For the 2009/2010 fall and winter season, we're going to see a lot of chunky knits gracing fashion runways. Now, when you think of chunky knits you may think of bulky and shapeless sweaters, but that was not the case at all.

There are several degrees that you can take the chunky knit fashion trend to. There are the normal chunky knits that are common most winter seasons, then there are the trendier chunky knits of this season that still have shape and lots of texture and then there are the extreme chunky knits that we saw on many of the runways last year. The extreme chunky knits are definitely not for everyone. This may be one runway fashion trend that should stay on the runway and the average woman should focus more on the trendy and normal knits that still give them some shape while looking trendy.

There are many different ways to wear this fashion trend. The most common is with accessories like a chunky knit scarf wrapped around your neck. This accessory looks great with a pair of jeans or trousers and a plain colored shirt or blouse. Add some knee high boots and you have a very trendy fall and winter outfit that will also keep you warm and toasty.

Another very common way to wear this fashion trend is with the chunky knit sweater. This could be a cardigan or coat sweater or a basic pull-over sweater. To keep in with the fashion trends look for things such as open knit weaves that give some hint of sexiness while wearing a chunky sweater. Also, electric colors like blue, purple, and green are a great way to add some color to your outfit if the sweater is a basic chunky knit.

Chunky knit jumpers and dresses are also a big hit in the fashion department this fall and winter. Look for dresses that still show off your shape and are not just completely straight up and down. If you do have a sweater dress that is shapeless, try adding a belt around the waist to define your curves. A great outfit would be a chunky knit dress with a pair of thigh high boots. It's a simple yet fashionable outfit that can be worn for a date night or a casual day look.

The most important thing to remember with the chunky knit fashion trend is to keep things feminine and be sure that you show off your curves.

Back to school season means the cool days of fall are right around the corner, and now is the perfect time to make the seasonal transition in the makeup department. The days of shimmering silver eyeshadow and bronzer of summer are giving way to a fresh new lineup of colors and bold color schemes for the eyes. Here's a preview of some of the hottest eye shadow shades to stock up on this season:

Purple
You may have noticed the flood of purple clothing and accessories in the fall collections of your favorite designer or retailer, and purple is also one of the leading makeup color trends for the season. Experiment with deep purple shades, plum and ashy grey-purple tones to find the best match for your skin color and eye color.

Rich Brown
Browns and earthy colors are always in style for fall season, and you can sport a neutral look for the season with a rich brown eyeshadow and brown mascara. If you want to create the smoky eye look, blend the brown with a touch of grey and black eyeliner.

Red Berry
Rich red berry shades aren't just for the lips. You can give your eye makeup a boost of color with a dark pink, magenta or dark fuschia eye shadow paired with black eyeliner and black mascara. Just keep the rest of your makeup as simple as possible to balance out this bold look.

Gold
A splash of glittering gold on the eyes is a great way to warm up your look this fall, and you can create a dramatic look by mixing the shadow with some eyeshadow primer or even water so that it creates a more vivid finish. This is a great match for special occasions and parties, but you can pull off a 'lite' version by day.

Dark Green
This is the season to stick with the bold and dramatic color palettes, and dark green is one way to create an eye-catching look. Think deep forest greens and green with a hint of blue to create a bold, sultry effect this season.

From rich browns and gold to dark greens and purple, you have an array of colors to choose from this fall season. Stock up your beauty bag with some of these hot colors for your seasonal makeover.

For the last couple of fall and winter seasons the plaid fashion trend has become more and more popular and it appears that this fall and winter season is following suite. Plaids made a huge showing on the fashion runways for the fall season and if you have been shopping lately you probably have seen several plaid clothing and accessory items.

When some people think about plaid, the first image that comes to mind is the lumberjack look. This is the look that you want to avoid when it comes to plaid. The key to plaid is to have the clothing fitted to your body as well as feminine touches to accessories, such as shoes and handbags. A fitted plaid blazer or even pea coat is a great way to add this runway trend to your outerwear while a feminine plaid blouse makes for a great look for work or a date night outfit.

There are all types of different plaid patterns and colors, if you want to pick the colors that look the best on you. If you want something more neutral, a gray or tan plaid would be a good choice. If you want a piece of plaid clothing or an accessory that makes your outfit jump, then a red and black, or green and blue plaid, is a good way to add interest to an outfit.

