Gold is not only an excellent investment but it is also an excellent addition to your wardrobe. Step out for a night on the town in a full on gold dress or to the office with some accessory bling.  Wherever you go, make sure to get in on the gold rush and incorporate this trend into your style.   There are different shades of gold, including metallic, rose and vegas. And there are different ways to wear these varying shades.  We have done the digging and discovered these fabulous fashion nuggets for you.

Rock Out In Metallic Gold

We like this Maggy London Sleeveless Silk Dress from Nordstrom, Westside Pavilion, $148.

To avoid looking too busy in metallic, build an entire outfit around one solid metallic print.  Brown-eyed redheads, brunettes and people with black hair who have a golden skin undertone stand out in metallic gold.   We like this Maggy London Sleeveless Silk Dress from Nordstrom, Westside Pavilion, $148.  The bateau-neck dress is classy and the bubble hem gives it a fun feel – a far cry from the metallic of the 80s.

Everything’s coming up Rose Gold

We like this Michael Kors Runway Rose Gold Watch from Kitson, Santa Monica Place, $250.

Accessories like earrings, necklaces, belts and watches are popping up everywhere in rose gold.  Rose gold compliments strawberry blondes or blonde with very white skin, skin with red or pink undertola 2daynes.  We like this Michael Kors Runway Rose Gold Watch from Kitson, Santa Monica Place, $250.  This watch is oversized, giving it a sporty feel while the rose gold allows you to wear it anytime, anywhere.

Feel lucky in Vegas Gold

We like this rouched logo plate wristlet at Express, $22, The Oaks.

To really add some flash, go with bright shiny vegas gold.  Stay away from looking like a gold digger and tone this style down.  A bright wristlet keeps you on the money with fashion.  We like this rouched logo plate wristlet at Express, $22, The Oaks.

The new fashion momentum is bringing back old-world glamour and reintroducing pearls as fresh go-to accessories and embellishments for the season.  Pearls may have temporarily gotten a bad rap for being the costume jewelry of your frumpy Aunt, or it may conjure images of beaded puff-sleeved wedding gowns from three decades ago — but these aren’t those pearls.

Your favorite retailers, your celebrity style gurus, clothing and jewelry designers everywhere have taken notice of this time defying trend and are piling them on — adorning cardigans, pairing them with metallic chains and ribbons in rich necklaces, and topping off chunky cocktail rings.  Pearls are the quintessential accessory for fall and winter — you want them.

Here’s a peek at the top three ways we like to wear them:

Cultured Couture

We snagged this one from Metropark at The Oaks ($20.30).

Pearl necklaces are traditional, sure, but have gotten a makeover for a little twist.  Look for tiers of mixed mediums—edgy chains, whimsical ribbons and glittering beads offset the refined sass of perfect pearls.  Top off any look—night or day—with this versatile piece for an instant style update.  We snagged this one from Metropark at The Oaks ($20.30).

Pearls of Wisdom

Macy’s at Lakewood Center ($38).

We can learn a thing or two about style from those trend-setters of yesteryear.   Pearls have long been lauded as lust-worthy—and now we’re seeing them from inventive new angles.  We’re positively purring about the latest pearl-studded tops and sweaters—choose a blast from the 80s past, like this scoop neck sweater tunic we saw at Macy’s at Lakewood Center ($ 38) or curl up in a pearl adorned cardigan for a sweet and tidy take on the look.

Pearly Mates

New York & Company at The Shops at Montebello ($16.95).

Get attached to a signature pearl accessory with a little weight to it.  Look for clustered pearl and gem cocktail rings, or a pearl-laden cuff bracelets and call attention to a trend-forward statement piece for the season.   You can find these fun holiday looks at every price point — we love this one from New York & Company at The Shops at Montebello ($16.95).

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Purchase Here:  Pile On The Pearls

Winter seems to always sneak up on us  –  is your closet stocked with this season’s on-trend necessities? With so many stylish trends and looks to choose from, the task of narrowing down what to buy and what to pass on by can be daunting.

