Fall Must-Haves

So I have returned from a trip to unsunny Florida. That explains the weather. Inside the main ballroom, it was bright and colorful. That's how you can describe the Fall 2008 Carlisle Collection. The palette was pumice, pumpkin, blueberry, chocolate and gray! The fabrics were tweeds, leathers, boucles, and double faced wool to name a few. There were plaids, animal prints, houndstooths, and stripes. I will point out some of my favorites then I will give you a must-haves list.

Okay, my absolute favorite piece in the collection is Luxurious. It's a snakeskin print rabbit jacket. It is a cropped length and it has a little swing to it. After that jacket, for casual days, I like Per Steller sweater with Per Mocha. I just love Starry Night, it's a very feminine business suit that is extremely versatile. If you want to take a look at what's in the collection. Here is the link to the website. Enjoy.......I can begin ordering July 11th.

Carlisle - http://carlislecollection.com/collections/collection.php?c=carlisle&s=fall&y=2008

Per Se - http://carlislecollection.com/collections/collection.php?c=perse&s=fall&y=2008

Here's a must haves list:

1. A Show-Stopper Coat

2. Charcoal Gray Pants

3. A Blouse with a Bowtied Neck

4. Something That's Animal Print

5. A Jacket with Lots of Texture

6. A Pair of Long Fitted Leather Gloves

7. An Oversized Handbag (Check out Nutmeg)

Fall Preview

This week, I am excited to be traveling to West Palm Beach for a very special meeting. I am going for my first look at the Fall 2008 collection. As always, the collection is all about ease, all luxury, all about looking fabulous and our designers are obsessed with what is beautiful. There are ten groupings in Carlisle and two in Per Se. I can't wait to touch and feel our fabrics and to get a chance to see the details that make each of the pieces special. When I get back, I look forward to sharing with you all the wonderful pieces that will make wonderful additions to anyone's closet. Stay tuned.