Fall 2011 Runway Trend: Bright Separates

It's tempting to turn to a palette of black, black and black as the temperature begins to dip, but these structured styles in rich, unexpected color combinations found on the fall runways are sure to lure you away from neutral territory. Stick to classic sportswear shapes, and you'll be a ray of sunshine come fall. On-trend colors to try this season include posy pink, burnt orange, fuchsia, tangerine and rose—with some camel and cream mid in for good measure.

You can't go wrong when it comes to saturated separates; wear the same tone from head-to-toe or mix and match your way to a cool color-blocked outfit. There's no need to start your back-to-school wardrobe from scratch. Statement pieces like bold belts and vibrant jackets will liven up last year's basics, providing a refreshing pop or two of color. With clothing this colorful, you're bound to make a big impression on all of your classmates.