Everything She Wants

Fall is our favorite fashion season. We love wearing casual wardrobe staples like dark denim, leather boots, vintage-inspired blouses and chunky sweaters paired with wide-legged trouser pants, and of course, lots and lots of stripes.  Plus, pops of color, luxe coats and heeled booties are an easy way to spice up any autumn ensemble. And unlike other seasons, certain fall trends tend to stay en vogue perennially. To assist you with your wardrobe prep, here a few fall looks you may already own (or you can snag on sale): Stripes are always in style.  And the color-blocking trend is still going strong.  This look is from Ann Taylor. A cropped jean jacket is so casually chic. Pair it with a cropped top and copper colored jeans or khakis.  This look is from Raven Jeans. Heeled ankle boots in fun colors will make any outfit pop. These are from Magnanni Shoes. A cape coat is a dramatic piece to incorporate into your  fall wardrobe. ...

The original slimming fit jean, NYDJ (Not Your Daughter's Jeans), is back with a bevy of trendy new styles for Fall 2012. From velvety smooth colored cords to coated and python printed denim, NYDJ has you covered.   Everything She Wants got a sneak peek of the premium denim line's cool fall collection. Here's your first look. I'm not used to flaunting my curves, but these "Venetian Rose" corduroy leggings from NYDJ fit like a glove. And thanks to sizing that suits the more mature figure, I can wear a size 6! Photos by Kristen Somody Whalen

Bright colors.  Safari and floral prints. Crisp white separates.  And plenty of stripes.  These trends -- perfect for your next picnic in the park, beach getaway or casual Friday -- dominate LOFT's collection for summer 2012. Everything She Wants got a sneak peek and here are some of my favorite looks (prices range from $39.50).  To find these looks and more, shop a LOFT store near you or online . Stripes are a staple in my wardrobe, so I'm glad they're still en vogue for summer 2012. Stand out in the crowd in these funky safari print pants. Make a statement in white from head to toe this summer. How pretty is this yellow, floral print maxi dress? This elegant A-line dress can easily transition from day-to-night. Color-blocking is hot for spring and summer. Mix and match bold colors with confidence. Images courtesy of LOFT.

Everything She Wants adores NYDJ (Not Your Daughter's Jeans). Thanks to the smoothing Lift Tuck technology, they flatter the post-Forever 21 figure in all the right places.  And my ego enjoys that I tend to wear a size smaller in NYDJ styles. NYDJ spring styles. For spring/summer 2012, the brand has embraced the hot color trend with jeans in Sage Brush, Coral Reef, Sunflower, Purple Lily, Pomegranate, Persimmon, Sunkiss, Blue Bell, Aquamarine, Fuchsia and Optic Black.  My favorite, however, is the Clover Green pair of jeans I was gifted at NYDJ's spring preview.  They're perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any day, and all my friends will be green with envy when I wear them. Me in my new Clover Green jeans. Me holding a pair of NYDJ's groovy wide-legged sailor trousers. Photos by Kristen Somody Whalen Many of the brand's new silhouettes are available in the aforementioned color palettes, including the Alisha Skinny, Carmen Cuffed Crop, Fiona ...

Did you know that Porsche, the maker of fine automobiles, also makes fine designer clothing? On trend for spring/summer 2012, the Porsche Design luxury brand's Women's Fashion Collection is full of color -- dominated by raspberry.  The product line has expanded beyond leather jackets and premium jeans, to include silk blouses and scarves. Porsche's innovative RawTec line, however, which was introduced during Fashion Week in Autumn/Winter 2011 is still a top seller.  Thanks to the use of full-grain lambskin leather, with nappa finish on the inside, these leather jackets don't need a lining at all and stay cool enough to wear comfortably during summer months.   It's so fly that the RawTec Blazer was recently awarded the international red dot product design award for 2012. Don't you want one? The Porsche Design luxury brand is available in Porsche stores and select posh retailers. 

A few weeks ago I blogged about wearing white jeans by  Not Your Daughter's Jeans . Thanks to NYDJ's Tummy Tuck technology, the jeans are slimming and figure-flattering for women who have outgrown shopping in the junior's department. Everything She Wants got a sneak peek of the fall/holiday 2011 collection, and NYDJ has all of the hottest trends including skinny jeans, leggings, bright colors like royal blue and cardinal red, and 70s' inspired flared and wide-legged styles.  I picked out a funky flared pair. NYDJ is available at select department stores and can now be purchased online . Photos by Kristen Somody Whalen/Courtesy of NYDJ