Bobi designer, Kara Lusardi tells us about her fall must haves.

Designer Kara Lusardi gives us the inside scoop on Falls must have Items:

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Times are tough and wallets are tight, so how can you update your wardrobe without breaking the bank?

Here are some fall highlights that can help you maintain fashionista status this fall and you can find these looks at all price points.

1) Cut out shirts and cut out shoulders- since menswear is in-how can a girl still stay sexy? See these looks with cut outs from Guess and Plastic Island. If these are too pricey you can find similar looks at Forever 21 and H & M.

2) Leopard Shoes- From Kate Spade to target you can find leopard shoes and accesories this season, I recommend flats, so you can get more mileage out of them,it also goes along with the 50s inspired trends happening, Very scarlett johansson!

3) A Black Wedge- wear with leggings to give you a sleek long shape, I like the tie front ones here by Michael Kors-because they read as military. Check out Urban Outfitters to get this look for less.

4) Cat Eye Glasses- Tom Ford hits the nail on the head with these exaggerated glasses that sure to get you noticed! However I'm sure these gems are outside the budget for most to hit St. Marks Place, Venice beach or any cheap sun glass shop and you are sure to get the look for WAY less.

5) Army Green Parka - This one is by French Connection but you can find many styles and varying weights, with fur trim or without. I strongly suggest a drawstring waist to give you some lady like shape.

6) Black Tights- By Hue- under shorts, skirts, and dresses you have to have them this fall. TIP- you still love your summer floral skirts and mini dresses? Throw on with Black tights, Doc Martins and the Parka and you look like you just stepped out of an Urban Outfitters catalog.

7) Tie Front Blouse- look 70s Sheik with this must have top. You cannot walk through a store without seeing this shape, I love our Bobi one because it's knit and comfy, rather than woven, which is mostly what you will find in stores now.

8) Maxi Skirt by Bobi- A black Maxi skirt is this seasons #1 must have. You can basically throw any shirt on with it from season to season, for longer shirts I would suggest belting it at the waist to give your body some shape.

9) Tribal Skirt- Forever 21- this unexpected pattern as a skirt looks truly cool, again pair with parka and black tights to complete the look.

10) Finally Doc Martins- These are great for winter weather and grungify your girly look- Urban Outfitters.

Bobi Style Guide: Fall 2011

Trend: Maxi Skirt


















Don’t put away your maxi skirts just yet. This trend will be transitioning right into the fall season. The great thing about this look sticking around for fall is that you can wear it for just about any occasion. From day to night and from work to play this look will not only keep you warm but is also oh so comfy to wear. The maxi skirt is so versatile it’s hard to go wrong when choosing how to wear this look. An oversized sweater, a crop top or a fitted top among many other combinations will look great. Just keep in mind the occasion you are dressing for and remember that the maxi skirt is a statement piece on its own. Make sure that while wearing this look you don’t overdo the accessories or drown yourself in fabric. Be on trend in this great bobi maxi skirt that comes in a large variety of fabulous fall colors.

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Bobi Style Guide: Fall 2011

Trend: Poncho

















The hottest outerwear trend this fall is the poncho. Yep, you heard right, the poncho and its close cousin the cape were seen all over the fall 2011 runways. From Rag & Bone to Alexander Wang everyone seemed to put their own twist on this trend. So why should you be excited about this fall trend you ask? The poncho hides all the right places and looks totally fab at the same time, it’s a girl’s new best friend. Try out this trend with the shown bobi heather sweater poncho.


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