There are plenty of ways to wear this runway fashion trend as it is not a hard one to incorporate into the real world. A pair of trouser jeans with a fitted white shirt paired with a plaid scarf makes for a great casual outfit. A plaid dress that has a feminine touch with ruffles or a bow can make for a great option for work or even a party dress. If you are leery about having that much plaid on your body, then try for more subtle touches such as a solid colored dress with plaid shoes or a plaid handbag.

There are so many options to explore with this fall runway trend. One style that you may want to avoid with this trend is pairing two different plaids together or mixing plaid with another pattern. This makes for way too busy of an outfit and is better left on the runways than in your closet.

Everything in fashion makes a fashion "comeback," including leggings, the fashion staple of the early 80's that evolved from the rise of the aerobics and fitness trend. Since 2005, we've seen leggings evolve in stylish new fabrics and colors to either compliment or complete an outfit.

For fall, stocking-like leggings work best underneath a skirt or dress. Leggings are also a popular look for underneath oversized long sweaters. However, the only way this trend has continued to stay strong over the recent years, is having designers re-vamp the leggings in order to keep it fresh and new, offering prints and details to its simplistic lycra design.

Ed Hardy's Butterfly Skull & Roses Basic Leggings add an artistic flare to a simple wardrobe. These are best worn underneath an oversized solid color sweater or for a rock glam look that fits the Ed Hardy brand, dare to wear them with a pair of destroyed denim shorts, a simple white t-shirt and an edgy cropped leather jacket.

Some of the more popular style leggings seen over the recent seasons have been "liquid leggings" or those that reflect a patent leather look. BCBG Max Azria's Snake Legging takes that great look and adds a snake-skin texture for a cool must have piece.

Exposed zippers have been the most recent rave in fashion, and it has not gone unnoticed by designers who are adding this stylish detail to every garment possible, including leggings. Juicy Couture's Legging W/Side Zippers are a great way to spice up a boring outfit. Just slip a pair of these on, with a simple oversized t-shirt and some bold accessories and you'll have pulled off that effortlessly cool look seen by some of Hollywood's trendiest stars.

Leggings are a great fashion piece, especially for their simple-to-wear and comfortable style. Look for leggings to be around for a few more seasons and for their detailing to continue to evolve. Some other great styles are ruching, lace, and now even cut and destroyed styles. Whichever piece you wear, remember to keep the top simple...these aren't your usual step aerobics leggings anymore!

It's finally time to ditch the flats and sandals at the office and strut your stuff in some high-heeled boots. Fall calls for the return of the ankle boots and knee-high boots that show off your gams conservatively under a knee-length skirt, but how do you pick out something trendy and functional for those long days at the office? Here are some important tips for selecting the right style of boots for the office:

1. Avoid the stiletto heel boots. Stiletto-heel boots are among the top trends for shoes this season, but that doesn't mean they're appropriate for the office. While you might be able to get away with them under a pair of long black pants, they're sure to raise a few eyebrows when paired with a dress or a skirt.

2. Go for the chunky heeled ankle boots. Ankle boots are back in a big way for the Fall season, and you can find a variety of styles that are suitable for the office. Go for a chunky heel with a square toe if you want to stay comfortable and fashionable for those long days on your feet. Ankle boots are especially flattering with a knee-length skirt.

3. Save the over-the-knee boots for the weekend. Another hot trend for the Fall season are the over-the-knee leather boots. Definitely a style you want to show off at least once this season, but just don't make it at the office. This look is best reserved for weekends with the girls or date night.

4. Ankle lace boots are a definite fashion don't. No matter how much your inner rock star wants to play during the 9 to 5 hours, save the ankle laced boots for social hour. These boots are fun, flirty and make a bold fashion statement, but they're not a good match for the semi-professional office environment.

5. Try platform boots for casual Friday. If you're dying to wear boots this season but can't find a match for the conservative dress code, you may be able to get away with a wedge or platform heel boot (or bootie) on casual Friday. Take your pick of rich leather or soft suede in a variety of colors for a classy and trendy Fall look.

As we head into the fall months, one classic style that remains for fall and winter is again making a big appearance on the runways. Tweed is a style that never goes out of fashion, but this fall and winter you will be seeing much more of the wool fabric.

When some people think of tweed, they think of the dowdy, matronly looks of several years ago. Tweed clothing has gotten an update and it can be sexy, sophisticated and elegant. No longer are you only given options of brown or grey tweed, but we are seeing more and more colors such as purple, pink, and blue.

