People Style Watch is a fun and easy way to keep track of all the trends as they happen in Hollywood. It’s like an interactive game as you get to vote on different polls like the who wore it better Fashion Faceoff or the 5 most Shopped Celeb Looks, plus it really helps keeping one up on new fashions and where to find them.

As seen in the October 2008 StyleWatch, one of the upcoming trends for this fall season is Feathers.

Feathers and plumes of the favored ostrich, peacock, pheasant and marabou have been seen on many of the runway shoes this fall. Donna Karen, Ralph Loren and Christian Lacroix have all used fine plumes as trim, skirts or other delicate details. The look becomes graceful, sensous, and a bit ephemeral.  While most of us don’t have a reason for a full feathered gown, as with any hot trend, touches of this fun accent have begun and the ripple effect is happening. Feathered headbands, purses and jewelry have been making waves or, if you like obvious puns, ruffling feathers for a bit now.

In StyleWatch, we have all sorts of celebs finding their flock. Renee Zellweger, Leighton Meester, Rachel Bilson all have got on this feathered trend train. But, we are most thrilled to see Gossip Girl’s Nicole Fiscella shown wearing Alex and Ani’s feather earrings.

Loehmann’s loves it when we can feature a fab find at a great low price for you. Alex and Ani has become one of the greatest scores. Loehmann’s brought you their Signature Expandable Bangles back in August. Being a wonderful jewelry designer, out of wonderful materials, with a wonderful intent can only be better when you are right on the cutting edge of trends, and then, can be had for less than retail price.

This month, Loehmann’s will be getting in a lovely shipment of Alex and Ani feathered earrings.

Like the ones shown in People’s StyleWatch; delicate, boho-chic, and so naturally pretty.  For less than you would ever pay elsewhere, you can get on this feathered trend as well.

You’ll want to fly on over.

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Even though we are still sweating through the height of the summer heat, in the world of fashion, we have fully moved into fall. That means the style barameters can already begin to detect which trends will be hailing down on us when the cooler weather comes to town. While by no means is this the full list of what you can start looking for to express your true inner fashionista, it’s a nice little rundown of trends seen on the runway.

Fringe Elements:

Continuing with the beloved hippie slash boho feels, this fall sees a return of suede fringe. Donning accessories from boots to bags, this is a bit more conservative fringe than the original 1970’s ancestor. Not crazy long and not overdone ( yet!), we are seeing a more minimalist, simple fringe. Almost like an accessory on an accessory, but it is a nice refreshing change.

As with so many things, the key is to not overdo too much of a good thing. Continue to keep the look sleek, minimal and modern. Pair your favorite fringe with sleek classsics so you don’t look like a 1970’s closet hangover. Skinny jeans and ribbed sweaters provide a clean backdrop for dripping suede. Show off a pair of to die for frigged boots with simple shift dresses and solid color tights or leggings.

Peeking at Peeps:

If you got on the trend wagon last year, you can continue to ride the peep train.  The Peep Toe ankle bootie is back again this fall with even more styles to choose from.

Not a full shoe, nor a whole boot, or even a sandal, yet somehow all and inbetween, we have been seeing the bootie on the runways and celebrities for some time now.  Almost always with a serious heel and hitting just at the ankle, they go great with jeans: the skinnier the better! Think a sleek 80’s retro and pair them with dark leggings and a short skirt or dress.

Denim gets accessorized:

There are two looks in jeans that we shall be seeing an increase of this fall: More hardwear and distressing.

Zippers will appear on more than just flys. On pockets in interesting directions, they add some nice interest to one of the favorite closet staples. Other lines are producing denim with rocking stud details and additional design rivits.

In addition to the various washes, distressing has followed the natural progression of wear and artistically applied holes are showing up in knees and thigh areas.

Box or Bag?

The most useful of fashion accesories, the designer handbag, has two new looks for fall as well.

Continuing with a modern sleeking, think medium purse meets laptop carrybag and you have the look of the flat shoulder bag.  They are a bit more professional and can easily move into the workplace, yet can still hold all the essentials. These bags sport a well needed shoulder strap allowing for life on the go. Talk on your I-phone, look at discounted price tags at Loehmanns and still know where everything else important is: perfect!

The super friendly carry all bag also has a new twist:  drawstring openings. The baggy lines of some of our favorite designer handbags get even softer with this new trend in un-hardwear.  Your bag can now open W I D E to carry just about anything you need, plus is sometimes finished with a knot, or a bow, or our first fall trend- the sueded fringe.

Which leads us back full circle, and hopefully leaves you excited for this year’s fall fashion trends!

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