Fashion Forecast
By Leah J Chutko

Back in Black
Embrace the basics this Fall.  Look for classic black in touchable fabrics like velvet, satin, wool and crocodile.  Try a black Sinéquanone trench, flat Franco Sarto boots or a glistening Sue Wong gown.  Dress it down with black M2000 stretch jeans – a wardrobe essential for the cooler weather.

Russian Style
Combine military pomp with feminine embroidery to get the luxe feel of Russia.  Rich hues of merlot, plum and cognac accent black.  A satin evening jacket with a faux fur trim by Sue Wong or a Sinéquanone coat with large brass buttons will top off any outfit with flair.  Autumn is all about texture – pair up velvet with silk and finish with a wool belted jacket.  Look for embroidered and sequined scarves to bring out colour and richness.

Call of the West
Cowboy goes glam!  Begin with a stunning pair of Streets Ahead embellished jeans then add accents; a Leatherock belt with a big bejeweled buckle; Franco Sarto croco cowboy boots; a chunky wood and leather necklace.  Try a jewel encrusted denim jacket with a velvet prairie skirt and tooled suede boots.  Punch out earth tones with rich brights such as orange, green and plum.  Go casual with a slouchy cable-knit sweater and a rustic pair of vintage denim Blue Cult jeans tucked into suede or shearling boots.