LE CATCH

$53, dorothy perkins

Knee deep into the September issues, I am seeing vivid, eye-popping prints galore. I love how this dress full-on embraces the trend, yet its ladylike silhouette keeps it forever classic.

1. Dorothy Perkins print dress, $53, dorothyperkins.com
2. Chrishabana earrings, $138, anthropologie.com
3. Asos clutch, $47, asos.com
4. Alexander Wang booties, $626, shopbop.com

Street style photographer Phil Oh's photo essay and edit of this fall's best bags has me lusting after some be-still-my-heart beauties: this furry Phillip Lim satchel, this striking print Proenza Schouler, and this Reed Krakoff black tote. I'll take them all in one bag, please.

Photo: Phil Oh

$137, miss selfridge

Fur will be flying (again) everywhere next season, and I am thinking about joining the fray with this supremely cozy faux fur-trimmed parka.

1. Lanvin embellished sweatshirt, $2390, netaporter.com
2. Miss Selfridge parka, $134, missselfridge.com
3. J.Crew bag, $258, jcrew.com
4. Tibi boots, $575, shopbop.com
5. J.Crew trousers, $150, netaporter.com

For me, boots are like jeans. They come in all shapes, sizes, styles, etc., and so (duh, obviously) I need more than one pair! Having nailed the open-toe bootie last week, which will be perfect for transitioning from warm to cool weather, I am now craving a pair of low-heeled buckled boots, like the ones above by Jeffrey Campbell, but in winter-worthy black. Yesterday I came across this Kurt Geiger pair that's a little more sophisticated and polished--one that could work through 30-degree temps with a pair of tights and then up into next spring as well, with a feminine dress or cut-off shorts. Okay, two down... more to go?

Photo: Sincerely Jules

$49, loft

An instagram of a friend (she's a well-known stylist!) lounging in the Hamptons, decked out with just the right amount vintage costume jewelry inspired me to start piling on the baubles. I'd like to start with this sublime gem-laden collar necklace...

1. Victoria Beckam t-shirt, $185, netaporter.com
2. Loft collar necklace, $49, loft.com
3. Rochas tote bag, $1420, netaporter.com
4. Ancient Greek Sandals, $170, forwardbyelysewalker.com
5. MiH jeans, $175, netaporter.com

Among the new, trendy silhouettes to wear this fall, I want a knee-length skirt the most. Celine's Phoebe Philo is single handedly responsible for this. The backbone of her Fall 2013 collection were elegantly flared skirts. Fitted at the waist, they had a retro undertone, but paired with boxy turtlenecks, they looked thoroughly chic and modern. Added bonus: they're incredibly flattering. As Celine's version will likely break the bank, I'm considering these lovelies from Stella McCartney, Tory Burch, and Topshop. And I am planning to put my longer pencil skirts into consistant rotation, too. I just think they look so right for fall, especially these ones from J.Crew and Asos. Styling-wise, I will finish off these skirts with one of fall's chunky heeled ankle boots or a no-fail classic pump.

Photo: Vanessa Jackman

$205, netaporter

This updated sweatshirt is exactly the kind of thing I'd wear straight through the weekend and, oh, Monday through Friday too...

1. Clu ruffle trim sweatshirt, $205, netaporter.com
2. C.Wonder skull stud earrings, $34, cwonder.com
3. Asos wraparound watch, $42, asos.com
4. Ela star pouch, $218, shopbop.com
5. Gianvito Rossi suede pumps, $620, netaporter.com
6. Current/Elliot coated jeans, $248, netaporter.com

I got a taste of fall last weekend up in northern Santa Barbara (I will share deets about my trip in the next few days!). At sunset, the wind started to blow down the mountain valleys to the beach, and it became downright chilly. The only thing I had to throw on over my sweater was my husband's ski jacket, which he happened to have in his car! My overall look was, um, not so good. In any case, it got me thinking ahead to fall and all the cozy, chic jackets I'd like to wear. At the top of my list is the pilot jacket, like this one by Whistles or this one by Topshop. I also adore this quilted leather Topshop one and if I could go all out money and statement-wise, I'd go for this guy by Phillip Lim, too! (The one pictured above is by Fillipa K, from last winter). Think of the pilot jacket as a cross between an army parka and a bomber. It's fresh-looking, yet classic, incredibly utilitarian--a perfect teammate for both jeans, sleek trousers and dresses--and it's in line with next season's sporty street vibe. I see it layered over a jean jacket in the lead-up to winter, and later with a warm sweater, beanie, and big, chunky scarf. You will probably see me wearing it non-stop very soon!

Photo: Stockholm Street Style

$178, j.crew

I love the opulent, vintage look of this floral print, and the idea of wearing it with something totally unexpected like this...

1. Mango plaid top, $59, mango.com
2. Gabrielle Artigas diamond stud earrings, $264, shopbop.com
3. Clare Vivier studded clutch, $168, shopbop.com
4. Jimmy Choo booties, $1195, nordstrom.com
5. J.Crew floral skirt, $178, jcrew.com

$220, all saints

I'm thinking these subtle leopard print pants could sub in for my garden variety go-to black pants, don't you?

1. Balenciaga print top, $846, matchesfashion.com
2. Dominic Jones rose gold earrings, $295, netaporter.com
3. Whistles leather clutch, $90, whistles.co.uk
4. Alexander Wang kitten heel pumps, $525, shopbop.com
5. All Saints leopard print pants, $220, allsaints.com