I love Fashion Week in New York! Even though we are previewing the season ahead, in this case, Spring ’12, we can identify a few trends that look as though they are here to stay for a few seasons.

Trend #1: Longer length from tunics, to skirts, to dresses.  Check out this Charcoal Skitty Skirt from Chalet.

We see that hemlines are longer, from below the knee to way below the knee.  You will find the longer length is more practical with the cooler weather, just throw on your favorite pair of boots and you’re good to go!

Trend #2 Color, Texture and Pattern

You’ll see a lot of color blocking this season with warmer, richer tones for autumn.  A lot of bold, contrasting patterns  from stripes to tiny florals, mix and match two to three pieces.  If you are a bit apprehensive about color, consider a lovely wearable art piece such as this tunic from Art of Cloth which can be paired with solid bottom such as tights or leggings–be on the lookout for leg warmers–again!  Add texture, but not a lot of bulk with pieces  that have faux fur on a quarter to half of the garment to slub fabrics.

Trend #3 Glam it up! Just a touch of glam from your eye shadow to a top that is embellished with rhinestones and sequins.  Check out this Rodeo tunic from Cover  Charge.

Enjoy wearing all of the plus size fashion trends this fall that can easily be taken from one season to the next.

We have several key items to complete your fall wardrobe.  This season it is about mixing and matching from memorable prints to patterns and texture, finding easy-to-wear jackets and pants suits, selecting classic shades in neutrals to add to your wardrobe and dresses that can go from day to dinner and beyond.

As long as the print colors are true to nature, your animal print will never go out of style.  Check out Simply Silk’s Animal Print Silk Jacket with just a hint of leopard print, this jacket is timeless.

Pair with red shoes to make a statement!

Our Caribe crushed taffeta jacket fits the bill in so many ways.  It is seasonless!  This jacket is packable, comfortable,  and has a crinkle texture. Better yet! You can mix and match with your favorite skirt or pair of pants.

Need a new pant suit? Check out Brooke Chapman’s Bolero pantsuit.  Great to pack and easy-to-wear!  We just love  both the color and the style of this  Neon Buddha shirt tail jacket in olive!

Influenced by AMC’s Mad Men perhaps, this Portrait Dress from Brooke Chapman, from Canada, provides both a flattering silhouette, wonderful texture and the season’s celebrated color combo in black and white.

Here is Shannon Cooney, Head Designer from Pure and Co., and Neon Buddha discussing this season’s trends.  No matter what your shape, make your look work for you! Happy Fall!

It’s that time again when we look at what is in store for Fall ’10!

We are seeing three key trends that are flattering to the plus size woman.

Look for prints, lots of prints and soft, flattering colors like this Sienna Rose Top, easy-to-wear fabrics and clothing that is not too tight, allows for free movement and swings away from the body creating a flow,  almost ethereal look.

Check out my interview below with David Wolfe, Creative Director for The Doneger Group. (You’ve wondered where retailers get their information from? Here’s our secret!)

The Doneger Group is leading source of global market trends and David Wolfe who was so kind to give me a few minutes of his time,  is a leading authority on fashion, color and is also renown as a trend forecaster.

We’re talkin’ about jackets! Clean lines and tailored looks in year-round fabrics are popular trends for Fall ’09 from the boyfriend jacket to more formal occasion wear as we head into holiday ’09. Look for big collars, soft pleats, fold over and big bow accents on jackets. This cute side tie jacket from Fenini in charcoal is a perfect example of a a big-collared, bow accented jacket in a neutral color.

On the catwalk you’ll see much less traditional autumnal hues.  Colors range from richly hued, jewel tones to wearable colors that bridge the gap between beige and light grey These subtle tones set the stage for accentuating your best features in eyes, cheeks or lips.  Check out NARS lipstick in Fast Ride–A Sheer Mulberry or Mekong Eye Shadow, espresso infused color shadow with gold. Both make up items display Francois Nars’s intention for this season’s collection:  A contrast in bold and feminine and a study in strength and refinement!

Subtle neturals can be mixed and matched from season to season and can be seen in muted grey, charcoal, or muted mauve. This Jacket from Simply Silk is a perfect example of the FAll ’09 Realism Look which pairs a graphic pattern on silk to provide a feminine, urban chic look.

Subtle neutrals also set the stage for statement necklaces in shiny metallics and/or varnished ornaments providing an art deco Realism. Check out this black and white artisian glass necklace from Andrea’s Jewelry or this statement piece in copper and gold with accents of magenta, blue, and green. This plus size contour jacket in smoke from A People United is a perfect example of a jacket that can transcend seasons.

Jackets and coats in cozy fabrics and versatile tones such as this Fleece Swing Jacket from Fenini can easily go from season to season worn as an outercoat or a jacket in colder weather.

With less emphasis on one-season wearables, you will find the colors for Fall ’09 able to transcend seasons.

Contrasting with the neutral tones, you will see popular richly hued tones come in shades of purple, orange, green, red, and blue. Sparkling jewel tone colors make a bold statement in solid and printed tops and dresses. Animal print is still going strong! Accent with colorful longline gloves or animal print ankle boots such as Yves Saint Laurent’s Leopard Print Ankle boots, purses and clutches and the sky is the limit.