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Curious as to what your local mall will be carrying this fall? From military influences to motorcycle jackets and excellent overcoats to sleek office wear, take a look at our handy guide to see what's in store for top retailers such as Banana Republic, Old Navy, Ann Taylor, Lands' End, and J.Crew.

From double denim to the new safari/military trend, here is a recap of the top 10 trends to look for this season.

The fur hoodie. The tailored blazer that doubles as a cape. The simple sheath dress digitally printed with a giant landscape turned abstract. Key looks from the just-ended runway shows suggest fall's fashions are going to be sporty and classic--but far from boring. Find out how to pull off the new runway styles.

DESIGNERS in Paris this week seemed tuned to a frequency from cyberspace, so steeped were they in sci-fi references. Some paid homage not only to "Tron Legacy," the forthcoming Disney release, and its companion video game, but to television fare like "Caprica." Others found inspiration in vintage films like "Blade Runner" and even "Metropolis."

Clogs may be the preferred footwear of nurses, chefs, and dancing milkmaids, but this season, they're getting a decidedly designer update. Thanks to the smart styling choices of Miuccia Prada, Karl Lagerfeld, and Marc Jacobs, these traditional Dutch soles are transformed with sturdy platform heels, pretty satin microprints, and metal studs on the side.

Don't put away your statement necklace just yet, accessories go into overdrive this season. Excess-orize with chunky necklaces, bib necklaces and layered strands around your neck; pile on the cuffs and multiple bracelets on your wrist. Chandelier earrings even make their return this season. Remember the old adage "less is more"? When it comes to jewelry this season, more is more.

From blush to beige to ecru and eggshell right now neutral apparel has some serious appeal. Of course, there are a few differences to the way our favorite fashion-philes are incorporating this hue into their repertoire, so we are happy to highlight all the particulars in today's How They Wear: Nude Tones feature!

Hands up, Carrie Underwood! Big engagement bling is so last season. At least that's the word from New York City brides, who have replaced their rocks with simple wedding bands to be avoid being judged, they tell the New York Post.

It was pretty hard to sort through the good ('20s flapper skirts), bad (backless shirts) and ugly (polyester jumpsuits-eek!), but someone had to do it. From the ancient toga to today's LBD, Glamour magazine rounds up the best and worst trends of all time.

Remember the style rule about not wearing denim with denim? Well, it's time to put that one to rest - at least for this season.