7 Fall Essentials Sponsored by Tide

These are the essentials to take you through these season and beyond. Item one: The perfect denim jacket that will take you from a Sunday afternoon football game to a casual party over just the right dress. Try a cropped shape to lengthen the legs, go for a surprising super-fitted form-flattering shape - Who knew denim could look so fetching? - or look for an embellished, studded or big-shoulder version to be extra hip this fall.

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Shapes may come and go, but you won't go wrong with a good pair of black boots. Knee-high is always appropriate and fabulous with short or knee-length skirts. Go over the knee for an extra daring approach that's ultra hot this fall.

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Sure, the perfect white shirt can be hard to find, as it must simply be of top quality and fit flawlessly. But it is certainly the essential building block of a complete wardrobe, and has been for hundreds of years. And you might think it's difficult to care for, but Tide TOTALCAREamp#153; cleans thoroughly and helps prevent stains to keep your best blouse looking like new.

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In garbardine or felt wool, cotton sateen, tweed or blends with a dash of stretch - we love the timeless classic of a pair of quality, well-tailored pants. Sock some money into buying these if you have to; this is a wardrobe essential that will pay off time and time again. Make sure that the tailoring is perfect, too; choose the shoes you're most likely to wear them with often and have them hemmed to the perfect height; take in the waistband if needed.

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Football games, bonfires, walks through crisp leaves - they all call for the warm comfort of a soft, chunky sweater. In cashmere, wool, angora or a nylon blend, most sweaters look best over the long run if they're hand washed. Use cool water and a gentle detergent, soak the sweater for a few minutes, rinse a few times, then gently squeeze in a rolled-up towel. Re-shape the sweater and dry it flat.

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The right jacket can be the most indispensable piece in your wardrobe, hands down. Throw it on to dress up dark jeans; wear it over a sheath day dress for the office, or mix it up with a bubble skirt for a night look, dressed up with a huge Celtic pin.

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Bad hair day? Can't seem to put an outfit together to save your life? Throw on a classic trench, boots and classy shades and Presto! You're done and out the door in a timelessly chic fashion. Play with fabrics and colors; a neon slicker or sateen print looks just right now.

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