Suit Yourself: Women and Men's Fashion

Women in menswear has been a mainstay in the world of fashion for many years and when you mix men's clothing with stylish women you get both edgy and chic; at the same time recreating menswear.

Ralph Lauren Fall/Winter 2012/2013

 Marlene Dietrich, circa 1930's

Bianca Jagger looking mannish, circa 1970's 

Woman in pinstripe suit, circa 1930's

Women's Fall Fashion 2012

ACCESSORIES: Little touches make a BIG statement

Necklaces and earrings, pins and brooches, handbags, scarves and eye shades; where would we be without them? Those essential accessories can completely bring a simple dress to life, transform a plain outfit into something very chic and add a pop of color to a basic neutral outfit. They are such a powerful asset to your wardrobe and your daily look.

 Actress Vivian Leigh really making her mark accessorizing in this photo  - Circa 1960's

Floral Hair Accessories: (left) Jazz singer Billie Holiday known for wearing her gardenias and
(right) Mexican painter Frida Kahlo for wearing bright color flowers in her hair

A young Gloria Vanderbilt carrying a interesting looking trapezoido-shape clutch and cat-eye sunglasses 

I'm loving Marlene Dietrich black and white leather gloves and
matching art deco purse by Hermes from 1932 film "Shanghai Express"

Actress Romy Schneider who starred in 1966 film"Triple Cross"accessorized her outfit very simple
 with a pair of multi-strand pearl necklace, chic fedora hat and a practical watch