Want to know what will be in our closet this year?  We’ve pared the season’s trends down to our top five faves to give you a lust-worthy, and essential, list to shop from.  Included in this Style Seen Daily trend report:  Faux fur, leopard, gold, over the knee boots, and red lips.

#1 THE MUST-HAVE ACCESSORY:  Faux Fur

Model Iwona Lis in outfit provided by Los Cerritos Center. Foreign Exchange Faux fur vest: $44.

It’s a fur thing, and a sure thing—this holiday you can’t go wrong with decking out in faux fur.  Gain some instant style cred when you choose fur-trimmed boots, handbags or jackets.  We’ve taken note of the way this trend is spreading like wildfire with celebrities — Kim Kardashian likes to layer on her blonde faux vest when traveling, and Olivia Palmero broke out her faux vest early in chilly NYC — a sleek black version she layered over black skinnys and a dark sweater.   Don’t think California is exempt from this cozy look—as the weather cools here in L.A. we’ll see even more of this hot look around town.

Can’t decide which fur is fur you?

While shopping for our favorite faux-fur, we decided to go with a vest from Foreign Exchange in Los Cerritos Center that looked that it cost much more than it’s affordable sticker price of $44.

Pick a blend and style that fits your personality—are you wild and wooly with an edge?  Pick a longer haired multi-hued vest.  Are you Jackie O’s refined elegance?  Look for shorter haired single-tone cropped jackets.

#2 THE MUST-HAVE PRINT:  Leopard

Model Camila Poindexter. Outfit provided by Ann Taylor, Westside Pavilion. Ann Taylor Leopard Skirt: $118.

Here kitty, kitty….this fall, a little leopard makes your look large on style. Don’t try to tame this wild animal, 2010 is the year to feed your inner feline.  Grab that racy printed heel, or cinch that waist with a touch of cat-like couture—and know you’re not alone.  This fall we’ve seen Angelina Jolie is wrapping up in a stealth leopard trench, Victoria Beckham’s been carrying her kitty on her arm in a chain-strapped handbag, and Keira Knightly tied on a purr-fect printed scarf.

We spotted some decadent leopard looks at Ann Taylor at Westside Pavilion (model is wearing a-line leopard skirt, Ann Taylor, Westside Pavilion, $118).

Pick a lady-like pencil skirt, pumps or cute cardigan, or step out in a printed sheath, or ballet flats—just call a cat a cat, and say that leopard is topping your list for winter.

#3 THE MUST-HAVE COLOR:  Gold

Model Ashley Jeuong. Outfit provided by Love Culture, Santa Monica Place. Love Culture Gold tube dress $19.

The old adage is being redefined—all that glitters is gold this season.  Get your glitz-fix this holiday with this old-school glamour inducing metallic.  Start with jewelry, yes, but then get creative and look to lamé for new inspiration.  Gold-plated blazers, skirts, handbags and headbands are ruling the runways this winter, with glinting new takes on trend-forward pieces.

We recently caught Heidi Klum donning a sequined golden stunner during Milan Fashion Week, and Hilary Swank looking ravishing in bustier version at the London Film Festival.

When we hit the aisles and took a quick peek inside Love Culture at the new Santa Monica Place, we fell in love with their collection of gold tops and accessories.  Our faves that tipped the scales–everything from sequined tunics to gold and rhinestoned cuff bracelets, all for $20 and under.

#4  THE MUST-HAVE BOOT: Over-The-Knee

Model Michelle Marie. Dress provided by Foreign Exchange, Santa Monica Place. ALDO boots, Westside Pavilion, $130.

Over-the-knee boots are so fashion-forward they may make you question your style identity — “is over-the-knee for me?”  The answer is yes—the brave, the bashful and somewhere in between–even you can wear them.  So buck up, skivvy into some skinnys and get to shopping, because these boots aren’t optional.  Get right in a longer riding-boot flat version, or saddle up to sexy suede stilettos, but don’t dare to say that model Claudia Schiffer, and “Gossip Girl” star Taylor Momsen, don’t know where it’s at—they both started the fall wearing boots up to there with boldness.

