Five fashion trends to wear this fall

From ladylike layers to colour-blocked pieces, here are the season's must-wear items

By Off-figure product photos: Erik Putz; Runway photos: Imaxtree

Updated November 2, 2012

Black quilted bomber jacket, black quilted runners, black quilted purse, Proenza Schouler Runway

Runway: Christian Dior

Dress up in ladylike layers

As the fall weather rolls in, it's time to amp up those accessories! Show off a feminine silhouette with a long, full skirt and a cinched waist, thin leather gloves and a posh purse.

Accessories report: Six ladylike pieces to help you rock this trend.

Christian Dior runway, pink pleated skirt, structured bag, gloves, cinched waist, quilted blazer, ladylike

Runway: Christian Dior

Join the block party

The quickest way to look polished? Throw on a bold, colour-blocked piece for instant style without the fuss.

Dress, $295, Lacoste. Equipment shirt, $270, Simms Sigal & Co. Pants, $465, Dennis Merotto. Bag, $70, H&M. Sweater, $49, Joe Fresh. Shoes, $170, Geox.

Colour-blocked clothing, pants, shoes, dress, BCBG Max Azria

Runway: BCBG Max Azria

Add edge with quilting

This sport yet elegant texture takes traditional leather pieces to the next level of cool.

Jacket, $588, Roots. Bag, $210, Shoes, $120, Geox.

Runway: Proenza Schouler

Look haute in houndstooth

Take inspiration from the runway and mix various sizes of this vintage print for a modern feel.

Coat, $229, Spanner. Anne Klein bag, $115, Madison Shoes.

Get marooned

Brick, burgundy, black cherry and wine — soak up this season's hottest shade from head to toe!

Coat, $215, Banana Republic. Top, $130, H&M. Vince Camuto sunglasses, $67, not available at press time. Pants, $29, Joe Fresh. Belt, $50, Banana Republic. Sweater, $130, Esprit. Bag, $199, Danier. Shoes, $80, Winners.

Maroon clothing, maroon leather, burgundy clothing, wine, black cherry, dark red pants, belt, maroon trench coat

Runway: Nanette Lepore

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