Yes, you read the title correctly, this Fall you will want to have a boot wardrobe.  With the great selection of heel heights, and assortment of over the knee boots, booties, and calf height boots, you will definitely want a variety of styles for your Fall wardrobe.

Feel like doing a little window shopping today?  Check out Neiman Marcus’s boot gallery of Fall designs.  I love these beaded beauties from Fendi:

 Fendi beaded suede bootie at Neiman Marcus

Don’t forget to post your comments for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Neiman Marcus!  Contest runs through midnight tonight and a winner will be announced on Monday.  Good luck and have a wonderful weekend!

I hope you have enjoyed the Fall Fashion Preview this week on The Stylish Planner.  What is the one item for Fall that has you swooning?

Handbags for the Fall are more sleek and refined.  Gone are the days of unstructured hobo bags.  Fall handbags have clean lines and interesting details such as clasps, bows, use of dual materials, rich colors, riveting and zippers, etc.  I personally love this design from Fendi:

 Fendi Contrast Peekaboo Tote at Neiman Marcus

 Leather Alexandra bag from Coach shown in Apple.

What do you think about Fall handbags?  Will you be adding a new handbag look to your wardrobe this season?

Don’t forget to comment on the blog this week for your chance to win a $50 gift card to Neiman Marcus!

So, I hope you are enjoying the Fall fashion preview all this week on The Stylish Planner.  I love Fall colors – they are so warm and inviting and most Fall colors are really flattering with my hair and skin tone.  A lot of wedding planners use Pantone for help with wedding color inspiration.  Did you also know that they put out a fashion color report each season?

Click on the report cover shown above to visit the Pantone site where you can view the report online and even print or download it for reference.  The report is worth perusing at your leisure and includes great commentary from several designers on the colors and how they used them in their designs. 

Hint:  Shown on the cover is Woodbine Green, THE hot color for Fall 2010!

What do you think about the Fall colors?  What is your favorite?

Don’t forget to comment on the blog this week for your chance to win a $50 gift card to Neiman Marcus!

Yesterday we looked at key wardrobe pieces for Fall and today we will look at the details we will see in Fall fashion.  Lace, pearls, fur and feathers will be seen on articles of clothing, shoes, hair accessories and handbags.  I love that the designers are using two of my favorite classics, lace and pearls.  Here’s just a hint of some of the luxe details coming our way next season:

Fur:  Fur, much like the other details you’ll see today, will be seen on dresses, coats, shoes, boots and even handbags.  While fur is a controversial material, you can find a selection of faux and the real thing.  Faux may be the way to go both for your conscience and your wallet.  But then again, this beautiful coat from Michael Kors is neither faux nor inexpensive.  I say go for it – think of it as an investment piece. {*wink*}

Michael Kors feathered fox cropped jacket at Neiman Marcus

Lace: The European designers seem to be presenting the best takes on lace.  We will see lace details on blouses, dresses, t-shirts, shoes, handbags – everywhere this Fall. Check out this lace print rubber rain boot by Valentino:

Valentino boot at Neiman Marcus

Feathers:  For Fall, we’ll see delicate sandals aflutter with feathers, dresses covered in plumage and feathered hair accessories as well.

Dress by Badgley Mishka, shoes by Manolo Blahnik can be found at Neiman Marcus.

Pearls: Now, I’m not talking your average, conservative pearls.  I mean chunky, layered designs mixed with edgy black chain links or any ultra interesting mixed-media pearl creations.  These are not your grandmothers pearls!

 Robert Rodriguez Mesh Pearl Necklace at Neiman Marcus

Do you love these fashion details as much as I do?  Check back in with me tomorrow when I will take a look at Fall fashion color trends.

Don’t forget to comment on the blog this week for your chance to win a $50 gift card to Neiman Marcus!  All comments will be pooled at the end of the week and one winner randomly chosen for the giveaway.  Simply tell us what you love about Fall fashion trends for your chance to win.

