Structured

Sportmax skirt
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Structured

01 of 08
Fall 2009 Fashion Trend - Structured
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Why We Love It

The exaggerated details of this season's tailored pieces are sculptural more than menswear-inspired.

How to Wear It
You want to look impressive but not confrontational, so aim for balance. A sharp-shoulder coat over slim flannel trousers or a wide-lapel jacket with a straight pencil skirt comes off strong but approachable. Complete the silhouette with a framed bag or a grounded closed-toe pump and you're in business.

Photos: left, Michael Kors; right, Lanvin

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02 of 08

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania and Kemestry

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania jacket; Kemestry belt
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Cotton-wool jacket, Vivienne Westwood Anglomania, $1,049; visit viviennewestwood.com for stores.
Leather belt, Kemestry, $96; visit jamis-jcc.com for stores.

03 of 08

Brian Atwood

Brian Atwood pumps
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Suede pumps, Brian Atwood, $524; visit brianatwood.com for stores.

04 of 08

Grace Sun

Grace Sun dress
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Wool dress, Grace Sun, $320; visit gracesundesign.com for stores.

05 of 08

Reiss

Reiss coat
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Wool-polyamide coat, Reiss, $580; visit reiss.co.uk for stores.

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06 of 08

Talbots

Talbots bag
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Embossed leather bag, Talbots, $149; visit talbots.com for stores.

07 of 08

Smythe

Smythe jacket
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Linen jacket, Smythe, $530; available in December at shopbop.com.

08 of 08

Sportmax

Sportmax skirt
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Wool skirt, Sportmax, $435; visit sportmax.it for stores.

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