From The Runway To Your Closet (NAPSA)—Being fashionable can be simple when you add a few key looks into your wardrobe. Accessories, Accessories, Accessories Accessories areall the rage this season. The right accessories can instantly glam up any ordinary outfit. “Regal chic” is back with bold pieces such as metallic jewelry, oversized rings and wide belts that create a faux waistline. The must-have accessory is the elegant glove. Long gloves paired with a tweed cropped jacket create a chic, sophisticated look. To make a gallant fashion statement, have fun with feathers—adorn your hat, your hair or your jacket with one; itll turn heads. Fresh Faces In Fashion New designers often have insight on the most up-to-date trends. Fashion insiders everywhere are raving about up-andcoming designers Angel Chang, SANS, Naum, and Patrik Ervell. These rising fashion stars areall winners of the prestigious Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation Award, a grant given by Ecco Domani Wines to promising emerging designers. Each of these designers has his or her own spin on fashion. SANS uses eco-conscious fabrics created from natural resources such as bamboo andsoybean, while Angel Chang infuses technology into her designs. Adding just one piece of these new designs to your wardrobe can update your style in a flash. If your dream is to makeit in fashion, you too can apply for the Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation, which now has an Accessories category. Details and applications are online at www.eccodomani.com; deadline is October 5th, 2007. Ditch Those Skinny Jeans From wide-legged pants to ample sleeves and dresses—volume is in. Take tips from Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation win- ners Tom Scott and Erin Fether- ston, whose collections featured textured wide-leg pants and metallic bell-shaped skirts, respectively. When searching for a new coat, consider purchasing a cape in a rich hue such as a deep espresso brown, charcoal gray or emerald green—the hottest colors for the season. Combine the cape with your long leather gloves and you'll look like you’ve just stepped off a runway. This season’s trends are accessible and easy to wear. Don’t be afraid to experiment with a new color or style. Now is a great time to have fun with your wardrobe. By pairing these simple tips with your own individuality and style, you can be your own fashionicon.
