Since we've successfully managed to cover the issue of black pants in my recent post, lets see what we can match it with. Jackets have always been my favorite clothing items, because great cut and quality material jacket paired with black pants and a neutral top are the most important items in any gal's working wardrobe. I sincerely doubt that anyone would notice if you wore the same pair of trousers and a top but changed your jacket every time. Not that this would be an option but...a lot of things can happen (like sleeping late) when you just don't have the time or the energy to think about what to wear.

And don't forget that buying a jacket means having something to wear for all those times when casual clothing is not going to be enough. This means lunches, brunches, art galleries, product promotions...Besides, it's never a good idea to wear a suit trouser and jacket separately because one will wear off quicker than the other. Here we go with my selection of fall jackets:

	Iisli Pure lambs wool jacket in eggplant color with a super-modern belt closure is perfect for stepping out of the clichéd work jacket style. Be careful though, the color is not great for blondes, it can make them look pale and cold. On the other hand, great for you if you're a redhead or have dark hair. Available at Bloomingdale's for $228
	armani Collezioni Watercolor jacket is for those times when you feel gentle and feminine, or just want to deceive your enemy. Made of silk with a wonderful rosette closure. $1135 at Bergdorf Goodman
	Diane Von Furstenberg Belinda jacket is a must have in my book. The ivory jacket has black vertical stripes which will make you look thin thinner, plus the stripes are very big this year. The decorative bow makes the jacket feminine. Best of all, it's on sale, just $239,99 at Bluefly
	Nanette Lepore 'Gilded Age' Jacket is a wonderful piece to own, for times when you want to look chic and trendy, with a hint of sexy in it. The design calls for a sleek hairstyle and a scent of Hypnotic Poison. Get it at Nordstrom for $495