Color Blocking

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Color blocking has made a huge comeback, and you're going to see mannequins dressed in bright color combos throughout your mall if you haven't already. Open up your latest J.Crew or Urban Outfitters catalog, and you'll find it!

Unfamiliar with the term? Basically, it's sectioning off your body with different colors.

You'll see red matched with yellow, lime green paired with royal blue and coral with magenta...the list of unusual fashion color combinations goes on.

With unusual color combinations on the rise, you'll also notice floral prints and plaids falling by the wayside. It's all about solid colors and with the occasional gingham and striped print thrown in.

I'm pretty excited about this because I tend to stick to solid colors anyway. So, all in all color blocking is great in my book! What about you? Are you glad this early 90's trend is back?

Long Skirts

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The 2011 Fall Fashion frenzy is happening on runways all around the world this month, and one style trend that is clear is the long skirt has made its way back onto the fashion scene.

We haven't seen this length of skirt make a full return since the 90's, so I guess it's about time. However, I'm not that thrilled. Only one body type can really wear this style - tall, thin boyish figures (a.k.a. models). If you're over 5' 8" you are going to struggle to find skirts that are long enough, and if you're under 5' 6" you are going to have a hard time finding skirts that don't need alterations. At least with pants department stores and trendy places like GAP have caught onto the idea of offering ankle, regular and tall lengths. I guarantee you that won't be the case with these skirts.

If you decide to embark on this "new" trend, pick skirts that are close to your body and sit at your natural waist. Tuck your blouse into your skirt and accessorize with a belt.

Images found via The Vogue Diaries, The Gloss, and FashionWorldz.com.