Fall Accessories: Bright And Bold
Accessories are frequently an afterthought for women when they get dressed.
But this season, accessories are taking center stage.
The October issue of InStyle magazine (www.instyle.com) has the scoop on the trends for fall, and InStyle national correspondent Katrina Szish shared the inside info with The Early Show viewers Tuesday.
She says handbags, shoes, jewelry and more are vital for the latest fall looks.
They're not just functional anymore. Rather, they tell the world who you are.
There's an accessory suited for your personality or style, Szish says. There's so much to choose from, you can't go wrong.
According to Szish:
Bags
Purple Patent Bag -- Mulberry, $895; phone: 888.685.6856 for stores or www.mulberry.com
"It" bag: Purple Patent Bag -- Mulberry, $895; phone: 888.685.6856 for stores or www.mulberry.com -- purple is huge trend this season
Brass, Wool, Plexi & Lizard Bag -- Fendi, $5,040; Available at Fendi boutiques nationwide, for information call phone: 1.800.FENDI NY
Brown Faux-Leather Bag -- Matt & Nat, $135; www.mattandnat.com
Purple Silk Charmeuse Clutch -- Inge Christopher, $108; phone: 800.772.0418, www.ingechristopher.com
Silver Metallic Leather Bag -- Cynthia Rowley, $455; www.hobbyfob.com
Camel Leather Tote Bag -- Cynthia Rowley, $395; www.hobbyfob.com
Envelope Clutch -- Franchi, $220; www.hobbyfob.com
Shoes
Leather Flats -- Christian Louboutin, $595; www.christianlouboutin.fr -- THIS IS It shoe: Leather Flats -- Christian Louboutin, $595; www.christianlouboutin.fr -- metallic, '80s-inspired rocker flats are a must!
Faux Snakeskin Boots -- Cynthia Vincent, $595; phone: 732.663.1009, www.cynthiavincent.net
Gold Embellished Leather Flat Boots -- Hogan, $795; phone: 888.604.6426, www.hoganonline.it
Purple Patent Wedges -- Guess by Marciano, $110; at Bloomingdale's
Jewelry
Glass and Hematite Flower Bracelet -- Sequin for Badgley Mischka, $300; at Neiman Marcus
"It" jewelry: Glass and Hematite Flower Bracelet -- Sequin for Badgley Mischka, $300; at Neiman Marcus -- statement jewelry is in this season, no demure jewels
Cuff -- Nine West, $55; phone: 800.999.1877 for stores, www.ninewest.com
Silver Plate Necklace -- R.J. Graziano, $350; phone: 212.685.1248
Necklace of mother-of-pearl and cotton -- Renata Mann, $170, for more info see www.renatamann.com
Gold Plate & Crystal Bracelet -- Kenneth Jay Lane, $750; phone: 877.953.5264, www.kennethjaylane.net
Silver Cuff and Glass -- Sequin Jewelry, $225; at Henri Bendel
Austrian Crystal Bracelet -- R.J. Graziano, $125; phone: 212.685.1248
*red stone Ring -- M+J Savitt, $650; phone: 800.972.8488
*all other large, cocktail rings from Bendel's
Hats
Wool Knit Hat -- Marc Jacobs, $860; phone: 415.362.6500, www.marcjacobs.com: THIS IS THE It hat: Wool Knit Hat -- Marc Jacobs, $860; phone: 415.362.6500, www.marcjacobs.com; hats are a fall-must and Marc Jacobs showed them throughout his runway show
Brown Fur Felt Hat -- Patricia Underwood, $400; at Bergdorf Goodman
Camel Felt cloche with feather -- Lola, $215; available at Neiman Marcus
Gloves
Forget mittens! Instead, try on these sophisticated gloves. They instantly update any of your cold weather looks.
