Fall Fashion: 2009 Prints

This Fall, expect both new and some classics to be trendy, popular prints for 2009! Here are three of those patterns that are going to be exciting to see and wear this Fall.

Plaid: I'm not talking about boring, outdated plaid prints here. This Fall's plaid patterns are fashionable and colorful! Plaid prints are on pants, shirts, jackets, ties, scarves, purses, and shoes. Both men and women are wearing plaid prints this Fall. Sure you can wear the classic vintage plaid flannel shirts, but take a look at the bold new colors and styles available. Here are some of my favorite looks: Briana Plaid Shirt from Delias, Plaid Casual Pea Coat from Aeropostale, and for men, the Old Navy Poplin Chest Pocket button up shirt.

Leopard Prints: Leopard prints are a timeless classic that will always remain trendy, in my opinion. Trend Hunter even states that "leopard prints are still strong." Your leopard prints don't need to stand out. Subtle is the top fashion for 2009. Lovelyish says leopard print coats are going to be hot this Fall. On the Lovelyish website you can see celebrities such as Sienna Miller, Kate Moss, Rihanna, and Blake Lively wearing very stylish leopard patterned outerwear. Jackets aren't the only pieces of apparel you can wear with this trendy pattern; hats, purses, heels, scarves, skirts are all being worn this Fall. Also, you don't have to wear the traditional orange leopard patterns. Different colors and styles are just as trendy this Fall. Some of my favorite leopard prints for Fall 2009 are: Rue 21 Sublimation Print Leopard Tank Top you can layer with a hoodie, Forever 21's Flutter Trim Leopard Top and Forever 21's Leopard Chic bangles. I also love Ellie's Leopard Print Satin Lace Pumps.

Watercolor Prints: I love watercolor prints on apparel because they are so feminine, "artsy", and gorgeous! Omiru says that "watercolor-like prints are a feminine twist on the broader Bold Prints trend. Because they are so dramatic, we recommend making them the focal point of your outfit. They are simply lovely on dresses." A simple, autumn color in this pattern is popular with women and teens. I especially like Bebe's Pleated Bodice Fall Watercolor dress. You already see celebrities such as Rachel Bilson, Mischa Barton, and Olivia Palermo wearing watercolors.