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    Top 5 Looks from New York Fashion Week to Wear Now

    Get a jump on the trends by wearing these looks now.

    By Brett Olsen for TheBlush.com

    1. The Trend: Motorcycle Jackets
    Wear it now: zappos.comWear it now: zappos.com













    On the runway:
    Side zips and chunky hardware have been consistently cool for many seasons, but next spring's interpretations have a softer, feminine edge.
    Wear it now: Layer over a tee for a casual-cool look. Free People cropped vegan leather jacket, $198, Zappos.com

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    2. The Trend: Harem Pants
    Wear it now: zara.comWear it now: zara.com













    On the runway:
    The flowy, tapered trouser trend continues and was all over -- from Rag & Bone to See by Chloe.
    Wear it now: Instead of opting for the bright hues, which may be a little too vivid for fall, try black, gray or metallics. Metallic harem pant, $80, Zara.com

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    3. The Trend: Crop Tops
    Wear it now: frenchconnection.comWear it now: frenchconnection.com













    On the runway:
    Okay, stay with us here. These midriff-baring tops may seem outrageous, but they were so prominent on the New York runways, they simply can't be ignored.
    Wear it now: Go with classic black and pair it with a high-waisted pencil skirt and sheer blouse. Jeannie stretch crop top, $108, FrenchConnection.com

    4. The Trend: Sheer Illusion Cutouts
    Wear it now: ASOS.comWear it now: ASOS.com













    On the runway:
    Another way to get in on the "skin-is-in" trend is with sheer cutouts. They're a little easier to wear than the crop tops.
    Wear it now: This trend is seasonless, so it's super-easy to pull off right now. Add some opaque black tights and a shawl collar blazer for a fresh fall interpretation. Lipsy dress with mesh sweetheart insert neck, $58, ASOS.com

    5. The Trend: Jumpsuits
    Wear it now: zara.comWear it now: zara.com













    On the runway:
    Jumpsuits are the perfect casual alternative to a dress. They serve as a one-step makeover that looks super-current without much thought.
    Wear it now: Pare back to a black belt and some killer booties to create a high contrast that will take the look into autumn. Combined jumpsuit, $80, Zara.com

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