Aurora Red: Pantone® Fall Winter Fashion Color

The most vibrant color of Pantone®'s fall winter 2008-2009 fashion palette, Aurora Red will ignite your cold weather wardrobe and be equally relevant for spring. Full of energy and universally appealing, it's easy to coordinate it in more ways than one. Contrast it with paler or sombre hues for balance or add a touch of other strong colors for a true fashion statement. Carry it easily into spring by gradually choosing lighter fabrics: it makes a wonderful seasonal transition color.

Go ahead and make a strong turnaround in the new year with this hue's inspiring warmth and drive.

A.-Silk Kaftan Top by Roberto Cavalli; B.-Boyfriend Cardigan by American Eagle; C.-Cut out shoes by Marc Jacobs; D.-British Military Jacket by Forever 21; E.-Gathered Dress by Max Mara; F.-Cotton Baby Doll Trench by Fendi; G.-Kaj Red Watch by Alessi; H.-Red Apple Ring by Dollydagger; I.-Cattleyea Handbag by Hideo Wakamatsu; J.-Highwaisted Leather Mini by 3.1 Phillip Lim; K.-T-Bar Patent Pumps by Office; L.-Leather Biker Jacket by Lot 78.

Spring Preview: The Sweet yet Modern Dress

There still might be a few months left until spring, but some great pieces are already making a strong statement. The Heart and Flower Dress from Sonia by Sonia Rykiel will surely become one of the most coveted dresses of the season. Its luscious red hue makes it sweet and romantic while staying irresistibly edgy thanks to the detailed pattern blocks and contrasting fabrics. Sonia by Sonia Rykiel's use of pattern has become one of the greatest contributions to the current trends and it is still going strong.

Cannot wait until spring to wear it?

Just add opaque knit tights, a long chunky cardigan and some ankle boots and you are good to go.
(Hint: In need of a dress for Valentine's Day?)

The Edgy One

You might keep adding handbags to your collection, but let's face it - some end up being more relevant than others. This bag is the edgy one. Whether you feel pumped up and need a strong attitude for the day or want to complement too flimsy outfits, the Biker Bag by Angel Jackson is a sure bet. Wear more basic accessories for balance or charge up your outfit with the matching stud trend.
Start the new year with boldness!

21st Century Working Girl

Deliberately masculine but carefully adapted to the female figure, this is the ultimate workwear style blazer for the current century. A piece by Elizabeth and James, the James Blazer is a daily must whether you actually belong in an office or not.

Paired with both fun and serious outfits, this garment is credible in any setting. The cropped and slightly scrunched sleeves mean business when it comes to fashion know-how and practicality, so go ahead and just work it.