The new fashion season is upon us, offering a plethora of looks from which women can select the elements that will contribute to their best impression. This is easy enough to talk about, but much harder to actually do. So where to start? The key is to first have an understanding of the woman you are. 1. Genetic gifts, which are an immutable basic foundation. Height, eye colour, skin tone, body type. Work them to your advantage. 2. Today's woman: your measurements as you are, not as you aspire to be. 3. Your personal preferences: What you prefer to hide or flaunt. 4. Your personal comfort zone. This is very often dictated by your personal thermostat and idiosyncrasies.scarpe , 5. Personal necessities, such as daily realities like the need to wear orthotics or compression hose. 6. Your established wardrobe. What you have accumulated to date that you love to wear and wish to use as a foundation going forward. 7. Your lifestyle, as it impacts on your clothing and image. This includes profession, favourite activities, etc. 8. Your climate. The weather and seasons do make a shift in look necessary. Every designer has his vision of styles in fabrics and colors to move us in a new wardrobe direction.

This season, we'll see vibrant reds, purples, oranges, yellows and blues and neutrals of camels, greys, and good old black. The autumnal tones will feature earthy hues including rich browns paprika, mustard, mushroom and eggplant. There will be pastels and even summer floral prints tossed into the mix. Use your knowledge of the colours that flatter to select your best option - there's enough choice that you'll inevitably find a hue you love. As for the actual fashion items, there are trends galore from which we are expected to create our own version of ourselves. Tailored tastes will be appeased by the men's oversized jackets that offer comfort and ease into the structured mix. Masculine basics such as crisp white shirts, vests, trousers and sleek overcoats offer simple clean lines and an opportunity to add a mannish edge to a softer look. Mixing a "boyfriend jacket" with pencil skirt or feminine blouse creates the same effect. The classic fedora, narrow belt, or loafer-inspired shoes are enticing accessories, and there's an opportunity for lovers of tweed and plaids to update simple classics. The tuxedo, too, is not reserved only for the males. Once again, the woman's touch will give females an alternative to the LBD (little black dress). Just slip a tuxedo jacket on over nothing for a decidedly sexy look, or wear it with your favourite evening top or white shirt. Pants or skirts can accompany, and don't let the satin lapels or dressy fabrics fool you into thinking it's for evening only. The tux jacket can work well with sweaters and jeans too. Checks and linear patterns will appear in the context of a retro sixties look. Mini shift dresses, pleated schoolgirl skirts, coats and head-to-toe plaid suits will definitely pump up a wardrobe based on efficient solids. Alternatively, the garden flowers will not disappear when the frost hits. One dominant floral print item can create a fresh new fall look and extend the feel of a garden party into the festive season. Think satins and laces, roses and sunflowers. The true lover of a complete ladylike look will enjoy wearing bow tie blouses, suits with pencil skirts that fall below the knee and elegant three-quarter length coats with gloves to complete them. Pearls will be a must. And for the sparkling types, glitz is with us again. Sequins, gold and silver trims and items, all that glitters will attract those who love to shine. Whether it's colour, fabric or the styles for fall 2011, there is more than I can list on a page. The key is to add as much of a new element as makes you feel and look your best. Own your look and enjoy selecting from the huge fashion buffet that is yours to enjoy.