It may be spring, but it's not too soon to be thinking about the fall fashion trends - especially if you want to save money. These hot looks in fall fashion are in stores now, which means you'll be able to get more than one season out of each purchase.
Ruffles and Pleats
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From skirts to handbags, delicate, feminine ruffles are a must-have this season. You'll find them in sheer fabrics and adorning metallic satchels, so your only problem may be restraining yourself at the mall.
Bright Colors
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Black and grey are key players in this season's looks, but even basic looks are getting a punch of color. Shop for for yellow, pink and orange tones in everything from shoes and leather pants (if you dare!) to ruffled blouses and jackets.
Oversized Everything
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From jewelry to handbags and jackets, more is in for spring and fall 2009. We love the huge bags and oversized earrings - both of which are great ways to update your wardrobe without blowing your budget.
Trousers
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Sure, you'll find plenty of skinny pants on the racks come fall, but menswear remains a strong fashion theme (why those big-shouldered jackets had to make a comeback is beyond us, however). Choose a trouser with a wider leg and channel your inner Hepburn or Keaton, updating the look with a ruffle blouse or pair of booties.
80's Shoes
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Yes, the 80's are back with a vengeance! Get yourself a pair of shooties or wedges (suede ones will work now and in the fall, with tights) and, like, embrace, the most, like, fabulous decade ever. Totally.