are definitely best especially if you can get your hands on a pair of thigh high boots like the Rodarte's fall haute couture masterpieces. I was just as impressed with Versace's draped dresses and tops done with precision and skill. For a more casual choice a Boyfriend blazer is a must that can be worn with colored denim or those pleated cropped pants you've been dying to try. Obviously, classic lines haven't lost their shape like pencil skirts, cropped leather jackets and basic button ups. Did I mention along with bold shoulders, color is just as important especially in oversize jackets and handbags? Last year was all about the jewel tones, but the color wheel seems to have simplified like our savings to shades of violet. As for sweaters, neon isn't for the redlight district but when designed with taste it can be a magnificent statement like Marc Jacobs oversize wool coats in electric pinks. Regardless, a must have for your Fall checklist is something studded; maybe its a bag, pant or leather cuff but bold is beautiful day and night and no need for moderation. All of these trends and statements lead me to the season's reigning title of GLAM Menswear. True glam doesn't stop in the clothing but the shaping of the fall silhouette transcends through the iridescent glimmer tones of makeup. Like DuWop or Nars bright tones that work from day to night. Regardless, the ingredients for a knock-out fall wardrobe should include hints of sequins, touches of studs and all tantalized in glam, because even in a recession fashion houses know a fashionista wants one thing, that item everyone wants that was designed especially for her. Have fun.