"To explore the bohemian side of the rock-and-roll Gucci girl, I looked to Russian folklore prints, '20s dresses, and '70s fringe." - FRIDA GIANNINI FOR GUCCI "I looked at Peruvian folk patterns and at '50s silhouettes: My woman for fall is romantic, with a new bohemian sensibility." - ROBERTO CAVALLI Gypsy Rule: With the new badass boho paisley skirts, go short and sexy, and pair with bold
booties. Gypsy Pick: Tory Burch Claudia Boot Special Offer: Get 1 year of Marie Claire magazine for just $8! Frill Seeker:
An emblem of both girl power and retro glam-rock, ruffles rule the season!
Go for retro shapes, and shades of pale to get the feminine charm. It's frilly, yet fearless . . . See what some of this season's top designers said about this trend: "Long associated with haute couture, lace is an old-fashioned technique that's sexy with extra-modern shapes." - ANDREW GN "Soft ruffles create a feminine volume, while an unusual color ensures it's not too sweet" - BEHNAZ SARAFPOUR Frill Rule: Whether froufrou for evening or formidable for work, ruffles look modern in
black or barely there shades. Frilly Pick: Nanette Lepore Ivory Georgette Ruffle Blouse Special Offer: Get 1 year of Marie Claire magazine for just $8! Plum The Depths:
Only purple has both royal roots and rock cred (ask Prince!) Get the violet femme look with a gorgeous purple dress or accessorize
with bags and shoes in rich and royal purple shades. See what some of this season's top designers said about this trend: "We took the sharp silhouettes of the '60s as a starting point. Think bold, innovative, very American." - JOHN GALLIANO FOR DIOR "An elegant palette of deep violets and lavenders captures the true essence of femininity" - MARCO ZANINI of HALSTON Purple Rule: With such a power color, keep silhouettes simple and accessories neutral, white
or black. Purple Pick: Two Lips Women's Hope Shoe Special Offer: Get 1 year of Marie Claire magazine for just $8! | 