ALDO in Westside Pavilion is our favorite haunt these days for these leg elongating lookers, (model is wearing knee high leather boots, Aldo, Westside Pavilion, $130).

Aldo carries knee high boots with prices ranging from $60 – $250 and when paired with tights and dresses, leggings and chunky sweaters, or your favorite slimming denim, will raise the roof.

#5 THE MUST-HAVE LIPS:  Red

Style Seen Daily Founder Crystal Fambrini.

Finally—what’s the accessory that compliments everything else you’ll buy this season?  Your sassy, bright red lips.  Pucker up and find the shade that lights up your complexion, and complements your hair and eye color.  If you have pink undertones to your skin, pick rowdy raspberry inspired reds, or blue-based plums.  If your skin is any shade of olive, choose brazen brown-reds or bubbly poppy hues.

If color matching makes you cringe, take a trip over to M.A.C at Westside Pavilion and ask one of their color experts to choose a true red for you.  This universally flattering neutral red is easy to fall for—it looks great on every face.  M.A.C’s color-rich lipsticks are $14.50 each.

Catch the colbalt craze this fall and pick up a few pieces in a sultry blue hue.   There’s only so much black any one person can own — make blue your signature color this season and let it be known that your style is outside of the box.  Look for vibrant, traditional blues — turquoise was the color for spring and summer, the cooler weather points towards an icy, royal version.  Navy is close, but still a bit subdued — keep looking until you find that brilliant bright blue that makes your eyes pop and your skin glow.  You’ll know the one.  Here’s three of our top picks to get you started:

Blue’s the New You

New Poppy Ski Bunny Glam Tote in Blue Ice $258.

It’s a little sassier than your norm, and you’re gonna like it.  Start small and snag a quilted tote for the winter—it won’t be long before you’re warmed up and ready to rock it like the rest of ‘em.  This ultra-chic version is from Coach at Los Cerritos Center ($258).

Better in Blue

We found this sweater at J. Crew at The Oaks ($69.99).

When the color is right—you don’t need to embellish your look.  Find a simple piece, like a comfy cashmere cardigan, and let the vibrant hue do the work—pair it with easy skinny denim and neutral gray or brown over-the-knee boots for an unfussy, fabulous look.  We found this sweater at J. Crew at The Oaks ($69.99).

True Blue

This little blue dress is from Cache at Los Cerritos Center ($148).

Baby, I DO love you.  Deck your holidays with a body skimming satin halter dress in this unforgettable color.  This little blue dress is from Cache at Los Cerritos Center ($148).  Pair it with some glittering accessories and get ready to sparkle.

There’s something vintage and refreshing about being completely, comfortably chic in fair isle prints.  If you’re lounging by the fire in the ski lodge—it’s the perfect pick, if you’re not—it’s even more perfect this fall.  No need to jet set to Sweden to pick one up—designers are dotting the aisles with a little bits of this dreamy print everywhere we look this season.   And, since it’s soft and stylish for you, dashing and dainty for your mini ones, and hearty and handsome on him—we pulled our favorite pieces for him, her and your little thems.  In all Fair Isle-ness, shouldn’t they all be dipping their toes in this trend?

My Fair Lady

Our top pick is from Banana Republic at Los Cerritos Center ($175).

It’s only right to start with you….right?  Wrap up in a chunky knit version and throw on over leggings or skinnys for that oh-so-pulled-together look that just appears effortless.  Our top pick is from Banana Republic at Los Cerritos Center ($175).

Life Just Got Fair

This picture perfect pink cap is just the right start, we found it at The Children’s Place in Stonewood Center ($6.50).

Don’t leave them out just because they’re little—share the style love.  Bundle them up in printed knit caps, or zip-up hoodies with Fair Isle flair. This picture perfect pink cap is just the right start, we found it at The Children’s Place in Stonewood Center ($6.50).

