If you are shopping for a coat for the winter season, then you definitely want to make sure that it flatters your beautiful figure. However, we all know that no two ladies are alike, so make certain that you find the right coat for your body type!

If you are a pear shape with wider hips, it is best to choose a longer coat that meets your mid thigh area. A sophisticated way to wear this type of coat is in a double breasted pea coat, which gives the opportunity to flatter your curves and still slim you down at the same time.

If you are hoping for an all over slimming effect, then again choose a longer coat that goes past your backside in one solid color. It is also best to find a coat that has a belt or cinches around your waist to show that there really is a beautiful woman in there. This is best for curvier ladies with a bust and backside that they want to highlight.

If you have a more petite figure, then you have the opportunity to use different prints and adornments on your winter coat. It's still a great idea to have a trim waist on your coat to show your figure, and you can also use pockets on your coat to draw attention and add volume.

Last of all, make sure that you are choosing a coat that you truly love that adds to your sense of style and fashion. Regardless of your shape, it is you that is going to make the clothing work, and this is the opportunity to celebrate your beautiful figure! There are a number of hot new coats out on the market, so try them all and see which works best for you. With these simple tricks, you will easily be able to choose a fresh and fun winter coat to show off your best assets!

Fashion will always remain a golden opportunity to seek out fun and amazing things. Pretty black dresses and vintage-inspired couture will befriend a girl's life even more quickly than diamonds. All the style you could ever dream of is yours for the taking when you enter the haute, eclectic world of Karen Zambos Couture.

Pretty, bohemian diva Karen Zambos used her experience at Tracey Ross to inspire her now-established line of all the fashions you want. Showstopping dresses, intricately-detailed skirts of brocade along with unabashedly frilly frocks are what makes Karen Zambos collections breathtaking rather than scary. The pieces are easy to shop for and contain just enough detail to stand apart in a place where cookie-cutter style epidemic has reached an all-time high (also known as the contemporary clothing market).

Classic, yet so unexpected, Karen Zambos Couture Collection for Holiday 09 contains cocktail attire such as the delightful Selma top (in Emerald, shown) and an unabashedly sexy Mason dress that is, well, much more wearable than a lot of red carpet costumes have been.

The prices leave you plenty of cash for the cocktails – these fabulous creations range from $215 for a gown of ruffled mesh to $342 for fluffy, textured sateen. Impress with the pre-Spring collection's Richie floral jersey dress (shown here in Mint, $121), available right now in 4 colors!!

The world of Zambos continues it's reign with a prestigious accessory collection designed by Karen's fellow Ross colleague and friend, Lisa Siega. Zambos Siega currently offers edgy details on easy-clutch purses alongside oversize classic satchels with nicknames like Mansfield, Whitney and a take-anywhere “Go Green” eco-friendly tote bag in canvas. Can't wait to get your hands on this fabulicious couture? You don't have to. Find the goodies at the superchic Shopbop as well as the Karen Zambos flagship site.

Last month, Nicole Richie debuted darker locks at the launch of her House of Harlow 1960 Holiday Collection, but what stole my attention were her accessories. To be more specific, her over accessorizing. Minimal accessories have been a major look for 2009, but for 2010 I say lets get a little crazy. Let’s take a page from Nicole Richie’s book of style and balance a simple sheath dress with wild adornments.

Sporting her own collection, Nicole Richie piled seven bracelets on her arm, two bracelets on the wrist of the same arm and topped it off with a huge ring on her middle finger. For the other wrist, four thick bangles and then no necklace or earrings to ensure the whole look doesn’t look too much like the gaudy old women wearing everything she owns.

First of all, I have always been a fan of pushing bangles up to the bicep. Topping to off with bangles at the wrist as well is just genius. (I know women with thicker arms are thinking, yeah-right for the bangle on the bicep so I’ll move on.) Other ways to over accessorize in a modern and stylish way is piling on the rings. Don’t stop at the one cocktail ring, throw on three more between your two hands and see how you feel. Top off the load of rings with large earrings and a plain thing chain at the neck for a cool image. (Skip the bracelets if you choose a ton of rings). When over accessorizing make sure you only accessorize two or three parts of the body and skip the other parts. For example choose to adorn fingers and ears or neck and fingers or fingers and wrists.

Obviously the key to making this work is to pile the jewels onto very simple clothing. You know, T-shirt and jeans, solid colored dresses, plain tunics, simple leggings or pants and so on. Think simple, minimal layers or details and no patterns unless it’s on your shoes. You must be a canvas for your fabulous jewelry, but having some pattern or texture on your shoes will balance your look.

