Fall Fashion: Must Haves for Every Wardrobe

As summer winds down and fall sets in, every woman must step her game up to stay on top. Fall brings out the fight in us all, the fight to want to be the most fabulous woman we can be. Every August I go through my closet to prepare for the season. I get rid of summer clothes (unless it's still hot) that I'm not going to wear. I put all of my "business" clothes on one side of the closet, and I make sure my shoes are clean, polished, and in working order. A damaged heel can be the death of a debutante! There is a store for everyone and every budget. Take Gap, Inc.'s 3 stores: Old Navy, Gap, and Banana Republic. While I am partial to BR, I also buy clothes from Old Navy. Gap has disappointed me its last few seasons, but Patrick Robinson's debut line with the legendary American label is sure to make we want to take a peek. I've already found a dress I like from their new European collection that would look fabulous on my size 2 frame. So whether you're using your debit card, cold card, or platinum card, it's time to go shopping.

Here's what to buy:
-a black suit
-a sheath dress
-a fabulous silk scarf (try satin if you're not partial to silk)
-2 to 3 button down shirts
-a cardigan sweater
-2 pairs of slacks
-a knee length skirt
-cowl neck or turtleneck sweaters
-a sturdy handbag, preferably leather
-a pair of black pumps
-3 tees in varying colors
-a trench coat or pea coat
-a pretty dress for cocktail hour

Once you have these staples in your closet, you can build the rest of your wardrobe around them and plan your looks accordingly.

Stores I recommend:
Ann Taylor
BCBG
GAP
Banana Republic
Old Navy
Ann Taylor Loft
The Limited
Express
NY & Co
Macy's

When buying clothes, buy clothes that fit, or have a little room for growth. if you know you are a size 10, please don't try to squeeze into an eight. Sucking everything in will not help your look. Tight-fitting clothes in the work arena are not a good look. Be careful with prints, they will swallow you whole or add pounds onto your shape. If you're not sure what to do, contact a stylist, they are paid to make you look good.

That's all for now, happy shopping.