Beauty & Style

As summer draws to a close, Valley fashionistas are already clamoring for fall’s newest styles. The 2010 season welcomes a warm palette of rich colors, luxe fabrics and tailored pieces that are both functional and fabulous for autumn’s breezy days and chilly nights.

Stores have started stocking their shelves with loose leaf and binders, which only means one thing: It’s back-to-school time, kids. To be at the top of the class this fall semester, here are a few school-time essentials from The Container Store.

Heading to the coast? Stock up on neutral tones, breezy dresses and simply stunning swimsuits that really make a splash.

Beauty Editor Diane Aiello finds must-have skin protection and melt-proof picks for sweltering summer days