You can wear this runway fashion trend several different ways. The most common way to wear tweed is with your outerwear. Picture a fitted tweed pea coat or blazer for this fall or winter. Another trendy way to wear this style is with a tweed dress or skirt. Instead of going for the basic brown herringbone pattern, look for a purple or pink color. For a great work outfit, pair a fitted blouse with a pair of tweed trousers for the ultimate in sophistication.

There are also several tweed accessories that can make an outfit. A tweed hat added to a t-shirt and pair of jeans can add some drama to an outfit, while tweed shoes can add some effect to a plain dress. Other accessories to look for are handbags and scarves.

The great thing about this runway fashion trend is that it is a classic style that will still be around next fall and winter. This is a reason why you should be willing to invest some money into your tweed pieces. Knowing that you can wear them for years to come, makes it worth it since you will be able to look great for years down the road. Look for well-structured pieces that are made of quality wool and that will last. Also, there is nothing more tacky when it comes to imitation tweed. Just don't go there!

Last year, our feet couldn't get enough of ankle booties. This fall however, boots reach new heights, surpassing the ankle and stretching as far as over the knee. Seen all over the fall 2009 runways, these boots are designed with heels, flats and in stocking-like styles. To ensure this trend looks more haute couture, below are three ways to wear these thigh high boots right.

If you're planning on wearing shorts with you're over the knee boots, make sure they are boyfriend cut or a loose fitting pair. Avoid tight shorts or cut-offs, these will only give you that look we want to steer clear of. For a daytime look, rock a pair of over the knee flats like the Report Makee with ruched details. Then take your look from day to night, by throwing on a chic blazer and changing into a sexy pair of heels like Stuart Weitzman's Buckley buckle detailed thigh high boots.

Over the knee boots and skinny jeans seem to be the perfect pairing. For a rocker glam look, wear your favorite dark wash skinny jeans with a cool pair of wedged over the knee boots. Suede boots with detailed ruching adds the right contrast to differentiate between boots and jeans. Stuart Weitzman Sidezip boots are an amazing pair of suede boots, featuring an exposed side zipper (which we all know is a great ongoing trend for fall). Complete the look with a great fall scarf and cropped leather jacket.

If leggings are more your style (or just simply more comfortable) a shiny pair of leather thigh high boots are a great match. The Jessica Simpson Tulip slouched boot is not only attractive and affordable, but offered in five great colors. A printed tunic worn over your leggings and boots will give you a sexy bohemian look that's trend worthy for this fall.

Two fashion icons to learn from in the fall season are Amanda Seyfried and Mischa Barton. Look to Amanda Seyfried for muted palettes, and round out the style with darker, vintage edges like Mishca Barton wears.

Amanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried has a secret. She's not the wide-eyed airhead from Mean Girls. She is a beautiful, wide-eyed and modern Alice in Wonderland, with an eye for sharp fashion. Soft colors and textures enhance her look, and she looks at home with touches of school-girl fashion in her ensembles.

Known for Mean Girls and Mama Mia! expect to see more of innocent beauty Amanda Seyfried in upcoming movies Jennifer's Body, Dear John, Letters to Juliet and A Woman of No Importance.

Start any Amanda Seyfried look with a pair of lace-up shoes. Try peep-toes or a pair of lace ups with chunky heels, and a posh metallic shine. A pair of gray, beige and barely-there pink plaid shorts with an attached fabric robe style belt with a beige, over-sized cardigan. Add a matching hat and bag, white t-shirt and a pair of white tights. Add long strands of gold chains or a pink pearl necklace. Shades of white, petal pink, gold, as well as soft tiny patterns are all at home in Amanda Seyfried's wardrobe.

Mischa Barton
Ageless beauty Mishca Barton, who has a look and air of sophistication and a worldly, almost ancient knowledge about her, has looks in stark contrast with doe-eyed Amanda Seyfried. Her look is more eclectic, with more black and more contrast. Mischa can pair a flowing and chiffon sky blue with black boots.

Mischa Barton returns to TV, proving there is life after The O.C. Mischa Barton stars in The Beautiful Life, as a model. The show is produced by former model Ashton Kutcher. Mischa Barton's own style, she claims is eclectic and she has a habit of shopping vintage. Adding vintage boots to a modern outfit elevates your fashion style to runway status.

Booties are back again for this fall and are definitely a staple to have in your 2009 fall wardrobe. If you recall booties (mini-boots) made a big appearance in the fashion runways last year and were all the rage with celebrities and fashion trendsetters. It appears that booties are not going anywhere anytime soon, but the booties for this fall and winter are all about the details.

