My Must-Have Fashion Finds for 2009

I don't typically receive a lot of clothing for holiday gifts -- mainly because I'm picky, and also because I take advantage of the time to ask for other items I don't usually buy for myself (perfume, household items, jewelry, etc.). But around this time of year I start thinking of clothing and accessories I want to invest in for the upcoming season. Since I usually have a bit more cash at the beginning of the year, I often try and buy myself a few key pieces. Here are my must-haves for 2009 [I'm sure there will be more!]. What are your must-haves for 2009?

METALLIC SKIRT AND TIGHTS

(left) ASOS Premium Gold full skirt, $30. ASOS.
(right) Sparkle Pantyhose in Gold, $20. American Apparel.

DOUBLE-BREASTED JACKET WITH METAL BUTTONS

(left) Boston Zip Detail Coat, $49.80. Forever 21.
(right) Kimchi Blue Ruffle Peacoat, $99.99. Urban Outfitters.

A LEATHER CLUTCH

(left) Double flap bag, $29.99. Hayden Harnett for Target (available Spring 2009).
(right) Clutch, $19.99. (Hayden Harnett for Target (available Spring 2009).

SOMETHING SHINY ON BOTTOM

(left) Matte Sequin leggings, $42. Twelve by Twelve.
(right) Sequined Mini Skirt, $17.80. Forever 21.

ZIPPER DETAILS




(left) Pop Caged Dress, $98. Pixie Market.
(right) Jersey Bethany Jacket, $80. Topshop.

ASYMMETRICAL HEMS




(left) Monique Open Cardigan, $34.80. Forever 21.
(right) Hooded asymmetrical cardigan, $32. Forever21.

HIGH-RISE SKINNIES



(left) Levi's High-rise skinny jeans. $78. Levis.com.
(right) Silence and Noise High-Rise Slim Straight Jeans. $39.99. Urbanoutfitters.com.

BLACK ANKLE BOOTS [that are comfortable!]



(left) Clarks Somers Ankle Boots, $130. Zappos.com.
(right) Gabriella Rocha Studio View. $119. Zappos.com.