Finally it has cooled enough for me to start parading my hosiery collection. I've always adored variety of hosiery as to me they have always been a way to play-up an outfit. Some prefer awesome jewelry I preferred hosiery. Finally, this fall 09 runways were packed with all kinds of hosiery making legs one of the key accessories! This observation of mine was further re-assured by a wonderful article I found in Flare magazine which strictly focused on.... of course, hosiery!!!

Balenciaga fall 09; Christian Dior couture fall 09; Jean Paul Gaultier couture fall 09

"Sexy dark sheers are back for daytime.Wear 24/7 with minis and fierce heels. Or pair with one of the new dresses, but keep it modern with sleek booties." (Flare, October 09)

Chanel fall 09;Elie Saab Couture fall 09; BCBG Max Azria fall 09 3.1 Philip Lim fall o9

"Bejeweled tights with flecks of tiny stones dish up a heavy dose of attitude. Sparkly stockings make a statement with a classic blouse and pencil skirt combo or a tux jacket and edgy leather shorts. Avoid looking over-the-top by stocking to clean sculptured clothing and slick heels." (Flare, October 09)

"Showstopping tights add an eccentric touch to rich tweeds and knits. Lively geometric freshen up day suits and jumpers. Choose those with a dark base and subdued patterns for a more classic take on the trend. Chunky platforms or booties look best with thicker stockings. Caution: horizontal stripes will make your legs look heavier."(Flare, October 09)

My personal favorites have been variety of blacks and neutrals in all sorts of patterns and materials, however this season I have finally enough guts to try out color!!!But... Not yet!

I have yet to find a pair that will suit me, but for now... I am taking baby steps wearing sheer black pantyhose with grey and blue polka dots :) Tiny specks of color but a huge step for me! Not overwhelming but still adds a great deal to an overall muted and neutral look.

Also one of my fall favorites: cashmere....I love it! The time has come and I am ready to take out my cashmere collection of sweaters, cardigans, dresses, scarf, gloves ..... and a new addition to it is this over-sized cardi that I picked up earlier today :)

I am still excited at how perfect it is...for now I will wear it as a light jacket and later as a layering piece... all I need to do is find an amazing belt to go with it ( proved to be a mission impossible!)

P.S. I also made a purchase that I have been fearing for the past ten years... stay tuned because trust me, even I can't believe it :S

With Love... Marta