The Ultimate Fall Fashion Guide
1/107Chanel Iman, backstage at D&G, in fall’s essential oversize alpine sweater. Goggles optional.
2/107In a city known for fashion as theater, Isabel Marant’s clothes stand out for their lack of pomp and circumstance. Marant doesn’t feign to design for Arabian princesses, nor does she throw four-figure price tags on shredded jeans. Instead, the soft-spoken Parisian has drummed up buzz with covetable, everyday pieces that girls want to wear now. Witness the frenzy that ensued over last spring’s fringed suede boots. Her fall collection is also loaded with must-haves, like rockabilly leather jackets and coquettish pointy-toed kitten heels topped with sideways bows. Oh, and did we mention that Marant recently opened her first stateside store? Your passport to easy French chic awaits you in SoHo, New York. —JANE KELTNER de VALLE
3/107Black pen Corduroy pants (we used Etoile Isabel Marant) Thick Thread Scissors Lobster Pot or other large pot Rit dye in black Large spoon
4/107Using the pen, mark the cords with dots where you want the tie-dye effect to be seen.
5/107Pinch cords at a dot, and wrap thread around the gathered fabric about fifteen times to create a small ball. Knot, cut, and repeat for each dot.
6/107Soak pants in cold water. Next, fill pot with boiling water and dilute the dye in it. Place wet pants in the pot, and stir with spoon for about fifteen minutes.
8/107Rinse the pants with cold water, remove all the threads, and hang to dry. Once dry, roll cuffs to desired cropped length.
9/107$285.
10/107Clockwise, from top left:
Aldo, $130.
Lesportsac, $98.
Lesportsac Boutiques.
Hunter, $295.
Tommy Hilfiger, $298.
Tommy Hilfiger Stores
11/107$100.
12/107$130.
13/107With her long chestnut locks, strong brows, and glowing complexion, newcomer Jacquelyn Jablonski is the picture of fresh-faced American beauty. So is it any wonder the New Jersey native landed her first big gig with Calvin Klein Jeans? "I remember getting a call from my booker after the casting, asking me to come by the agency," the nineteen-year-old recalls. "When I got there, everyone jumped out of their seats, yelling, ’Congratulations!’ with a box of cupcakes. It was the most exciting day for me." Not that things have let up much since. Jacquelyn hit her stride on the fall runways, walking for such fashion powerhouses as Balenciaga and Chanel—and the beach lover continues to reach new peaks. Recent work includes campaigns for Céline and editorials in Vogue. How’s that for a home run? –MADISON STEPHENS
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21/107MARIA VALENTINO
22/107It was only a matter of time before designers delved into the nineties. God (and anyone who’s been to a store lately) knows the sequin-encrusted eighties have been done to death! So when Phoebe Philo stepped back onto the fashion stage at Céline last year, bringing with her a fresh take on minimalism, she unleashed the floodgates. At the fall shows, spikes, frills, and all manner of embellishment went virtually extinct. The piled-on accessories of yore? So two seasons ago! Coco Chanel’s long-heralded advice to remove one item from your outfit before leaving the house would this season be better reframed to advise losing all but one. "I’m a firm believer in the ’less is more’ mantra," says Teen Vogue intern Media Brecher. "It’s uncomplicated and classic." Not to be confused with easy or boring. "It actually forces you to be more creative," she says. "The focus is on fewer pieces, so you have to find a way to make those pieces shine." Instead of using accessories to add interest to an outfit, Media looks for clothing with a unique shape or quirk. Her fall musts include mod minis, tailored peacoats, and skinny black pants—some of which she can simply shop for in the back of her closet. Added bonus: A lot of the season’s standouts are classics, so you may already own them! Of course, there’s nothing like a refresher. "Céline’s gorgeous take on the camel coat haunts my dreams," Media admits. Even model Jessica Stam is in the mood to shop. She recently tweeted: "After re-watching Great Expectations, Gwyneth Paltrow has inspired me to step into Céline and reinvent my wardrobe." —J.K. de V.
Aquascutum23/107A model on the runway at Aquascutum's fall 2010 show.
Calvin Klein24/107A model on the runway at Calvin Klein's fall 2010 show
Chloe25/107A model on the runway at Chloe's fall 2010 show. Designed by Hannah MacGibbon.
Chloe26/107A model on the runway at Chloe's fall 2010 show. Designed by Hannah MacGibbon.
Jil Sander27/107A model on the runway at Jil Sander's fall 2010 show. Designed by Raf Simons.
Stella McMartney28/107A model on the runway at Stella McCartney's fall 2010 show.
Marc Jacobs29/107Model Joan Smalls on the runway at Marc Jacobs' fall 2010 show.
Stella McMartney30/107Model Anja Rubik on the runway at Stella McCartney's fall 2010 show.
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33/107From top to bottom:
Vogue Eyewear, $90.
Prada, $260.
DKNY, $135.
Prada, $230.
Jason Wu, $285.
Ilori, NYC.
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36/107$315.
37/107$315.
39/107With a crush of It denim flooding the jean pool, it’s no wonder today’s tastemakers are drifting back to the brand that started it all. Levi’s hangs tough with fresh releases like Workshops—a series of pop-up community spaces and pieces celebrating traditional craft—and Curve ID, a shape-conscious sizing system for finding that perfect fit (no gap in the back!). If the label has taken over Tinseltown, it’s not exactly news, though—legends like Marilyn Monroe have shared screen time with it for decades. Yet Hollywood was probably the furthest thing from Levi Strauss’ mind when the San Franciscan patented the jean in 1873, reinforcing denim work pants with copper rivets. It wasn’t until the 1950s, when the company’s cult-fave 501s were co-opted by rebellious teens, that jeans made the jump to wardrobe essential. Now Levi’s forges ahead with of-the-moment styles that are on track to become the classics of tomorrow. —EVONNE GAMBRELL
Levi’s Shirtdress, $70, and Jeans, $70.
