The weather is still warm out but believe it or not fall is just around the corner. Soon we will be stepping out of tees, shorts and flip flops in to sweaters, jackets and boots. Many trends come out each season but if there is only one thing you need to know when shopping this fall, that would be "TOUGH CHIC". You would have no shortage of leather biker jackets, motorcycle pants, leather boots, or anything else with a leather trim for both men and women. Studs are going to be on almost everything, from jackets to dresses to shoes and cuffs and even your dog collar. I guess 80's are back but then again, did it ever go away?
So lets see what else is hot this season...

Leather
This one is the hottest trend this fall for both men and women. Biker leather jackets are a must have, but if you find an embellished one specially with studs, that's even better. Pair it with jeans, black pants, over a girly dress or with leggings and boots for the ladies....

Strong shoulders
This trend started in spring and is working its way up to fall and winter. Another 80's trend showing up everywhere from the runways of Milan to the streets of Los Angeles and New York. This trend is specially beneficial for people with a triangle shape to add some width to the upper half of the body and broaden the shoulders to balance the hips and the bottom half. You can find it in Jackets for both men and women, or dresses for women.

Boots
Gone are the days when we saw over the knee, thigh high boots and immediately though "street walker" This item is one of the hottest trends of this fall for women. Wear it with leggings, long tops and your blazer for a very chic and modern look. you can also wear it with your short dresses and skirts, but keep it simple and classy. Make sure to stay away from bright colors and opt for a more neutral color like black or tan. Boots are also a hot trend for men this season. You will see a lot of motorcycle boots in the stores. Gentlemen, retire your tennis shoes and go for a pair of must have biker style leather boots. It makes you look trendy without trying too hard.

Military jackets
This one is for both genders as well. Gold detailing and ornate trims set off slick military cuts. You can create a few different looks with this jacket. Ladies, for the ultimate rock chic pair it with skinny pants and boots, for a more feminine touch pair it with high heels and wear it over a dress. For guys, you can pair it with jeans and your leather boots or with a pair of relaxed black pants. Either way you wear it this is a very striking and fashion forward look.

For Ladies
Platform pumps, bold shorter necklaces, leopard print, neon colors, and leggings are a few more trends that are going to be seen everywhere this season.
Colors to look for: Definitely RED, this one is hot, hot, hot this fall, neon colors, black and gray are always the perfect choice for cold days of fall and winter.

For Gentlemen
Plaid shirts, specially rustic plaid shirts, V neck cardigans, double breasted suits, are some additional fall trends for men.
Colors: Lots of neutrals, putter and gray and of course black is always appropriate and chic for fall and winter.