What's In & Out for Fall (2)

Also In: The Afro

“It is back, it is bold, and it is beautiful,” says Suki Duggan. “Not only does the afro draw attention to the face, but it is also very, very elegant looking. If you have thick hair, tease it a little to get really dramatic added body.”

Out: Bubble Skirts

“With ‘volume emphasis’ on top this season and not on the bottom like last fall, we’re seeing a lot more pencil skirts and a lot less of those full, tulip and pleated skirts we saw in season’s past,” says Jene Luciani, a New York-based style expert and author of The Bra Book: The Fashion Formula to Finding the Perfect Bra. “Besides, what woman wants to look like she has bigger hips, anyway?”

Pictured: Satin Bubble Skirt (left, $39.90 at Alloy.com) and Burberry Prorsum High-Waisted Pencil Skirt (right, $540 at MyTheresa.com)

In: Menswear for Women

“It's ironic, but there's nothing like a classic menswear-inspired piece to make a girl feel truly sexy,” says Victorya Hong, former cast member of Project Runway. “And, in this economy, you can't go wrong by investing in a beautiful tailored piece to mix and match with everything else you have in your closet."

Pictured: Hall Wool Chalk-Stripe Pant ($345 at RalphLauren.com)

Still Out: Paying Full Price

“Just like luxury car dealers like Mercedes announced they are lowering their price points on some of their vehicles, some of the top design houses are doing the same,” says Jene Luciani. “For example, Neiman Marcus is offering a Chanel boucle jacket for around $3,400 (the typical price point is $5,000), and a pair of Prada shoes for under $500 (usually, they’re well-over that).”

“And, shopping thrift stores is still in, and I think always will be in,” adds the style expert. “I’ll be diligently hunting for a vintage motorcycle jacket.”