Summer sales are in full swing now, which means it's a perfect time to snag a designer bargain.. and if you're looking to do a spot of smart shopping, pick up something in plaid for the upcoming Fall/Winter season!

It's definitely not too soon to be looking at Fall trends, and one of the perennial favourites has made a stylish comeback - perhaps it was the Kate Middleton effect last year, as the new Duchess of Cambridge has been a royal inspiration. Checks, plaids and tartans are back, and as usual, you can choose Read more: Fall 2012 Trend: Check, plaid & tartan prints for the new season!

Leather is the trend that keeps on giving, so if you have already invested in quality leather pieces this summer (plenty are available on sale right now!), you can skip this altogether, and know you're in good shape for the new season!



If you follow celebrity fashion, you will have seen some very notable leather looks on the red carpet in the past few months, and you are correct in assuming they were all pieces from the Fall/Winter 2012 runway. Leather has always had a reputation as being rather edgy, and while that certainly can be true, these new season looks are softer - you don't need to wear skintight trousers or mini skirts here. There Read more: Fall 2012 Fashion Trends: Leather dresses, tops & more!

Fall 2012 colors are both rich and natural, and if you have been a fan of yellow this summer, you will love this new shade of honey gold! If you also happen to be a brunette, this mustard-like color should be near the top of your must-have list as it's very flattering..



Color trends are easy to add to your existing wardrobe as you can choose pieces that best suit your lifestyle - if you need to upgrade your look for the office, all you need is a draped top (to pair with your current black trousers) or a chic Read more: Mustard & Honey Gold Color Trend for Fall 2012 Fashion

With Fall 2012 right around the corner, it's time to take a look at another key colour trend for the new season. And get ready to mix and match this with everything!



To sum it up - navy is the new black (unless you're wearing black, which is still the same black from previous seasons!)... and while you will see baroque and luxe styles next season, this early look at navy is more minimalist and elegant. Sharp dresses with a kicky peplum, soft knitwear, some colour blocking, and even a fabulous assortment of navy pumps & sandals!

If you work in Read more: Fall 2012 Fashion Trends: Navy blue - the new wardrobe staple!

You have seen peplum dresses on the red carpet, and peplum cocktail dresses have been quite popular this season.. but did you know the Peplum Trend for Fall/Winter 2012 goes well beyond evening items?

We have covered the fit & flared trend already here, and you might say this is an extension! Peplums can be found on everything this season - dresses, jackets, tops, skirts and even the occasional trouser (Alexander McQueen), which means you have lots of choices how to embrace the trend.

For the office, you will obviously skip the strapless dresses (!) and go straight Read more: Peplum Trend for Fall 2012 - new look at fit & flare