To say that I am very excited about upcoming Fall fashion trends is a gross understatement. Of course I love fashion all year long, but Fall colors and textures really make me swoon. Some of the Fall trends have surprised me, and others are classics that I love to see brought to the forefront by the industry. Here is an item that surprised me: The Pantsuit.

Suits shown above by Armani.

Some other items that may surprise you this fall are the types of outerwear you will see. Capes, vests and ponchos, oh my!

Vest by Bagatelle.

Poncho by Elizabeth & James.

Cape by Burberry.

Tomorrow, The Stylish Planner will bring you Part 2 of the Fall Trend Report and it is all about the “details”.

Don’t forget to comment on the blog all week long for your chance to win a $50 gift card from Neiman Marcus!

What Fall trends are you seeing that you really like? Let us know!

I am so pumped about next week’s posts on The Stylish Planner that I wanted to use today’s post to give you an idea of what is to come…

It’s hard to believe that my car thermometer actually registered 108 degrees earlier this week (true story), but it did. In the midst of the hottest days of the year so far, I am up to my ears in lovely Fall fashion goodness, including fur!

Next week, my hubby, my boy and I will be enjoying a long overdue vacation at Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Thanks to intel from my friends at Neiman Marcus, while I am away you will enjoy a Fall Fashion Preview – every day of the week!

On Monday, we will start with Part 1 of the Fall Trend Report, continuing on Tuesday with Part 2 of course. On Wednesday, I will spotlight my favorite trend for Fall. Thursday’s topic may be my favorite day as I discuss what’s new in handbags and Friday, well actually Friday is my fav day as we take a look at fall SHOES!!!! (I may have just drooled a little bit – excuse me!)

Honestly, I like what the designers have come up with for the next season, and can’t wait to share some great findings with you! Hint: you will see lots of feathery goodness, an old standard making a comeback, clean lines with leather, and two time tested classics are on the forefront for the Fall. You may only need to add a few key (luxe) pieces to your wardrobe and voila! You are ready for cooler temperatures!

When I return from my vacation, one lucky person will receive a $50 Neiman Marcus gift card just for commenting on the blog at any point throughout the week! Use the gift card to invest in that “luxe” item for your Fall/Winter wardrobe.

Thank you all so much for your support of The Stylish Planner. Tune in next week for all the details on the Fall Fashion preview!

I recently received a great Daily Candy article in my inbox that sparked my interest.  Called, Tech and the City, it highlights several tech products featured in the movie, Sex and the City 2.  Thank you, Daily Candy for introducing me to the term, “Techcessory:  n. 1. Any stylish gadget that serves the dual function of keeping you connected on the go and making you look cool. 2. An increasingly important part of your wardrobe.”

The Tech and the City article spotlights a beautiful, HP Mini "digital clutch" designed by Vivienne Tam shown in a scene of SATC2 with our favorite PR Gal, Samantha.  Who knew technology could be so beautiful?!

I love the idea of techcessories, and extending your style beyond just the shirt on your back, so to speak.  Since getting an iPhone a few years ago, I feel completely lost if it isn’t with my reach, and I’m sure most of you feel the same about your phones.  At the time of purchase, I went with a basic black, rubber case for protection, but I do find myself longing for a more stylish option.  Allow me to introduce the latest accessory, (or techcessory) that I have my eye on:

 Image courtesy of Kate spade

Yes, one of my favorite designers has a line of stylish iPhone covers.  Now my problem is which one to choose!

Do you have a favorite techcessory?  Do tell!

Everywhere we turn, people are talking about the movie Sex and The City 2.  Being a big fan of the show, of course I carved out time yesterday to go and see it.  Like any movie, it had it’s good parts and bad parts, but I must say I was thrilled with the fashion.  I’m also a big fan of a fashion website called Rent the Runway, and I’m pleased to say that they are offering many of the designs worn by the SATC gals in the movie.  Case in point, the soon to be iconic white Halston Heritage dress that Carrie wears in the opening.  You can rent it for $50.  Yep, you heard me right, $50.  Retail, it would cost you $325 – if you can actually find it anywhere.

