7 key trends for Fall-Winter 2009-2010

We have already  talked about all fashion trends for Autumn-Winter 2009-2010.

But let’s single out top trends for new cold seasons.

Key Fashion Trend #1

Over-the-knee boots

Among footwear trends, Fall-Winter 2009-2010 offers the sexy over-the-knee boots which can be either called thigh high boots, thigh-length boots or thigh boots.

And this is one of the main must-haves!

Length of this boots can vary from reaching just over the knee to reaching almost to the hips.

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Lindy Over the Knee Boots with Hidden Platform

Thigh boots are made of various materials: leather, vinyl, polyurethane, or latex, suede, silk, polyester microfiber and so on.

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI – SPECIAL ORDER MIRRORED THIGH HIGH BOOTS

Many have zippers to make it easier to wear them, but some are constructed as pull-on boots.

The heels can be different too, but the majority have heels higher than three inches.

Juicy Couture Honey Over the Knee Boots with Lacing

Many designers added over-the-knee boots in their collections: Louis Vuitton, Prada, Marc Jacobs, Rodarte, Hermes, Alexander McQueen and other.

Celebrities who wear this trend with pleasure: Madonna, Rihanna, Victoria Beckham, Hayden Panettiere, Kate Moss and others!

GIVENCHY – THIGH HIGH LACE-UP NAPPA BOOTS

Read more about footwear trends A/W 2009-2010 >>

Key Fashion Trend #2

Strong shoulders

The Strong Shoulder is Back! Do you remember this 80′s trend?? (read about peaked shoulders here >>

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They are called huge shoulders, peaked shoulders, power shoulders, shoulder pads

Peaked shoulders is an absolutely suitable for wear trend. It is ideal for formal jackets, dresses, blouses and can be perfectly paired with fur, gloves or belts.

Diane von Furstenberg Thane Dress

The skinny sleeves and quite distinct shoulders looked smart when paired with black jeans or pants and a drape with shirt.

You can dress it with ripped jeans for a downtown look or pair it with a classic pencil skirt and pumps for uptown views.

Torn by Ronny Kobo Jayne Long Sleeve T-Shirt with Shoulder Pads

This classical looks are promoted by Chanel, BCBG Max Azria, Chanel, Donna Karan or Dolce&Gabbana and others.

Read  about other fashion trends F/W 2009-2010 here >>

Key Fashion Trend # 3

Chains

Marni, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana, Missoni and other designers featured Fall 2009-Winter 2010 lines of multi-chain jewelry and handbags. Chains are thick, long, bold.


Jessica Simpson – Jewelry

Alice + Olivia Chain Bag

They are made of gold, silver and non-precious metals, with color block pieces in tough black, white, red or grey.

Metallic chains are great with hot lady-like style: long dresses, suits, silk and soft cashmere.

Jewelry collections consist of oversized multi-chain necklaces ornamented with medallions, metal balls and oversized gemstones.

Pour La Victoire Paley Chain Sandals

Read more about jewelry trends for Autumn-Winter 2009-2010 here >>

Key Fashion Trend #4

Zippers

Do you like zippers? Then this trend is for you! Autumn-Winter 2009-2010 collections are full of zippers. They are on shoes, hanbags, outfits, on classic styles and rock-inspired clothes.

More zippers in your view!

Zippers are usually used to get in and out of your outfits.

And they’re also a border way to adorn your clothes. Zipper can add a little rock-and-roll or an extra flirty, teasing quality to your fall style.

JO NO FUI – CLUNY LACE ZIP JACKET

You can use Zippers to attract attention to yourself.

Draw attention there with zipper details on waistline. And remember that vertical zippers will make your the longest, leanest exterior.


Key Fashion Trend #5

Neon colors

Black, red and grey – they are so boring and so classical.

Make your wardrobe brighter with neon colors!

Neon brightness represent the disco era of the 80s. Contrast coral red, vivid fluorescent blue or bright yellow with a backcloth of black and white!

Tunics and leggings in these bright colors can be worn with denim or other basics.

Bright coats, neon tights, extreme-colored shoes – and your outfit is far more interesting then teh ones of others!

Colors such as hot pink, yellow, orange, electric blue and green were everywhere!

Read more about color trends Autumn-Winter 2009-2010 >>

Key Fashion Trend #6

Leather

Leather makes a huge statement again and it’s a very versatile material.

It’s waterproof, durable and looks great.

Leather styles this year are very rationalized, unpredictable and conceptual.

There were usual pencil skirts and leather jackets, and hot leather pants, but they don’t look boring or ordinary.

Leather can be mixed with a silk blouse or ruffle wrapped soft blouse or a sweater, paired with great thigh high or ankle boots.

The leather is treated like a couture fabric, both epitomizes and defies the typical rock image, with expertly constructed pieces that combine embroidery with a sculptural aesthetic

Rock on with leather!

Key Fashion Trend #7

Sparkles

Shine on! This was said to us by all designers in their Fall-Winter 2009-2010 collections. Dresses, pants, jackets, suits, handbags and shoes are all in sparkles and crystals!

BALMAIN – ONE SHOULDER RUFFLE SEQUIN MINI DRESS

Earlier sequins were worn for special occasions only, but now they are attached to casual dailywear outfits as well.

LANVIN – SEQUINED WRAP DRESS

Disco fever never looked so chic.

Alexander Wang Metal Sequins Dress

See full review about fashion trends here >>

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