I feel prepared for all of these! Well, except tuxedo jackets, but I’m just not a fan.

Oooh, thank you, this is a great little preview. Not surprisiingly, I’m especially excited about the color trends, specifically the purple and red mix, and the blue. I’m intrigued by the silver/gold mix and the tonal hues for tights. What I’m skeptical about are the longer full skirts, but I’ll keep an open mind. And I guess I should finally get serious about booties… I still don’t have any and often miss having this shoe option in my closet, but have found it hard to find some that are comfortable AND funky AND that don’t gap at the anke (hate that.)

But now onto spring. Will you post some spring trends and essentials, pretty pleeze?

Angie, would you do a Tuxedo Vest, as a more mixable alternative to the jacket?

Awesome- lots and lots of things that I love! Possibly the only thing on your list that I’m not feeling is the red/purple combo. My third grade teacher wore this palette ALL the time and it feels like an 80′s crazy lady look to me. Other than that, looks like I’ll love F/W 2010.

I noticed the tomato red too, love it. Also warming up to sequins for day, slowly but surely my eyes are adjusting to the look.

I’m loving it!

Angie, what exactly is a tuxedo jacket for women? Thanks

Sounds fab pretty much all around — super excited about the blues, booties, leggings, strong shoulders and mixing metals. On board with those already. Hurrah!

Yay!! I already own a ton of red and purple. I will need to stock up on leggings, but I’m not sure that booties are for me. I’ll just have to try some on with some different outfits to see if I can feel comfy in them.

Oooh, I’m liking what I hear! Can’t wait to try a red and purple combination (Sorry Ele!) and really want to find a pair of booties to wear with dresses. I’d like to try mixing metals, also. Thanks for the preview, Angie!

Angie, after you mentioned booties in your NYFW coverage, I broke down and ordered my first pair! I am glad they are sticking around. Thanks for the preview, the only trend I am not excited about are strong shoulders, but the colors sound fab.

Thanks for the color update Angie. What’s a gal to do if she already has broad shoulders? Will the fall jacket style make me look like a football player? Ha!

I’m ready…just need a tuxedo jacket. I dress up my denim anyway and often wear my black velvet blazer with denim in winter so adding a tuxedo jacket is a easy next step:)

I’m happy for quite a few of these – blues, leggings, booties (maybe I’ll actually get some wear out of mine now), black & white, chartreuse, mixed silver and gold – as these are things I have and like

I think I like the idea of red and purple, but I really need to see it done correctly and stylishly. Maybe its a variation of tonal reds/eggplants/purples? Right now, I just keep picturing the Red Hat Society (?) where they wear lots of red and purple in a not so stylish way. . .

Love: booties, leggings, all of the colors (except beige/tan), strong shoulder, tuxedo jacket
Ambivalent: roomier and longer skirts–means I’ll be banished to the petites department or tailor again. A-line skirts do look better when longer though, and even though I don’t look great in fuller skirts, they are a lot more comfortable than pencil skirts. Gold and silver…meh, I don’t care either way. I don’t wear enough metals to be concerned about mixing them, but I probably would do it without a thought. Colored tights: I like them but it’s hard and a bit boring to do a monochromatic look.
Hate: Sequins. I find them tacky and cheap-looking.

So, there is mostly love and virtually no hate. Sounds good to me.

I know I’m on the “slow to adopt” list, but the only things that excite me are the blue hues and the black/white combos. Maybe a sleek A-line skirt, but the rest of the trends don’t sound like they’re for me.

Paige, a tuxedo jacket is a blazer, either tailored or boyfriend style – with satin trimmed lapels and buttons. Much like a man’s tuxedo. Sometimes they are double breasted too.

did I miss a post about spring must have’s?

I really like this list, too. I’m especially looking forward to colors, booties and strong shoulder lines.

As for increasingly ubiquitous booties, I’m still wearing those croc Franco Sarto booties from two years ago. I’m stocked with A-line skirts (at least I think so), and should probably get serious about finding a perfect pencil skirt before they disappear (or will they?).

Yay! Exciting list. Me likey!

I like the sound of the fall season, I’m also quite excited about the return of a more minimal approach to dressing (think Celine), very nineties and wearable!

I do not need an encouragement to buy more booties but the fact they will see me through another year makes me very happy. I will definitely jump on the tuxedo jacket band wagon. Mixing gold and silver appeals to the rule breaker in me.

Fascinating post Angie!

I’m really liking the forecast! I haven’t yet found a pair of ankle booties that’s really satisfied all of my criteria, but I do enjoy the rest. I also am on the search for a sequin sweater that’s really well-made, so I’m glad they’re still sticking around! Looking forward to your spring forecast in the (soon) future, Angie.

Thank you! Love your posts on the trends!
My favorite is monochromatic look (perfect for petites).
Roomier skirts and strong shoulders are not flattering to my body type, I’ll pass.

I’m loving the sound of most of this! I have one pair of booties in a blue-grey and have my eyes on a more chunky bikerish pair. I think that the fuller line of skirts will pair well with more sleeker booties, and straighter skirts with chunky styles – what do you think Angie?

I think with the addition of some good red pieces to mix with my existing purple, I may be in good shape already for fall.

Can’t wait for more a-line skirt options!

Thank you Angie! It’s nice to know what to look for this spring/summer as the winter stuff goes on sale. I had the same question as queenie. Did you do this for spring? Since I’m new and just starting a wardrobe now, my focus is on warm weather clothes. The desert is already starting to heat up some.

Those with broader shoulders can still wear items with extended shoulder lines. Refresh your memories with this post:

http://youlookfab.com/2010/01/.....ay-or-nay/

However, if it’s not your cup of tea, they’ll still be plenty of normal tailored shoulders available.

Kim and Chelle, I didn’t go to Fashion Week for Spring 2010 so that’s why there wasn’t a report for that season last year. Nobody missed anything. We will be talking full on Spring and Summer from now one. The must have list is on the way.

I am very happy for booties!

Purple, leggings and tonal tights, mono combo’s, silver and gold together, sequins – check!
booties and roomy skirts – not for me just yet
strong shoulders, red, blues, green – love them and will do!
tuxedo jackets….for a MOTG? a waistcoat might work better
black and white – love it, but only works for me in small doses
Thx for update!

Angie, I love this type of post – it’s one of my favorites. All of these trends sound super fun. I really want a tuxedo jacket!