The new Talbot's has potential

Speaking of Talbot's, I was impressed with their fall/winter line in their previous catalog. I've always thought of Talbot's as very conservative, but it's nice to see that they're branching out.

Although the model is made-up kind of scary, I definitely like the sexy leather jacket and long black leather gloves.


Nice use of long black leather gloves as accessories with these outfits.


The long gloves are nice, but the dress on the left would look stunning with opera-length black leather gloves!


The caramel-colored long leather gloves are a nice change from basic black.

New Talbot's catalog

Our new Talbot's catalog came in today's mail and there are a couple of "leather looks" I really like.

I've always thought that "winter shorts" paired with tights were very sexy. This look is made even better by pairing them with a sexy sweater and some long black leather gloves.


I also like the contrast of the smooth black leather blazer paired with the pattern and ruffles of the grey tweed skirt.

Spiegel catalog - 1980s flashback?

The current Spiegel flashback looks like a catalog straight from the 1980s, especially with its use of bright, bold colors mixed together. It's nice to see the long purple leather gloves with the yellow dress and beret featured prominently on the front page and repeated a couple of more times inside.  However, the long black leather gloves paired with the bright blue jacket is a personal favorite. It's also good to see hood / cowl scarves return as a fashion accessory. I bought one several years ago and am glad I held onto it all of these years.

Newport News leather promotion

Continuing its long tradition of leather apparel and accessories, Newport News features a "leather promo" prominently on the homepage of its website.

Over-the-knee boot sales featured prominently online

As if we needed any proof just how big over-the-knee boots are this season, check out how prominently they're advertised on these retailers' websites!

AD RECAP: JC Penney 9-19-2010

Today's Sunday ad from JC Penney features a couple of looks I really like.

First, the Liz Claiborne "boyfriend tunic shirt" looks great belted and paired with skinny jeans and boots. I could definitely see this being a favorite "go-to look" this fall season.


Even though I'd prefer that they were made of real leather, these A.N.A. OTK boots with flat heels are versatile and trendy. They look great paired with this knit mini-dress.

Victoria's Secret sale on boots

Victoria's Secret has one of the best boot selections online, and they're currently on sale for 20% with the offer code "VSBOOT." Even better, stackable coupon code "FALL10" cuts an extra $15 off orders of $100 or more, $30 off $150 or more, $75 off $250 or more, or $150 off $500 or more. Thanks to dealnews.com for the extra discount tip!

In case you need any ideas, these are some of my favorite boot looks from Victoria's Secret.