Pink Leather Gloves with Bow Detail -- Miu Miu, $310; phone: 888.977.1900 for stores: THIS IS THE It gloves: Pink Leather Gloves with Bow Detail -- Miu Miu, $310; phone: 888.977.1900 for stores -- ladylike gloves are perfect for the season, chic, feminine and come in a variety of styles -- long and driving gloves
Burgundy Wool-Cashmere Gloves -- Nicole Miller, $45; www.nicolemiller.com for stores
Yellow Leather Gloves -- La Crasia, $125; phone: 212.803.1600
Black Patent Leather Driving Gloves -- Carolina Amato, $150; www.carolinaamato.com
Silver Metallic Leather Driving Gloves -- Carolina Amato, $150; www.carolinaamato.com
Gold Metallic Leather Driving Gloves -- Carolina Amato, $150; www.carolinaamato.com
Black & Gold Leather Gloves -- Carolina Amato, $150; www.carolinaamato.com
Gunmetal Long Leather Gloves -- Carolina Amato, $189; available at Lord & Taylor
Gunmetal Leather & Knit Gloves -- Carolina Amato, $100; available at Lord & Taylor
Scarf and Sunglasses
Yellow Bamboo Wrap Scarf -- Echo, $58; www.echodesign.com
Sunglasses -- Christian Roth, $330; at Bergdorf Goodman, www.christian-roth.com
LOOKS OF THE MODELS on The Early Show:
All Natural: This is a nice way to incorporate the natural colors into wardrobe. Adds light, but it isn't too light for fall.
Dress -- Coley Claire, $456; www.pinklemons.com
Boots -- Banana Republic, $225; at Banana Republic stores nationwide, www.bananarepublic.com
Metallic Cork Clutch -- Lauren Merkin, $295; phone: 212.239.2459, www.laurenmerkin.com
Amber Necklaces -- R.J. Graziano, $135 each; phone: 212.685.1248
Rock Crystal Earrings -- ILI Designs, $128; phone: 678.592.4542, www.ilidesigns.com
Sunglasses -- Miu Miu, $149; phone: 212.334.5156
Well-Mannered Romantic: This is different than the romantic look from a few seasons ago. This look has more restraint. It isn't about overly flowy hair or dresses. It's about ladylike accessories that evoke nostalgia for withering heights. You will see a mixture of textures ... and feminine details.
Dress -- Julie Haus, $370; www.juliehaus.com
Patent Leather Belt -- Raina Belts, $215; www.etceteraonline.com
Felt cloche with feather -- Lola, $215; available at Neiman Marcus
Patent Leather Spectator Pumps -- Moschino, $460; www.shopbop.com
Velvet Bag -- Hogan, $1,100; phone: 888.604.6426; www.hoganonline.it
Resin Stone & Swarovski Crystal Necklace -- Gerard Yosca, $345; www.oliandlina.com
Swarovski Crystal Bracelet -- Badgley Mischka, $325; available at select Bloomingdale's stores
Rebel: This is a modified '80s punk-inspired look. The colors definitely make you think of the 80s. It's modern, edgy, and certainly isn't a look for the shy folks. This is definitely attention getting.
Leather Jacket -- H&M, $198; available at H&M stores, www.hm.com for locations
Silver Satin Tank -- Julie Haus, www.juliehaus.com
Gray Jeans -- Denim for Immortality, $198; available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Leather Ankle Boots -- Rock & Republic, $695; www.rockandrepublic.com
Vinyl Clutch -- Steve Madden, $38; www.stevemadden.com for stores
Leather Gloves -- Francesco Biasia, $150; phone: 800.865.5422 for stores
Necklace -- Subversive Jewelry by Justin Giunta, $1,400; phone: 212.679.0453, www.subversivejewelry.com
Cuff -- Nine West, $55; phone: 800.999.1877 for stores, www.ninewest.com
Ring -- M+J Savitt, $650; phone: 800.972.8488
Sunglasses -- Ray-Ban, $130; at Bloomingdale's or www.ray-ban.com
On Szish: Glamorous Gadabout
Jacket -- Julie Haus, www.juliehaus.com
Patent Belt -- Gucci, $495; phone: 800.456.7663 or www.gucci.com
Crystal Earrings -- Spear Jewelry, $189; at House of Petro Zilla, phone: 323.782.0424
Faceted-Mirror Bracelets -- PONO by Jane Goodman, $1,200 each; phone: 631.324.6666
Black Lace up Boot Shoe -- Sergio Rossi, $690; phone: 212.956.3304 or www.sergiorossi.com