Photo courtesy of www.shopthetrendboutique.com

Of course, I realize that you may not be a “Carrie”.  Maybe as a professional woman, you are more of a “Miranda”.   Or perhaps you are prim and proper like Charlotte?  And it is possible that you are more of a Samantha.  (If so, I’d like to know exactly why we are not already bff’s?!)  No matter your personality or fashion sense, Rent the Runway has a Sex and the City look for you.  In fact, they have made it very easy for you to shop the looks according to the style of your favorite character.  You really should check it out.

 Sex and the City 2 looks can be found on Rent the Runway 

On this last day of the week prior to a fabulous 3 day weekend, I raise my glass to all you stylish wedding and event professionals out there.  Here’s to you, good friends, great fashion and movies that encourage us to keep our glamour quotient high.

“Carrie” on.

Today’s post is from one a wonderful guest contributor, Christiana Greene of POLISHED "The Image & Style Consultants".  Christiana is a stylist that holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising from Philadelphia University in Philadelphia, PA.  She joined POLISHED in April 2009, where she’s able to put her passion for fashion to good use by helping women find their personal sense of style while emphasizing their best assets.  In her spare time, Christiana enjoys frequenting thrift shops, making jewelry, baking cupcakes, keeping up with the “green” movement and hanging out with her two dogs Toby and Bumper.  Christiana is located in the DC Metropolitan area and her contact info is as follows:  Twitter: @PolishedCG; E-mail:  Christiana@PolishedImageandStyle.com; Online:  www.PolishedImageandStyle.com.

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Whether you’re out shopping for the day or hitting the city at night, the perfect handbag or clutch paired with the perfect bracelet(s) are key this season.

There are tons of handbags to choose from, but I particularly love the shoulder bags and sleek statement clutches. As for the bracelets, I love nothing more than to stack them! If you’re not a fan of stacking your bracelets, get in the habit—just kidding…I actually recommend a nice statement cuff.

Day Looks:

Items in this set:

Chloe bags TAN

$1,785

matchesfashion.com

Burberry brit bags BEIGE

$500

matchesfashion.com

East West Messenger – Black

$795

barneys.com

Resin pyramid bangle

$355

net-a-porter.com

Dean gold-plated cuff

$240

net-a-porter.com

Dazli bangle set

$150

net-a-porter.com

Large Black Wooden Zebra Bracelet

$40

pret-a-beaute.com

Night Looks:

Items in this set:

Halston Foxy python-effect clutch

$1,460 $510

theoutnet.com

Maxine medium clutch

$1,995 $800

net-a-porter.com

BLACK KAISER CLUTCH

$925

alexandermcqueen.com

CLUTCH BELLE VIVIER PETIT

$960

mytheresa.com

Jungle Bangle Stack

$20

oasis-stores.com

Lauren by Ralph Lauren Bangles (Set of 7)

$68

nordstrom.com

GIVENCHY 10E3027-951 GOLD LEATHER/BRASS KM08W07

$500

farfetch.com

Givenchy Chain Cuff

$725

cultstatus.com.au

Bangle set

$430

net-a-porter.com

Chunky sterling silver bracelet

$245

net-a-porter.com

Amazon.com: GUESS Brown Leather Cuff with Crisscross Buckl, BROWN: Jewelry

$28

amazon.com

One of the reasons I love summer is that I tend to allow myself to be more casual in my personal time.  I’m a big fan of vintage t-shirts.  I could seriously kick myself for getting rid of some of the great concert t-shirts I’ve had over the years.  I’d love to have some of those babies back right about now!  Pair them with your favorite jeans or a denim mini-skirt and you’re good to go.

Anyway, everything old is new again, right?  An added bonus of vintage t-shirts is that they are a sure fire conversation starter.  Here are a few of my favorite vintage and vintage look t-shirt finds:

Top row from left to right:  RUN-DMC T-Shirt – $29.99, Aerosmith T-Shirt – $19.99,

Bottom row from left to right:  Janis Joplin T-Shirt – $18.99, Kings Of Leon T-Shirt – $19.99  all t-shirts can be found on www.slingshotshirts.com.