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Love how when every other designer is channeling the seventies in their runway shows, Miuccia Prada does a shout-out to the sixties.

Miu Miu's Fall 2010 RTW Collection was filled with high necklines, short hemlines, and super cute shift dresses.

Colours were solid and lines were clean, but there was nothing without detail; high collars were cinched with bows, and hemlines featured some serious flounce.

The perfect juxtaposition of modesty and coquettishness.

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I've had a few emails from gentlemen readers inquiring as to whether or not the denim shirt is really making a comeback for this Spring, and if so, should they be investing in this piece for their seasonal wardrobe.

The answer is simple: Yes, and yes.

While I've never been a huge fan of the denim shirt, or closely following every trend in every season, I will admit that there is something about a worn-in oxford shirt in that blue cotton that is kind of... ruggedly handsome.

I'm especially loving J.Crew's nailhead oxford utility shirt, designed with workwear from the 1900s in mind. A thicker blend of cotton, this shirt features classic camp pockets, a bit more of a tailored fit than you gents may be used to, annnd it looks great on.

At 98 dollars, it's reasonably priced, and probably a piece you'll keep for at least a couple of seasons.

_{Nailhead oxford utility shirt, $98, J.Crew}

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Hope: I'm looking for a casual pair of shoes I can wear this Spring. My girlfriend bought me a few pairs of jeans with a straight leg that are tighter than what I'm used to, and they don't look right with my sneakers.

Really, sneakers don't look right with much excepting maybe warm-up pants. And anyone wearing warm-up pants, well...

You should really purchase a pair - or two - of J.Crew's MacAlister boots. Soft suede and crepe-soled, these boots are the perfect answer for transitioning from winter to spring.

Available in dark khaki, chestnut, stone, and anchor grey (shown above), J.Crew's MacAlister was inspired by boots worn by British officers in WWII. They're made in Italy so you know these shoes will last for years.

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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.