Fall trends: a sign of the (rough) times? 1. Silhouette: STRUCTURED (read: ’80s) Shoulder. Pads. Yep, they’re back, giving simple looks a refined edge. Do not fear the fake shoulder. In general, big and billowy up top, lithe and lean on the bottom reigns supreme for fall 2009. Find it here: Carte Blanche. It’s the only store in Toronto that carries Gareth Pugh’s architectural pieces.

Above: A look from Balenciaga's fall 2009 show.

: Above: A look from Balenciaga’s fall 2009 show.

: Above: Low-rise Steve jeans from J Brand.

: Above: Black wool dress from Rachel Sin.

: Above: Vintage 1910 chrysoprase and onyx bracelet from Caroletanenbaum.com.

: Above: Gucci thigh-high leather boots.

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1. Silhouette: STRUCTURED (read: ’80s)
Shoulder. Pads. Yep, they’re back, giving simple looks a refined edge. Do not fear the fake shoulder. In general, big and billowy up top, lithe and lean on the bottom reigns supreme for fall 2009.
Find it here:
Carte Blanche. It’s the only store in Toronto that carries Gareth Pugh’s architectural pieces.

Above: A look from Balenciaga’s fall 2009 show.

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