A big fashion runway trend with booties was the addition of chains. A couple layers of chains running across the front of the shoe adds some dramatic appeal to the footwear. Another detail that was seen on the runways was the use of buckles on booties. Even though these buckles served no actual purpose, they added a great fashion design to the shoes and gave them more personality.

Following this fashion trend is really not that difficult. You can easily find yourself a killer pair of booties that can get you through all of fall and winter. If you really want to spice your wardrobe up, pick a pair with chains or a buckle detail. Booties come in all different colors and materials. They can be suede, leather, or even wool. If you want to stick to the basics, then you can't go wrong with a black or dark brown leather or suede pair.

Booties can be worn with several different outfits. Despite what you may think, it is a popular fashion trend to wear booties with skirts, preferably shorter ones. You can even add some tights or leggings under the skirt as well if you really want to go all out with the trend. If you would like to keep your fashion sense a little calmer, pair a cute pair of booties with a pair of bootleg jeans or tuck a pair of skinny jeans into them. You can wear the shoes to the office, to the park, or for a date night. They are truly a transitional piece that can be worn with just about anything.

I don't see booties going anywhere and can definitely see them lasting through 2010.

It's almost time for two highly-anticipated fall events: a new season of Gossip Girl, and a new school year to wear your favorite fashions. What happens when you mashup styles worn by a true bad girl, Georgina Sparks and the Queen Bee who looks innocent but is really the fierce strike of lightening hiding in the storm clouds?

Queen Bee Blair Waldorf
Leighton Meester is a true picture of a good school girl, in her plaid. Blair Waldorf loves her tartan coats and plaid skirts. She completes further creates the illusion of being the good schoolgirl with her colorful and youthful tights. Always feminine in a skirt or dress, Blair Waldorf is the true Queen Bee, with a sting.

She further softens her look with girlish embellishments on her clothing, including puffy sleeves or long sailor collars. She adds contrasting color bows to shirts and adorns her perfect coif with headbands. Sometimes she reveals her power as the Queen Bee and wears power red, but she does it with style and modesty, with a pair of red tights or cropped jacket.

Really Bad Girl Georgina Sparks
If Queen Bee Blair Waldorf is the wolf in sheep's clothing then Georgina Sparks, as portrayed by Gossip Girl guest star Michelle Trachtenberg is a wolf all the way. Not afraid to wear bold black peep toe boots with buckles or a pair of painted on pants, Georgina Sparks embraces her dark side through fashion.

You won't catch Georgina Sparks in plaids or skirts, her style needs to wear the pants, to let everyone know who's boss. Think about Olivia Newton-John in Grease. What did she do when she wanted to be taken seriously? She traded in her layered skirt for a pair of liquid black pants, similar to those worn by Georgina Sparks.

Play the Queen Bee, and dress the part of the good girl, keeping your gossipy stinger hidden, or show the world your more jaded side, with a touch of bad girl style from Georgina Sparks' wardrobe.

Before you know it, fall will be upon us, so I figured we should start looking at some of the fall runway fashion trends. For the fall 2009 season it appears that there is no shortage of prints for clothing and accessories. We are talking about just about every print imaginable for fall clothing.

The fall runways consisted of geometric, plaid, floral, paisley, and animal prints. This fall season should be anything but boring when it comes to your clothing. Everything from shoes to blouses can have some sort of print or pattern on them. Now, this doesn't mean that you would wear a plaid shirt with a floral skirt, but the runways did see prints intermixed and used together in the same outfit. If you do choose to mix prints, remember to keep one piece of the outfit a subtle print that is almost like a neutral and the other piece could be a louder print, giving the outfit a flare.

Some people avoid printed and patterned clothes like the plague, but that does not have to be the case. It is possible to wear a print and for it to be flattering on you. There are plenty of clothing pieces for the fall that are white and black printed or brown and cream printed. If you want to be more subtle in your clothing and flatter your figure, you can easily stick to these more neutral and less loud prints. They draw less attention to your body, which many women tend to want to do.

Printed clothing can also be flattering in that it can draw the eye away from trouble spots on your body. If you don't your stomach, you can easily use a print to draw attention away from your stomach and to a feature that you do like such as your face or even your legs. The key to this is to find a dress or shirt that does not have a print around the stomach area but has some sort of print or design at the neckline or the bottom of the dress. This draws a person's attention away from your stomach to the areas where the pattern is.

If you are interested in following the runway fashion trends, then you definitely want to add printed blouses, shoes, dresses, skirts and even handbags to your fall collection.