Winter 2009 Style Guide

Winter is officially here, and with it come snow and cold weather.  Brrrr!  But just because you're bundled up in heavy coats and woolly scarves, this doesn't mean that you can't still be fashion-forward (remember, you have to take off your parka sometime!).  A number of this season's trends are easy to incorporate into practically any outfit, regardless of cumbersome layering, and trying out the newest hot make-up looks is a sure-fire way to make a splash.  Read on to learn more about some of the coolest looks to have graced the Fall 2009 runways.

Women's Trends

Sequins Metallics  and sequins  were huge on the runways, and against winter frosts, you'll feel extra sparkly.	Menswear for Women Channel Annie Hall  with a boyfriend blazer  or a men's shirt  worn as a dress. Tomboy? Hardly!	Bold Prints You're not your Gran, so forget about being dainty--make a statement in loud plaids  or floral  prints.	Ankle Boots Ankle boots  can be tricky, but they look great with miniskirts  or worn over skinny trousers.	Purple There's no question: purple is this year's It colour. Try accessorising with a purse  or sunglasses.

Men's Trends

Cardigans When the weather outside is frightful, stay cosy. Cardigans  are perfect for layering.	Dark Denim Black jeans  and dark denim  look stylish and let the attention go to your face.	Purple Yes, fellas, purple isn't just for ladies this year. Experiment with a shirt  or tie.	Lace-Up Boots Kick winter slush to the kerb with lace-up boots,  but be sure to show them off!	Braces Braces  were a favourite of the DSquared and Emporio Armani Fall collections.

Winter Make-up

Pewter Glitz yourself out in pewters  and charcoals.  These colours prove especially dramatic with a smoky eye.	Pout-worthy Lips Vamp it up with a dark and shiny lip (try a berry lipstick  or gloss ), but remember to balance with subtle eyes.	Unexpected Colour Energise yourself with shocking fuchsias,  royal blues,  electric purples  and sea foam greens.	Get Your Glow On Illuminating moisturisers  hide dry winter skin, shh! To brighten up, try Guerlain's Météorites collection.	Dramatic Eye-liner Liquid eye-liner  makes a bold impression, and tapered applicators give you more precision than brushes.

Related Winter Style Guides

Women's Winter Style Guide	Women's Guide to Holiday Dressing	Men's Winter Style Guide	Men's Guide To Holiday Dressing

Winter Clothes for Kids	Winter Beauty Tips	Holiday Make-up Trends	Winter Decorating

External Links

• Vogue.co.uk: Vogue's Winter guide for men, women and children. Includes good gift suggestions.
• PopSugar.com: Up to the minute women's trend reports.
• AllWomenStalk.com: The nine hottest women's trends for winter.
• Elle.com: Elle Magazine's Fashion Spotlight for women.
• CareFair.com: Hot fashion trends for men.
• MillionLooks.com: A good men's trends guide.
• EzineArticles.com: Men's must-have items.
• Sephora.com: The Sephora guide for what's hot during the cold weather.
• BellaSugar.com: A blog on make-up trends.
• NineMSN.com.au: Winter 2008 make-up trends.