Puffer
"Puffer coats nowadays are more compact and slimming then they used to be," says New York stylist Meg Goldman. "If you're wearing one, you won't also need a big heavy sweater. Opt for skinny pants or a skinny boot. Break up the proportions."

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"This is definitely a more sporty look," says Goldman. "You wouldn't want to wear it with a suit or a pencil skirt."

The bright orange hue of this jacket is good for being out and about on the weekends and the faux fur trim detail on this hood will come in handy when winter strikes.

Uniqlo Down Jacket, $79.50, available at Uniqlo (546 Broadway) or order by calling 18774UNIQLO or emailing customer.orders@uniqlo-usa.com. Gap 1969 Always Skinny Jeans, $69.50, available at Gap.com Air Caprice Shearling Boots by Cole Haan, $298, available in Cole Haan stores (800-201-8001) and at Colehaan.com. (as seen in previous photo)

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Definitely the warmest and most durable coat on the market, a fuller length puffer will offer the best coverage against the elements.
Look for versions that have a little nip at the waist or come with a belt so as not to lose your waistline or your figure.

Megan (left): Nine West down plaid coat, $200, available at Grant House-NYC, Jackson House-NYC, Marshalls, Century 21 and TJ Maxx Urban Outfitters red scarf, $24, available at Urbanoutfitters.com. Urban Outfitters turquoise gloves, $34, available at Urbanoutfitters.com. Forever 21 Suiting Slacks, $18, available at Forever21.com. Fabienne by FarylRobin Footwear Tulip-cuff bootie, $200, available at Endless.com.

Sumaya (right): Landsend "Dory" goose down coat, $170, available at Landsend.com. Urban Outfitters chartreuse scarf, $18, at Urban Outfitters stores. H&M Black biker jeans, $35, available at H&M stores. Boots by Spring Shoes, $89, available at MySpringShoes.com.

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Military
This season, the classic coat comes many colors. The most important thing to remember: Avoid too much ornamentation.
"Though they're cute, epaulets are too 'Sgt. Pepper,'" says Goldman. "The more stuff you have on it, the greater the chance that you probably won't want to wear it again, which would be unfortunate with all the money that you spend on a coat."

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Tommy Hilfiger pea jacket, $220, at all Boscovs stores and Macys locations. Topshop Indigo Baxter Skinny Jeans, $80, available at Topshop.com.

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UNIQLO Cashmere Blended Cap, $15.50, available at Uniqlo (546 Broadway) or order by calling 18774UNIQLO or emailing customer.orders@uniqlo-usa.com. Kenneth Cole Reaction Wing Collar Trench, $148, available at Nordstroms.com. H&M black pencil skirt, $34.95, available at H&M stores. Air Milano Short Boots from the Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan Collection, $248, available in Cole Haan stores (800-201-8001) and at Colehaan.com.

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Gap Ultrafine Turtleneck Sweater, $34.50, available at Gap.com. Nine West Wool Double Breasted Military Coat, $260, available at NineWest.com. Urban Outfitters black leather gloves, $34, available at Urbanoutfitters.com. H&M Purple textured tights, $12.95, available at H&M stores. Air Sarafina Boots from the Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan Collection, $298, available in Cole Haan stores (800-201-8001) and at Colehaan.com.

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Buttons are an important component to the military look. Make sure they are good quality so they don't pop off after the first wearing. Also, the more antique-looking, the better!

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Plaid

The checked pattern has never gotten so much play. Tartan-loving fashionistas have plenty of options this season. Case-in-point: the a long coat, an au courant cape, or even a cooler-than-thou motorcycle jacket seen here.

Should you choose plaid as your exterior canvas, keep the rest of your outfit relatively clean so as to avoid looking like a mismatched Christmas present.
Which isn't to say that there isn't a place for mismatched patterns - lest we learn nothing from designer Dries van Noten!- but pick one item (ie Christine's leopard print scarf, right) and keep it in a relatively similar color scheme so the look is not too forced.

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Hat Attack hand knit ear muffs with fur trim, $42, available at Hatattack.com. Topshop Wool Check Poncho, $145, available at Topshop.com. Topshop Indigo Baxter Skinny Jeans, $80, available at Topshop.com. Nine West booties, $119, available at Ninewest.com. (as seen in group photo)

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TEEN TREND #1: THE BOYFRIEND JEAN
Slouchy, baggy, cuffed and rolled, with rough and ready rips and tears – this fall's jean looks more like a denim Snuggie than the figure-hating, leg-hugging looks of recent years.


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How to steal the deal: To make those boyfriend jeans chic enough for a seasoned trendwatcher, keep the loose, roomy shape. "But wear it less torn, the tear should be small if at all and you gotta mix it with a great shoe. " Even star moms are devotees of the boyfriend jean. (Case-in-point: Mrs. Tom Cruise, left) who is credited with bringing the look to the forefront of fashion.

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TEEN TREND #2: SHOULDER PADS
Call it the Bold Shoulder. "They're not exactly sculpted the way they were in the 80s, but you're seeing a lot more big shoulders," explains Bennett. "It's not the big, brazen shoulder or football player, but it's definitely got a little pad and bump at the edge," Bloch agrees.


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How to steal the deal: The key here is how you wear it, not what you wear. "For women, as opposed to girls, mix padded shoulders with obviously modern accessories and hair – if you're old enough to have worn it in the 1980s, you don't want to look like you're stuck there," Bennett warns. Keep your coif effortless, and those shoulder pads will look less Joan and Alexis, more Carrie and co. "Very loose and casual, this has to be worn with very light, airy hair – tousled and beachy, like a one-sided pony tail," Bloch notes, "And to keep hair young, if it's gonna be 'done', it should be shiny and not teased."

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TEEN TREND #3: NEON
The runways and catwalks looked like road safety PSAs for fall, covered in headlight and -line-grabbing neon colors: green, pink, yellow, orange. There were even slinky all-dayglo dresses.


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How to steal the deal: Hit American Apparel next time your daughter does. The hipster GAP is crammed with funky neon pieces priced at less than a lesson of driver's ed. "Don't spend a lot of money – buy it as a t-shirt to throw under a blazer," Bloch advises. Ditto a scarf or a tank top for a splash of brights.

If all else fails, one of those aforementioned slinky dayglo dresses (like Lucy Liu's) just might do the trick.

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TEEN TREND #4: LEATHER
Skin on skin's a major fall trend. "It's everywhere: dresses, skirts, motorcycle jackets," raves Bennett.



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How to steal the deal: "Think Moneypenny with sass, not motorcycle with gas," says Bennett. "Choose more classically cut pieces that have just been done in leather instead of fabric – a great simple sheath dress, a skirt that comes down to the knee made out of leather. The silhouette is a little more classic."

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TEEN TREND #5: THE STATEMENT BOOT
"The statement purse has been taken over by a statement shoe – women are obsessed with shoes because if your dress size goes from 6 to 16 any given season, you shoes stay the same size." This fall, it's boots that were made for vamping, from shoe-boots, platforms, biker boots.

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How to steal the deal: Focus on platforms and chunky heels. "Don't go for a four inch platform, but a nice half inch is comfortable for running around in and it's actually practical," says Bennett. "A lot of trends this season were born from practicality in this economy and environment."

Bloch thinks the statement boot trend is the one every woman, mother or daughter, should follow this fall. "With a thick heel and a platform, you could jump in that SUV and go hit the supermarket."

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