This fall designers pay homage to the best of beauty past. This season proves that the iconic styles and silhouettes of the yesterday can rival even the hottest looks of today. Looks from the 40’s, 60’s, and 70’s are recreated to appeal to the modern woman. I love fall and I love mixing retro pieces with my everyday basics and this perfect season to have a little fun.

Flashback to the 1940's when it was all about the dress. Structured or flowing, printed and tied with pussy bows, choose a great dress with a 40's vibe and wear it with a ladylike bag and a pair of ankle strap heels. Make room for ultra MOD looks from the 1960's. Simple sheath dresses in bold or blocked colors. Ankle length cigarette pants paired with flats with brightly colored lids and bold defined lashes. We still love the laid back look of 1970's Luxe, pair platform pumps or loafers with wide leg trousers, floppy felt hats, button up shirts with faux fur vests and maxi skirts.

Top TRENDS Fall 2011

Colors: Red, Plum, Teal, Mixing Bold Colors
Prints: Leopard, Polka Dots, Prints of Animals
Material: Suede, Colored Python, Faux Fur (in colors too)
Coats/Jackets: Capes, Ponchos, Kimono Sleeves, A-Line, Swing Coats, Belted Coats
Jewelry: Chokers & Pendants
Skirts: Longer, fuller skirts – Midi Skirts with slits
Shoes: the heeled military bootie, stacked heel pumps, loafers, and military boots, and Mary Janes
Boots: booties, knee high (try a pair in suede this year)
Handbags: Lady Like Bags, Vintage Designer looks
The Bow Tie blouses - in silk and in any color/print you desire.

5 Tips on Shopping the Trends
1. Don't take it too literally
2. Put your own spin/style on it
3. Unless you LOVE it - don't buy something so trendy you can't wear again.
4. Just because something is a “trend” doesn’t mean it looks good – (think Harem pants)
5. Take a child (under 10 shopping). They’ll tell you how you really look.

You can find all the looks shown above at Bloomingdales.com. Shop now for the Hottest Contemporary & Designer Fashion for Fall 2011!