Bows, Ruffles, and Chiffon .... Oh My!

As we continue to review ladylike looks for the fall, don't forget three important aspects....bows, ruffles, and chiffon. The runways and fall catalogs are filled with these three things. However, the trick is to not wear all three in one - two is okay but not three!

Let's look at the bow top first. There are plenty of ways of wearing the bow top - tied in a true tight bow, tied in a loose bow, tied in a sailor's knot or tied like a scarf. This fall all ways will work and will look chic. If you are feeling a little like Bozo the Clown with your bow, try layering the top with a cardigan or sweater - this will lesson the impact of the bow.

Ruffles too are all the rage this fall. I feel like this is a trend that keeps coming back fall after fall so you are bound to have something in your closet with a ruffle. Again remember, you are going for a ladylike look - not a school girl - so be sure to pair it with the appropriate pants or skirt. And, if the top is to billowy, belt it so the ruffles don't take over you.

Chiffon tops can stand alone but also work great with bows or ruffles. If your top is chiffon, be sure to wear a camisole so no one sees anything extra. It's always safer to wear either the same color camisole or nude camisole under the chiffon top.

So, enjoy being a lady this fall and really show your feminine side!