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By Brandi M. Seals

Some fall fashion trends will hit and stay; others we can all hope will disappear shortly after arriving and never be heard from again. While you or I may not be fashion mavens, we can at least determine what has the potential to look absolutely awful on 90% of women's bodies.

I am all for new looks and styles, but I do not dare spend money on something that I know will go out as quickly as it came in. While there are several new trends for this fall season, most of them will probably slide back into the murk from which they came. I am sure most of us will be counting down the days until skinny jeans, leggings, and mondo-sized shirts disappear again from the fashion scene.

However, I think there are a few new trends that should stick around. The following four trends have a pretty good chance of holding their own this fall season. And hopefully, they might even stick around for awhile.

1.) Muted Colors
Say goodbye to tons of color. Gray is the new hot color. It is everywhere, in every collection. There is charcoal gray, heather gray, and any gray you can think of. People have long had a hard time adding color to their wardrobes. Some feel they do not look good in many different colors; others love the slimming affect that basic colors had. Now everyone can sit back and relax. Muted colors are back.

No one has to feel guilty that they already own trousers in only black, gray, and brown. You are now styling it up right. Basic colors or neutrals are hot right now. If you are looking to lighten things up, do not worry. There are plenty of oatmeal, gray, and muted brown tones to choose from.

2.) Punch it up with a Splash of Color
Since the muted tones have taken over and everyone seems to be the same shade of gray or brown, the way to stand out from the crowd is to liven up your ensemble with a splash of color. Make it something intense, like red or orange to really spice things up.

It is always good to have some bright and intense clothes in reserve. If you don't like too much color, opt for a brightly colored cami to punch up your business suit. Whatever color looks great on you will do nicely. Just try to keep the color up by your face. Muted tones have a tendency to washout the complexion on many people. By adding the color near the face you will combat that problem and be pleasantly surprised with the outcome.

3.) Men's Ware
That is right; it is now cool to dress like a man. I don't mean for you to run over to the men's department and start stocking up on shirts and trousers. I mean that many designers have incorporated many men's inspired pieces. There are the simple button up shirts (though much more fitted then they would be in the men's department). There are men's inspired trousers. Think light plaid patterns, herringbone and much more in a slightly heavier trouser. Do not be afraid. Try a pair on, I'm sure you will be pleasantly surprised.

4.) Short Skirts
We had finally gotten away from all those micro minis brought about since the days of Ally McBeal's race to achieve the shortest skirt that would still cover her business. Women were actually starting to wear skirts that were at appropriate lengths. Now things have changed. Above the knee is hot. At the knee is not. No one need go as short as the micro mini, but showing a little extra skin never hurt anybody.

Skirts just above the knee to an actual mini are hot this season. When buying for yourself, try things on. Always keep in mind that if you are not comfortable in the skirt and are constantly tugging it down, you will never wear it. That might mean you are not able to go as short as you want, but that is okay. Trust me; no one wants to relive the race to the shortest skirt possible. Keep your tush covered but show off the knees.