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43/1071. The Oversize Sweater
The extra-large sweater is one of fall’s key pieces—as well as the starting point for the grunge revival’s long silhouette—so cozy up to a chunky knit! Sentimental favorites, like this nubby cable-knit at Marc Jacobs (right), bring an added element of comfort. But the big, baggy fit means it’s no time to get nostalgic for crazy Crayola brights. Stick with soft neutrals or simple patterns instead.
2. The Maxi Skirt
Microminis have had their day! The skirt of the moment is lean, lu, and low to the ground. Though the maxi’s appeal lies partly in its floor-sweeping drama, nothing ruins an entrance like falling flat on your face, so look for a hem that skims the tops of your feet. Up the swagger with a slinky material, like velvet or jersey.
3. The Flat Boot
Flat lace-up boots are a grunge classic, so what better way to round out the skirt’s easy shape? But strap into the clunky work boots of yesteryear, and you risk weighing down your look . . . in the nineties. Sidestep unwanted flashbacks by swapping old-school stompers for a more modern, streamlined alternative, like this pair with sharp oord details.
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46/107$85.
47/107$115.
48/107$450.
49/107$106.
50/107$60.
51/107$391.
52/107$80.
53/107$135.
54/107$144.
57/107$135.
58/107$319.
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60/107$25.
61/107Pull out your calendars! Haute on the heels of last year’s hit Fashion’s Night Out debut, Vogue and its cohosts are getting set for a September 10 encore. What’s in store? A blockbuster block party hosted by Teen Vogue in New York City’s West Village, featuring an ASOS fashion show, a performance by U.K. sensation VV Brown, hot giveaways, and more. Designers are luring customers out on the town with one-night-only exclusives, like Eddie Borgo’s engraved-on-the-spot rings. Meanwhile, the official FNO Collection stylishly marks the occasion with limited-edition graphic tees and totes benefiting The New York City AIDS Fund—so you can check your shopper’s remorse at the door. —E.G.
62/107$30.
63/107$20.
64/107$25.
65/107For students longing to show off their fashion IQs, regulation polos and kilts can feel more akin to a prison uniform. Yet this fall, schoolgirl staples provided plenty of inspiration for ultracool designers like Proenza Schouler, who marched out color-charged varsity jackets, leather cheerleader skirts, and distorted plaids. While the label’s rebellious take might feel out of place in an actual school yard, even girls with dress codes can learn a few valuable lessons—whether that means stepping up a classroom look with major shoes or mixing in a moto jacket to take a skirt for an after-school spin. —E.G.
New York City student Josephine Becker shows how she works her uniform in .
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69/107Abercrombie, $60.
70/107Aeropostale, $75.
71/107Lucky Brand, $130.
72/107Aldo, $45.
73/107Supima BB, $80.
74/107Topshop, $90.
75/107Madewell, $160.
76/107Banana Republic, $90.
77/107Steve Madden, $130.
78/107Vince Camuto, $118.
79/107Rag & Bone, $273.
80/107Cynthia Vincent, $325. bloomingdales.com
81/107Daang Goodman for Tripp NYC, $34.
Trash & Vaudeville, NYC
82/107Sam Edelman, $160. lordandtaylor.com
83/107Land’s End, $40.
84/107Old Navy, $18.
85/107Forever21, $17.
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Jamie McCarthy/WireImage.com87/107Mango
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Spain
Heralded as the H&M of Spain, thanks to its trendy fare for a steal, Mango has upped its fashion ante of late with runway-show extravaganzas and berhip guest designers. Word to the wise: Snatch up Moises de la Renta's couture-inspired tees before they disappear! Mango's fall collection boasts on-the-money pieces like floor-sweeping skirts, tweedy menswear, and cool shearling toppers. Look for Mango mania to reach a fever pitch this fall with the launch of MNG by Mango, a collaboration with JCPenney.
88/107top, $70.
and skirt.
PPNY / GSNY / Splash News89/107COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
Spotted! Dianna Agron, Whitney Port, and the cast of cozying up to a certain German. The arm candy in question? A Berlin-based accessories label gaining popularity for its utilitarian bags spiked with quirky details like neon piping and oversize locks.
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91/107Bag.
92/107COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: The U.K.
This recently launched little-sister line to Britain's beloved mail-order clothing brand Boden is the flirt of the family. But the cute, colorful offerings deliver more substance than meets the eye. Everything is produced ethically and shipped using green packaging.
93/107tote, $59, and shorts, $89.
94/107dress, $70.
95/107$179.
96/107shoe, $230, and dress, $410.
X17online.com97/107The skinny is so last season! Ditch the rocker-girl act, and pull yourself together with a leg-lengthening fit-and-flare jean.
Ashley Greene gets up to speed in fall’s new trouser style.
98/107$195. L. Hermann, Newport Beach, CA.
99/107$169.
100/107$189. Akira, Chicago.
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103/107Ever since Alexander Wang led the charge last season with his smash-hit slouchy sweats—blurring the line between running gear and runway chic—sporty-cool looks have dominated the style game. Leave it to fast-fashion champ Charlotte Russe to go the extra mile with a fresh spin on the iconic quilted bag. In gray jersey, this riff on the ladylike favorite is anything but uniform. And for those keeping score, the budget-savvy price tag is pretty tough to beat. —E.G.
Charlotte Russe Bag, $23. Charlotte Russe stores.
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