Shopping for outerwear isn't always at the forefront of our minds come steamy late summer days. But if you want to snag that perfect fall coat before there's a mad scramble online, then starting your search now is a veteran move. Early bird shoppers don't have to go it alone though. We have a handy preview of autumn's best toppers. To our relief, the fall runways have been full of decidedly grown-up options that range from ladylike and classically put together to tough-enough to handle even the most inclement of weather patterns. Check out some of our best picks to invest in now, and you'll be covered before autumn's fickle breezes start to blow. read more

Along with fur, embroidery and beading are among the best ways to convey decadence, opulence, and romance in fashion. For many designers, the main goal of using these techniques on textiles is to give garments that extra oomph factor. Project 1281, a boutique New York-based textile development firm, has made a mission out of pushing the limits on what's possible in fabric design. read more

The luxe outerwear that made an appearance in countless collections at New York Fashion Week certainly had immediate cache for attendees who braved the cold to get to the shows. But it was the accessories that really drilled home the function of fashion. read more

It’s always a refreshing tabloid treat to catch celebrities at the Sundance Film Festival sporting flushed cheeks, hat head, layers and layers of cold weather gear and what appear to be genuine smiles and a lack of red carpet posturing. Our in-the-field attendee sums the look up best, saying "There are so many famous people completely bundled up in the cold that photographers take pictures of everyone, hoping that under the layers, there is someone famous inside." read more

This year, among the chunky knits and cashmere, is lots and lots of fur. Find our faux picks here; they're cheaper, just as warm, and a lot more politically correct that the real thing. read more