Let's be honest: Who here has ever donned a scarf because their neck was cold? As cozy and comfy as they are, the real reason we're obsessed with chunky wintry scarves -- the season's hottest accessory trend -- is because they're the easiest way to make jeans and T-shirt look effortlessly chic. It gives you a casual, cool vibe that doesn't look like it's trying too hard. Need proof? Just check out the designs of high-fashion icons like Roberto Cavalli and Marc Jacobs or the street style of celebs like Jessica Alba and Miranda Kerr.   read more

Until this year, the mere mention of smoking slippers probably brought to mind an 80-something entrepreneur in a plush velvet robe reclining in his den with a cigar (and a couple of Playmates). But the footwear formerly reserved for elder statesmen has gotten a fresh and fashionable overhaul that has super chic starlets and everyday fashion-philes clamoring for a pair (or three).   read more

The easiest way to instantly draw attention to yourself: Wear a stylish hat. The easiest way to make a trend-worthy statement while doing so: Wear one with a wide brim.   read more

This year, renowned fashion brands -- Balenciaga, Topshop, Chanel, Tory Burch -- made it clear that there was a simple trick to staying on top of the major trends of the season: When it doubt, cut it out.   read more

Fall is all about layers, and even more so when it comes to jewelry. This year we're revamping the "arm party" trend -- meaning, wearing a ton of stacked bracelets with different textures and colors -- and opting for a chicer alternative: double leather wrap bracelets.   read more

Mark our words: Turbans are back. You mean you didn't know they were ever a thing? As recently as 2012, they sparked worldwide popularity when the boho trend took over as the style of choice at musical festivals. Then after a two-season slump, the intricately bold turban designs at the Marc by Marc Jacobs show for Spring/Summer 2013 proved the fashion trend is, yet again, the hottest, statement-worthy accessory to try. And if you didn't jump on board earlier this year, no problem -- fashion-forward celebrities, bloggers and other style icons are flaunting turbans as the chicest fall accessory.   read more

Next to dry shampoo and oil-blotting sheets, the clutch is every girl's life saver. No one really wants to lug around a giant tote filled with every just-in-case item when the night calls for mindless bar-hopping and running around town (and we refuse to be the next victim of poshitis). Still, it can be tough to squeeze everything you need for a night out into a bag the size of a postage stamp. Enter the oversized clutch: a happy medium that makes holding onto just those beauty essentials even more convenient -- and stylish. Who ever said fashion wasn't functional?   read more

The d'Orsay pump leaves us speechless. The style -- defined as anything that reveals the arch of the foot -- is characterized by a cutaway vamp close to the toe box. Endlessly versatile, you can throw them on with a pair of jeans, a dress, a circle skirt, or tuxedo shorts. Why we love them most? They're flattering on everyone. The chic cutaways elongate your leg and create a casual, polished look.   read more

Good news: it only looks expensive, which means we want this entire statement look from jewelry designer Dana Lorenz   read more

Not everyone can pull off British label Alexander McQueen's high-fashion concoctions (remember Lady Gaga's armadillo heels?), which is why the brand's easy-to-wear signature skull print scarf is so appealing. Since its introduction in 2003, the scarf has made appearances on everyone from Kate Moss to Kim Kardashian -- even Johnny Depp has been snapped wearing one. While we'd love to get our hands on the classic, we have to admit we're intrigued by the new limited edition McQueen scarves designed by artist Damien Hirst.   read more