Back to School Shopping Top Trends for Fall 2009

Drapey tank tops were everywhere on the fall 2009 runways as well,cheap yves saint laurent, and for good reason – they’re the perfect thing to pair with skinny jeans or a tight pencil skirt for balance. Drapey tanks and tops also work well with structured shorts on warm fall days. Yes, they’re that versatile.
Hot Pink & Other Neon Hues
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If you’re feeling this trend right now, good news – you don’t have to wait for fall to start wearing it. Draped tanks are ideal during the summer (they keep you cool and look super chic), so why not try it out now?
You read right,cheap louboutin sandals, visible bras were an actual Fall ’09 runway trend. I know many of you were opposed to them when I asked Would You Wear… a Visible Bra?, but I thought I’d feature them because they are nonetheless a trend. If you’re into this look, there are many ways to wear it without looking trashy or showing too much skin – seriously,Yves Saint Laurent! I’ll have more on this in an article to come, but for now here’s some runway inspiration to get you going.
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Prepare to show some skin if you want to tackle this smoking trend for fall! Designers like Alexander Wang took otherwise basic tops and cut them to pieces this season for a look that’s ######y but not overly so. This would be an easy trend to DIY if you’re short on cash, but if you’re not so crafty, there will be plenty of cutout tops available in stores this season.
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As always, shades of deep purple, navy blue,Wholesale Colorado Rockies Hats, brown, burnt orange,louboutin pumps sale, and army green are popular color choices for fall. Muted tones just seem to say “autumn”,The Hundreds Hats, and will therefore be readily available at all the stores this season.
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Personally, I love the look of a technicolor top paired with black skinny jeans and a blazer, as in the Tibi look pictured below. Keeping all the pieces low-key and simple allows a bright color to really stand out. Over accessorizing is a no-no when you’re wearing neon because it’s the quickest way to look tacky. Keep your look simple but fun and you’ll have the neon trend down.
From left: Giorgio Armani, Veronique Branquinho, Miss Sixty, and Carolina Herrera
For fall ’09, fashion houses like Chloé and Nanette Lepore mixed fall’s muted shades with black leather – whether in the form of a handbag, leather pants, or boots. The overall look was toned down and earthy yet oh-so-chic.
Fall 2009 Fashion: Top Trends & Runway Inspiration
In case you missed it, I covered denim for fall a few days ago. Today’s focus: which shirts to wear with your fabulous denim and other bottoms this season.
Asymmetrical Tops
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From left: Michael Kors, Tibi, Rebecca Taylor, and Louis Vuitton
From left: Thakoon, Nanette Lepore, Marc Jacobs, and Jaeger London
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Now that you’ve seen all the trendiest tops for fall 2009 and hopefully have some new sources of fashion inspiration, are you ready to shop? If so, check back tomorrow for cute and affordable tops that won’t break the bank, plus tips on how to wear them for all different occasions.
Expect to see sparkles, metallic accents, and other adornments all over the place for fall. Whether it’s a pullover dripping with sequins a la Marc Jacobs or a sparkling cardigan a la Nanette Lepore, anything shimmery or otherwise light-catching will add polish to your basic outfits for day or night.
Rips, Shreds & Cutouts
There are tons of trends that you’re going to be seeing in stores this fall, so to begin, here’s a rundown of the main trends when it comes to tops for fall 2009. Since there’s so much to cover, I’ll get into the specific categories (basic tops,Oakland Athletics Hats, nighttime tops, jackets, sweaters, etc.) with options you can buy online in posts to come over the next few days.
Serious Shoulders
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One-shoulder and asymmetrical tops made my summer 2009 must-haves list earlier this summer, so I’m psyched to say the trend is here to stay for fall ’09. Sleeveless one-shoulder tops in dark colors are party-perfect paired with skinny jeans and heels, while a single-sleeved sweater a la Michael Kors (pictured below) adds unexpected edge to a casual daytime outfit.
Typical Muted “Fall” Colors
Draping
From left: Erin Fetherston, Giambattista Valli, Isaac Mizrahi, and Roksanda Ilincic
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Tops and jackets with strong, raised-up shoulders were all over the Fall 2009 runways. It’s a dramatic nod to the shoulder pads of the 80′s, minus all (or at least most of) the tackyness.
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The 80′s resurgence is still going strong, which means the ubiquitous neon trend is going to continue into fall. Bright shades of hot pink, cobalt blue, and yellow are all popular choices, but pretty much anything goes. Which neon color is your favorite?
From left: Alexander Wang, Marchesa, Doo.Ri, and Michael Kors
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Color trends aside, designers worked en masse with numerous other themes this season. If you’re in the market for some new fall tops, here are a few styles you can expect to see in stores everywhere.
Basic Black and Grey
From left: Twenty8Twelve, Marc Jacobs, Christian Lacroix, and Givenchy
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Fall 2009 Fashion: Color Trends & Runway Inspiration
One tip for wearing the cutout trend: keep the bottom half of your outfit on the modest side if you wear a cutout top: think knee-length skirts or jeans. When you show skin up top,Cleveland Indians Hats sale, it’s best to cover up elsewhere for balance.
The fall 2009 runways were coated in dark shades of black and grey. In one sense, it’s a nod to the recession,Wholesale Houston Astros Hats, but it also reflects the rocker chic influence that’s been so popular in fashion lately. No matter the trend’s origins, you can’t go wrong with black and grey for fall. They’re not only some of the most versatile colors that go with everything, but they’re universally flattering on all skin tones.
Metallic tops are going to be HOT for fall. Whether they’re shiny gold, copper, or shimmering silver, any type of metallic top will be perfectly on-trend this season. Erin Fetherston did an adorable metallic jacket that would add flair to a casual outfit, while designers like Giambattista Valli and Isaac Mizrahi did super glitzy metallic tops – perfect paired with a blazer and jeans for a cute party look.
To get in on this trend, look for tops and blouses with a boxy structure – shoulder pads don’t necessarily need to be involved. Pair a structured top with skinny jeans or an ultra-feminine skirt for balance, and make sure to add lots of attitude – it’s essential if you want to pull this trend off.
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