Fair and Ruggedly Square

This version from Urban Outfitters is from The Oaks ($24).

He won’t be left out in the cold—tell him how fetching the outdoorsy look can really be, and he’ll want to layer up in a Fair Isle scarf, too.  This version from Urban Outfitters is from The Oaks ($24).

This faintly pink tunic from Macy’s at Lakewood Center ($46) is a taste of the flirty match-made-in-heaven when lace and light colors come together.

One overarching trend that’s dominating this fall—looking like a lady.  Not a lady in the stuffy, uncomfortable way that may come to mind when you hear the word, but lady in the true stylish sense of the word–decked out, timeless, couture, and undeniably feminine.

We’ll be exploring the finer elements of ladylike style throughout this season, but let’s start with a quintessential fabric of this haute look—lace.

In the last few years, lace has been reinvented by designers everywhere.  It’s shed its outdated, frumpy past and been reallocated as fresh, girly trim on that lingerie inspired top—decadent overlay on  a classic black trench—and even, a pretty print for a sexy pump.  In other words—shed your past conceptions, and when you’re looking for style this season–look to lace.

Here are three examples of the new face of lace:

Lush and Light

Look for luxe layers of ruffled lace, or vintage-inspired tops or even stretch Ts and soft sheath dresses—all in nudes, neutrals or blush tones of this lightweight fabric.  The combination of the sheer lace in a tame hue—is positively ethereal.  This faintly pink tunic from Macy’s at Lakewood Center ($46) is a taste of the flirty match-made-in-heaven when lace and light colors come together.

Edgy and Extroverted

The asymmetrical lines of lace make this piece from Ann Taylor at The Oaks ($98 ) look modern, trend-forward, and dazzling.

Style outside the lines.  Look for old favorites—a classic lace top—in new forms.  The asymmetrical lines of lace make this piece from Ann Taylor at The Oaks ($98) look modern, trend-forward, and dazzling.

Delicate and Daring

This long top from Express at Los Cerritos Center ($69) shows the richness of a contrasting shade.

Overlay always makes the delicateness of the lace, pop.  Choose pieces with color on color lace to backing for a subtle touch of glamour, or be forward with your femininity and look for contrasting base layers to demand more attention.  This long top from Express at Los Cerritos Center ($69) shows the richness of a contrasting shade.

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Look To Lace

Get the Lace Look for Less

Choose an elongating and sophisticated lace-topped jumpsuit for a notice-me sleek silhouette, like this one from BCBGMAXAZARIA at Westside Pavilion ($248).

As the heat of the summer starts to simmer down—don’t let your look start to lack.  Meet fall head on with those transitional trends that carry you seamlessly from the warmer weather to the cool of winter—and, start with lace.   If your first inclination is to hesitate, let’s talk.  Don’t let this dainty fabric fool you, it’s come a long way since the decorative doily, or the cream colored curtains in your great-aunt’s living room.  Today’s lacey looks are flirty, feminine, sometimes even edgy, but–when done right—always becoming and on-trend.  So keep reading, and let us show you why you too should look to lace.

Party Perfection

When you’re hitting the evening party circuit this year, consider donning something a little spicier than your LBD of season’s past.  Choose an elongating and sophisticated lace-topped jumpsuit for a notice-me sleek silhouette, like this one from BCBGMAXAZARIA at Westside Pavilion ($248).  Or, find a little lace black dress for a new take on an old favorite.

Prim and Pretty

Here’s rust colored dream from Anthropologie at The Oaks ($248).

50s flair is flattering to all, and a nipped and tucked waisted, lace overlay dress slimming and sassy.  Wear it now while the weather’s still hot, or pairit with a cute cardigan to take it into late fall.  Here’s rust colored dream from Anthropologie at The Oaks ($248).

Classic Couture

We found this stunner at Burberry in Santa Monica Place ($1,495).

