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If you’re aiming for a bag in every colors of the rainbow, add this beauty to your wishlist this season: the Medium Suede PS1 bag from Proenza Shouler. Available only in mustard, it’s the perfect bag for the inter season with a suede flap and metal foldover closure in that perfect eye-popping yellow. The bag also features leather straps, handle and removable shoulder strap. At $1,995.00, it may not be a deal, but it is to die for.

If you’re looking for something a little less expensive, try the designer’s PS1 Leather Pouchette in midnight. At $895, the price is much more manageable with the same amount of flair. A leather flap front clutch with metal foldover closure and leather straps is this stunningly deep hue is the perfect addition to any fashion diva’s wishlist.

Check out this ultra-casual and super comfy ribbed shrug sweater from Banana Republic. Made from 100% extra fine merino wool, it promises to be the ultimate in warmth and comfort.

The rounded hemline is flattering on any figure, and the elbow-length sleeves give this cardigan an updated look and a lot of flexibility. Dress it down on the weekends with jeans and boots, or pair it with a frilly blouse for uptown sophistication.

Anchor this season’s floaty pieces with bold accessories like oversized, sporty tote bags. Look for interesting textures like nylon, canvas and mesh, and don’t shy away form bright, statement-making colors! Add some sunshine to your look with this patent-mesh tote from French Connection. The yellow will pop against this season’s grey and neutral color palette. Or, if you’re looking for a sporty investment, try the neutral two-tone design of this tote from Nine West. The style is classic and the colors will go with anything!

Myth: Save the sequins for after dark.

Truth: This shimmery fabric is the perfect eye-catching pop for day when layered with plain basics. Rachel Bilson dressed down a sparkling mini with an oxford shirt, both from designer Jenni Kayne. Sequins are a favorite of celebrities because their glamorous, but can also work for day. Keep the silhouettes simple and easy you’ve got a winner.

Myth: Long dresses aren’t for short women.

Truth: Petites need not fear the maxidress trend. Eva Longoria, Jessica Simpson and Kristen Bell have all mastered this summer style. Choose a dress in a light fabric to avoid adding bulk, and pair with comfortable, height-adding wedges.

Myth: Leather’s only for biker chicks.

Truth: You don’t have to be a Whitesnake fan to rock a leather frock. Sienna Miller looked stunning in her Alexander McQueen dress paired with a vintage bolero. Just choose a knee-length dress or skirt and add a tailored jacket or shirt for an urbane twist.

Myth: No white after Labor Day.

Truth: This is one myth that has long been kicked to the curb. Many celebrities are seen strutting in white during the height of winter. The secret? Seasonally appropriate close-toed shoes and a hip leather jacket are the perfect combo.

You’ve seen them featured at the top of all of the season’s must-haves lists. They’re boots of all kinds, shapes and colors, and the most popular style? The shootie. These work because they’re a transitional shoe hybrid. Top sellers in both warm-weather climates and those waiting for falls leaves to drop, the shoe bootie is the “it” item of the fall season. Whether it’s a stiletto, wedge, or stacked heel, the shootie can be worn with any outfit; jeans (tucked in or not), skirts (mini, knee-length or longer), with tights, and dressed up or down, they’re surely one of the fall’s most versatile items.

Myth: No minis over 35.

Truth: All it takes is a peak at Gwyneth Paltrow’s legs in this Balmain dress to dispel this myth. If you’ve got the gams, then go for it! The only rule: stick to understated silhouettes and simple hair and makeup.

Myth: Never wear denim with denim.

Truth: You can sport a jean jacket with jeans, as long as you vary the wash of the two pieces. Try wearing a skinny white jean with a light wash belted jean jacket.

Myth: Belts and baby bumps don’t mix.

Truth: A waist-cinching belt can turn a tent-like frock into a flattering Empire-waist dress. Don’t be afraid to show off that extra-feminine figure!

Looking for a social, fashion-inspired interactive venue? Look no further than Weardrobe. The site is a veritable online closet that allows people to search and browse through each other’s closets. Members upload pictures of themselves and catalog their own clothing with labels and tags.

The site allows you to see your closet’s content and keep track of how often you wear certain items. And, by making people’s closets searchable, Weardrobe says they help people discover new clothes and looks that can work for them. Weardrobe founder Rich Tong says the site “is about putting your closet to best use, and continuing to discover new ways of styling what’s in it.”

Designers from the runway down to the local boutiques are showing striped sweaters for fall. One I’m anxious to curl up in? This Banana Republic Striped Cardigan for $89 that features a small pin closure and cowl neck. Made of wool and cashmere, this sweater has me excited for leaves to fall!

Just under a year after her Little Black Book of Style hit bookstores, Nina Garcia will release another style guide: The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own.

The book’s mission is to introduce women to 100 essential items that will solidify their wardrobe and enable them to feel classic.

The book hits stores August 26.