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    Cool Coats for Fall and Winter

    Summer is unofficially over and Indian Summer is upon us. That means it’s the perfect time to start plotting out what to wear when the weather becomes unmistakably cold. Every season, there are always so many options, styles and colors that it’s almost impossible not to find several to love.This season is no different.

    Nordstrom has a great variety of coats that can fit almost any fashion need. We love this reversible belted coat from Max Mara ($3250). The light weight felt and muted hue are a perfect combination. A coat in winter white, like this one Armani Collezioni ($2175) always brightens a gray winter days. Then there are the oversized coats that are topping every trend list, this season. The look starts with rounded shoulders and enough interior room to layer heavy knits and blazers. This Trina Turk wool and alpaca coat ($625) from Nordstrom is perfectly oversized or you can try a more feminine twist on the trend with this more traditional Akris wool coat ($1690).

    Everyone this season is looking for the ideal blanket coat in a geometric print.  Be sure to avoid bulk underneath: go with bare legs or skinny jeans, and you can cinch it with a thick or skinny leather belt. Our favorite style is this Stella McCartney checkered version ($2410). It’s so versatile and can be paired with everything from high boots to slippers or a men’s style loafer. Nordstrom also has a great Burberry version here and this Etro number with a Navajo print ($2820).

    When picking a perfect coat, remember that cool is the operative word. You can browse all of our favorite coats for fall in our curated boutique below.

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    The Most Ridiculous Fashions for Fall

    Every season there is a fresh crop of fashion shapes, the-newest-shade-of-black and a fad-of-the-moment. The newness is always exciting but sometimes it seems as if designers are testing the limits of fashion insanity.

    This season is no different. Chanel has created a frenzy over $1300 cross-trainers and magazines are urging women to lose an earring. Why do these Dior pumps remind us so much of dentures?  Click here to see 7 of this season’s most ridiculous fall fashion trends. Let us know if you agree.

    Spanx 50% Off

    Now that Summer is unofficially over, we can take advantage of the Spanx sale without any bikini guilt. The squeeze-me-till-I-bust shapewear company has a online discount section were many popular items are 50% off.

    This high-waisted brief is $9 from $19, this convertible full slip is $44 from $80 and wax denim leggings are $54 from $105. The site even has squeezey choices for men. A boxer brief and trunks are both $19 from $35.

    Lets face it, contouring undergarments aren’t comfortable but it must be better than an old fashioned corset. Right?

    Ralph Lauren Clearance 75% Off

    Ralph Lauren has started another markdown on some of their summer clearance today and most merchandise is now reduced 75%. Although this isn’t the biggest sale of the season, you can still find some great items.

    In most cases, the Ralph Lauren boutique will match the online prices but you will need to wait for a manager’s authorization. In this instance it might just be easier to shop online. This leather-trim short trench comes to just $341 from $1900, this men’s officer pea coat is $350 from $1300 and a RXL polo is $45 from $125.

    You should take note that only a small selection of merchandise has been discounted the additional 50% off. You shouldn’t procrastinate if there’s something you like within this promotion. And it’s always ironic how much more you “need” an item once you can’t have it.

    Shopbop Clearance Under $100

    Shopbop is continuing to add lots of merchandise to it’s clearance sections. The best part is of the newest round of markdowns is the huge variety of items that are under $100. (And it’s not just tees.)  Purchases you make now should be considered an end-of-summer fling.

    Lust over these Clover Canyon dresses in a floral print and garden plaid. They were originally $264 but come to $79, this Jill Jill Stuart long sleeve navy lace dress is $86 from $288 and this Victoria Beckham top is now $98 from $325. If you’re in need of jeans, there is no shortage here. These BLK DNM skinny straight leg jeans are $54 from $180, faded bell bottoms from Rag & Bone are $72 from $242 and waxed IRO jeans are $55 from $184.

    Take note, all these 70% off items are final sale. The no-backsies rule used to really bother us but we’ve realized that we never return anything bought online anyway. (Too lazy.) So really, what’s the difference?

    Rebecca Taylor now 75% Off

    Rebecca Taylor is moving the last of summer merchandise by offering shoppers an additional 40% off already discounted merchandise. The final markdown on many items is 75% off. Just use the code RT14LD40 at checkout.

    Although we aren’t normally a big fan of contemporary brands, Rebecca Taylor always offers sophisticated pieces. For instance, this sleeveless eyelet shirt dress is trendy but not juvenile and comes to under $90 from $395. This little black dress with studded detail comes to about $140 from almost $600 and this chunky pullover is $85 from $350.

    The sale just started today and runs through September 2. There are still lots of size options available for most items. We anticipate this wont be the case for long.

    7 of the Best Items for Fall

    The September issue of every magazine is out and it’s getting easier to tell what items are going to steal the show this Fall. I don’t think it’s been clearly identified –yet– but we are seeing a growing attraction to minimalism. Think, 1990s Calvin Klein. (he’s about to make a huge comeback)

    Say good-bye to oversized jewels, bling, glitter and bedazzle. Say hello to your sleek and more mature sister of refined beauty. The hottest items of the season range from the new Tiffany T collection to Valentino’s Rockstud departure. Click, click here to see my full guide of everything you need for Fall.

    Saks Late Summer Sale 60% Off

    Saks Fifth Avenue is hosting a sale where late Summer merchandise is reduced. The discounts range from 30% to 60% off but the best deals are the bathing suits and beachwear.

    While browsing the sale selection we found this floral DVF beach coverup that’s less than $200 from almost $500, a Lahco of Switzerland asymmetrical one piece bathing suite is $100 from $250 and this Clover Canyon neoprene dress is about $100 from $270. There is also this Milly crochet tunic that’s $108 from $270 and this Oscar de la Renta bikini is $200 from $500.

    Sure, it’s late in the season but anything you buy now can be put away for your next jaunt to a beachy resort. Don’t you wish summer never ended?