Pick traditional with a twist—a timeless black trench entrenched in delicate lace is subtle, sexy and oh-so haute.  Jackie O ain’t got nothing on you now.  We found this stunner at Burberry in Santa Monica Place ($1,495).

Angelina Jolie rocks the red lips.

The hottest accessory to your fall wardrobe?  Your bright red lips.  Maybe you’ve never dared to be so forward with your makeup, or maybe you aren’t sure that this timeless shade is really your color.  Whatever your qualms of the past–this season, give it a whirl—take a peek at our “how-to-pick-the-best-shade” tips and try it on.

Here’s our basic, red lips tips:

First, according to the “Lipstick Queen”, Poppy King, creator of the Lipstick Queen brand lipsticks,  the right red will make your hair, skin and eyes light up.  Try on lipstick with no other makeup on—if it is flattering with a naked face, it’s a winning shade.

Next—to really nail the raring-to-go red look and keep it modern—keep any other makeup you wear that day very minimal.  Keep your eyes simple and understated, and consider going without blush, or just with a hint of bronzer.

Last, remember to use a lip primer and, gasp, a lip liner to keep your lipstick from feathering or bleeding outside of your natural lip line.  Finish by lining lips lightly with concealer to keep your lipstick lines crisp and make the look really pop.

Katherine Heigl looking radiant in red.

Now on to the fun part—the shopping:

Cool-Aid

A cool tone red from M.A.C at Los Cerritos Center ($14.50, MAC Red).

If you’re fair complected or have cool skin undertones—choose reds with blue or cool undertones as well.  Think berries, cherry red, plum reds and deep wine reds.  Here’s a one of our favorite cool undertoned lipsticks from M.A.C at Los Cerritos Center ($14.50, MAC Red).

Warm-Blooded

A warm toned red from Hourglass found at Sephora in Stonewood Center ($30, Raven).

If you have olive skin, or warm undertones, you’ll want to pick shades of red with….you guessed it, warm undertones.  These will have orange or brown highlights to them—like fire-engine red, brick or even poppy red.  Here are is a warm toned red from Hourglass found at Sephora in Stonewood Center ($30, Raven).

Classic Color

A neutral red from Clarins in Nordstrom at The Oaks ($24, Rouge Prodige).

Still not sure about rocking the red this fall?  Color combinations sound precarious?

Reach for the red that never goes out of style—what’s called a true red.  This is a neutral red that is universally flattering and most every brand has a version of it.  Approach any makeup counter and ask for their true red, they can point one out for you.   Here’s an example from Clarins in Nordstrom  at The Oaks ($24, Rouge Prodige).

BCBG at Westside Pavilion ($398).

In Spring, your go-to top layer is an on-trend lightweight trench—this fall, choose a cover-up that is just as classic and versatile, and a bit warmer—the camel coat.   This autumn is all about refined elegance, classic styling with fresh twists, and old-school glamour, and a camel coat is your first stop to make it yours.  We’ll look at three variations of this must-have piece and how to pair these with the perfect something underneath.

A Mod Nod to Camel

Rock the retro look with a block cut camel coat with quiet details like this one from BCBG at Westside Pavilion ($398), pictured above.  Perfect for overt and classy style at the office or over a glam LBD and tights—c’est tres chic!

Tucked and Tawny

Ann Taylor at The Oaks ($398).

Nip it in at the waist for a preppy, and timeless take on this investment piece.  Pair with your skinnys and your boots du jour for style on the go, or layer over your leopard print sheath for instant party style.  Here’s a “one-style-fits-everyone” look from Ann Taylor at The Oaks ($398).

Courting the Camel

Nordstrom at Lakewood Center ($595).

Go flirty and feminine for the freshest new take on the camel coat.  Try romantic ruffles, draped cuts with cozy, rounded silhouettes and then belt them for a little flair on the bottom.  Wear this with just about anything– it’s an outfit in and of itself and you likely won’t take it off.  Here’s a soft, buttery version from Nordstrom at Lakewood Center ($595).

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