A Glam Rock New Years'

I really want to go into 2010 with a bang! And how convenient that one of the hot trends this season is Biker Brigade. This is taking chic to the next level. This trend you do not have to look like an all-out-biker-babe. No, it's adding toughness to the classics. Since its New Year's Eve, who does not love a little sequin? Um, I love it! And you will too! (Trust me, darling.) Yes, sequins, leather, and classic pieces equals GLAM ROCK!

Your color palette for this trend should be white, gray, black, blue, camel, and a deep purple. These, as you can see, are very classic colors, not to mention quite easy to work with. The easiest way to work this trend is by buying a leather jacket or digging yours out of the closet. The modern version of the jacket is zipped and shrunken.

The jacket can be worn over a mini dress with tights and booties. It also looks great over leggings and suede flat boots (slouchy works the best). If you are going to a more low-key affair when the ball drops, they also have these tough jackets made out of sweater material. If you really want to stand out, go with a leather jacket with exaggerated shoulders over cropped pants worn with bow pumps. I would add a sequin tank in there too! I am sure you have seen over-the-knee boots all over the place, and what a better night to wear them! Grab a leather jacket with lots of lapeling, layer chain link and pearl necklaces, slid those boots up and kick it!

I am still loving the skinny jeans and a leather jacket looks amazing paired with them. Look for a jacket that is ombre' and wear some oxford pumps. Can you say downtown? If your looking to draw out that inner sex-kitten, find a leather in a HOT color with many zippers, wear it with a mini skirt, and top it off with a fur stole. Meow!

The key to purchasing an investment leather jacket is buy one that is not too trendy, be able to wear it again (gray, black, camel), and make it trendy with accessories or clothes.