It seems that plaid often goes hand-in-hand with a lumberjack or a member of Nirvana from the 90s, but nowadays it is a chic new item to add to your wardrobe. Many celebrities have been spotted wearing plaid shirts with their sophisticated wardrobes, so why not give it a shot in yours?

A plaid shirt is perfect for bumming around and going shopping with your friends, or even hanging out at the park for a weekend date. You can get a fitted version for a little bit of Western appeal to your wardrobe, and make sure to roll up the sleeves so that it looks more flattering and less like something that your father would wear!

If you aren't yet ready to add a complete plaid shirt to your wardrobe, then why not try it in a cozy scarf for the wintertime? There are a number of beautiful plaid scarves out there, and they pair perfectly with any of your winter wear, like a sweater, pea coat, or even a T-shirt for the warmer weather.

Plaid also extends to a number of different accessories, like plaid shoes or even a simple plaid jacket. However, take caution in wearing plaid pants because you definitely don't want to look like Screech from Saved by the Bell or any other memorable nerd from years ago.

Keep an eye out for plaid items for your wardrobe that pair perfectly with winter boots, scarves, and other winter accessories. This is a fun way to spice up your wardrobe, and there are also many different sophisticated plaid items that will perfectly suit your office wear. In fact, there are quite a few very subtle black and gray plaid prints that will look posh and stylish for any evening out on the town. Why not?

Yes, boyfriend blazers did look chic the first time they hit the runway; they were so tastefully distinctive when paired with frilly, flowery mini dresses. I remember making a mental note about going through my boyfriend’s wardrobe after I spotted the boyfriend blazer on Louis Vuitton’s runway. I just knew it was a trend that will stay for quite a while.

Style.com: Louis Vuitton Fall 2009

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Style is a matter of taste; it all lies in the eyes of the beholder. I’ve met with the boyfriend blazer, shaken its hand, and been great friends with it. It has taken a special spot in my closet, right beside my flab-concealing LBD and my dependable skinny jeans. But after months of counting on my beloved boyfriend blazer, it’s time to say farewell.

Boyfriend blazers are a great trend. In fact, I bet they shall continue to grace the catwalk this 2010. Maybe I'll throw it on once in a while if I miss adding tomboy flair to my outfit. For me, however, style also means breaking old trends and making new ones. My boyfriend blazer has an official shelf life and, as the New Year begins, I am ready to move on.

Hmm, did Zeebo the Clown take over the designing studio over at Christian Louboutin?! I can't say that I'm too thrilled about this slingback. The colors make it look like it was designed for a clown and yeah, I'm just not feeling it. This Bianca Slingback Platform Pump comes in black and nude and retails for $755.00.

  

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Have you noticed how most of last year’s biggest trends were actually rehashes of styles from previous decades? Although fashion does have a tendency of inadvertently reusing and recycling style trends, 2009 is a year that arguably has the most number of style comebacks.

Maxi dresses were a big hit in 2009, giving the world a flashback of hippie fashion. Heel-length, flowy, print maxi dresses are another reason for you to celebrate being feminine; after all, a maxi dress gives you the perfect excuse to wear a flower in your hair. If you want to cop this look before it takes a permanent backseat, try fashion-forward Kate Moss’ maxi dress from her self-named line at TopShop.

Shoulder pads made a big comeback last year, thanks to Pierre Balmain’s Spring 2009 jackets. Shoulder pads are not for the faint of heart as it is sure to get you noticed from a mile away. To avoid looking like a bad version of an even worse eighties disaster, steer clear of baggy, padded shirts. Instead, stick to basic items that have a sleek, timeless silhouette.

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Drawing inspiration from previous decades, designers made high waist trousers look fresh once again by playing with fabrics and colors. Your first impulse would probably be to steer clear of those high waist pants for fear of revealing unwanted “ab flab”. Actually, high-waist jeans are a stylish way to tuck in your tummy; they act like a binder while giving your wardrobe a trend update at the same time. Oscar de la Renta’s high-waisted pants are loose and flowy, perfect for faking an hourglass figure.

Style.com: Oscar de la Renta

When jumpsuits reappeared on the runway last year, many fashionistas jumped on the bandwagon without hesitation. Jumpsuits will remain with us for a little while; in fact, 2010 promises to be full of jumpsuits and rompers, highlighting the utilitarian side of the fashion world. If you don’t want to look dated wearing a one-piece suit, try BCBG Max Azria’s draped jumpsuit from last year’s Spring collection.

Style.com: BCBG Max Azria