Fashion - Women > Trend-Spotting

Love the look of leather on the runway during Paris Fashion Week.

Albert Kriemier kept things classic for Akris's Fall 2010 collection (L). While his sheared astrakhan was definitely a stand-out, I found I couldn't take my eyes off the double-breasted, sleeveless leather dress in deepest red. Worn with opaque tights and calf-high boots? Quintessentially minimalist.

Costume National - the label where leather is a season-after-season staple - featured some form-fitting leather pants (C) paired with cinch-waisted fur vests. Ennio Capasa used mostly muted browns and greys for this collection, and rightfully so. Earthy tones work best for leather pants. That and confidence (shy girls take note).

Annnd, the best for last. I found Phoebe Philo's interpretation of women's workwear (R) to be especially chic. How perfect is that almost-patent black leather wrap skirt? Paired with a feminine, frilly blouse and semi-sheer black tights - this is a super stylish look for Fall.