For Pre-Fall 2014 I’d say go for the colors navy and brown. Jumping the guns for Fall 14 you should without a doubt add the orange, as Givenchy is already gearing up with it for their Pre-fall assortment. Moreover, I’m really happy to see that skirts continuing and the idea of pairing it with different socks and stockings makes me feel like home. I’ve always been a big fan of the more hyper-feminine look however I truly like when layering with something chunky (think a knits sweater, straight coat, boots or big bag) to get the urban tweak as the growing Nina Ricci brand are showing us and the Louis Vuitton at the moment in-house design team in their styling. Not to forget sexy side-slit skirts and pleadings seen at Chloé will be big. We’re also hinting lace, curving seems, zips and irresistible shearlings. On the other hand, there’s also the the ultra-slouchy look shown from some fashion houses such as Sonia Rykiel and The Row but if you want to invest in something I’d say a navy mini-skirt in preferably a tweed fabric and then definitely the accessories: over-the-knee-boots (still strong) and a classic leather bag à la Le Coppola from Louis Vuitton. This will be a perfect effortless touch to the more dress up outfit and pair it with a slouchy knit that you should safe (if you already got one last year or get one on the sales now!). Neutrals and big furs (or faux fur) will still be in the picture so it’s also a safe card with a touch pink and blue pastels. More new and interesting are the silk pants, checks and subtly nipped-in waist for Pre-Fall… If you can wait I’d say start the new styling today. At least here in Europe it’s pretty warm and not at all winter. Click on MORE for my favorite Pre-Fall picks and styling recommendations.  

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