Fashion Forward: Fall Suits

WSVN -- Time to suit up, ladies. At Bloomingdale's in Aventura, wimpy looks are out. The power suit is back in.

Allison Mandel: "It's a refreshing departure from the Bohemian frills and ruffles from last season. This season is about the strong, assertive woman."

Rise to the occasion in this men's wear-inspired black suit by Theory, paired with a crisp white-collared shirt and black pumps.

Tweed suits are hot. Try a long jacket over a mini-skirt or pick a fall color like purple in a cropped jacket and A-line skirt. Matching is back and bigger than ever, like this black and white Diane Von Furstenberg.

Allison Mandel: "Suits this season are more feminine. They are very fitted to your body to your silhouette. They're body-skimming, which kind of brings back a 40s retro look."

Pantsuits take on a feminine touch in colors like gray with a sheer pink blouse underneath, or try wide-legged trousers and a bright orange top for a flirty feel.

Don't be afraid to slip on a patent leather mini-skirt in camel with a tweed jacket, cinched with a matching skinny belt.

Allison Mandel: "The looks are pulled together and lady-like."

At Neiman Marcus in Coral Gables, updating your suit is all in the details.

Katharine Rubino: "You're going to see a lot of detailing whether it be zippers, whether it be feathers on the jacket or fur, or a velvet collar."

Like this black Prada suit with leather and fur-detailing on the shoulders. Add gold bangles for some shine.

Go futuristic in Zac Posen's tweed suit with a metal clutch and silver metallic booties, or make a classic black and white suit more modern by adding the must-haves of the season, tights and patent-leather platforms.

Katharine Rubino: "It's OK to wear tights with a strapy sandal or with a shoe that has a peek hole."

Go from work to cocktails with a sequined cami or take off your jacket to reveal a pretty sheath or ruffle dress.

When suiting up just keep this rule of thumb in mind, the look is polished and flawless.

Katharine Rubino: "It's OK to wear head-to-toe the same color or to match your handbag with your shoe. In fact, we encourage it for this season."

Diana Diaz: "When choosing a suit go for the style that's right for you. Skirts can be mini, A-line or pencil, and pant suits can be wide-legged or high-waisted. Just make sure you know your body type."

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Neiman Marcus
Village of Merrick Park
390 San Lorenzo Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33146
786-999-1000

Bloomingdale's
19555 Biscayne Blvd.
Aventura, Florida 33180
305-792-1213