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Girls' Life, August-Sept, 2003

We give you the answers to what's in fashion this fall--from mod to military, '80s punk to athletic chic. Plus? The buzz on fall beauty. So study up on the looks you can't go back to school without. Mix but don't match to make the grade. Pop quiz, anyone?

SPORTY JACKET

Fall's jackets-from bombers to baseball-go sleek and shiny. Can you say, "Hello, Charlie!"?

Sneaker boot.

Blame it on Gwen Stefani. Show off sneaker boots by pairing them with skirts and bright tights.

MESSAC TEE

Speak out without offering a word.

CROPPED CARGO

Wear your cropped cargo pants now with a fun sneaker. Then, as the weather cools, slip on some rad knee-boots. And don't forget the bright tights!

BRIGHT TIGHT

Goodbye, bare legs. Hello, color! Legs have it this Fall in vivid hues that match your every mood. If you have great legs, don't be afraid to go bold!

JERSEY TOP

Athletic gear goes fly. Pair your winning number with jeans or the newest bootie-skimming velour pants.

Mesh-trimmed top, $15, Pure Design. Long-sleeved T-shirt, $21, Classic Girl by American Apparel Velour sweat pants, $60, Paul Frank. Choker, $6.25, Claire's Watch, $65, Tokyo Bay.

'80s PUNK ACCESSORY

Don't wanna look like you're going to a Black Flag show? Touch on an extreme trend like '80s punk in small doses. Add a stud bracelet or grommet belt to basic jeans and a tee. It's a new look without blowing your summer savings.

Set of 12 rubber bracelets, $6, dELiA's, Patent-leather solky bracelet, $15, Funk Plos, Grommet hip belt, $20, Steve Madden, Layered top Self-Esteem, Plaid wrap mini skirt, $48, Necessary Objects. On nails. Wicked by Essr.

WARM UP SUIT

Ready, set, DIVA! Fashion doesn't have to corn promise comfort. Make your track suit worthy by ditching the sneakers for J. Lo inspired boots.

Left: Velour hoodie, $69, and matching pants, $69, JLo by Jennifer Lopez. T-shirt, $21, Classic Girl by American Apparel. Boots, $90, Steve Madden. Rubber bangles, $6.25 tar bag of 50, Claire's. Handbag, $43, Jordi LaBanda. Candy chokers, The Dollar Store.

Right: Velour jacket, $89, and matching side zip pants, $79, DKNY Active. One-shoulder lop, $12, Yagi. Faux suede cap, 520, Betmar at Hecht's. Beaded necklace, S24, Adia Kibur. Watches, $40 each, Swatch, Hello Kitty bag, $14, Claire's. Boots, $90, Steve Madden.

PLEATED MINI

Modern minis get a kick outta pleats. Want to show less leg? Pair knee or over-the-knee socks to update your mini. Stay a little more covered and a lot more warm!

ASIAN TOP

Good fortune will come your way with the latest Chinese takeout. Another great way to update your basic white shirt and jeans!