Top Four Women's Fashion Trends For Winter 2011 By Krista I Tannahill

Looking for the top women's winter fashion trends for 2011? This year crisp military styles, bold graphic prints, chic tuxedo jackets and long soft knit sweaters are the must have styles of the winter season.

Crisp Military Styles

From sleek cropped military jackets to edgy military styled pants there are an endless number of ways to incorporate this trend into your wardrobe. Incorporate a color palette of green, olive, gray and taupe into your wardrobe and invest in a few key wardrobe pieces including a military styled jacket or blazer, a pair of tapered military style pants and a pair of high heel lace up military inspired boots.

Bold Graphic Prints

Add some bold and graphic prints to our wardrobe to create a hip and edgy look. Fitted t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, skirts and one piece dresses are the best options for bold and graphic prints. When you pick out a piece of clothing with a pattern or print look for something with a hint of artistry including bold brush strokes, a watercolor appearance or even something edgy with retro shapes and designs.

Whether you are wearing a brightly colored and artistically designed print dress or a sleek and edgy long sleeve graphic print shirt with a military style blazer make sure you add some equally gorgeous and stand out jewelry pieces. Cuff bracelets, large pendant necklaces and vintage rings are divine accessories to wear with a bold print or pattern.

Chic Tuxedo Jackets

This is the year of the tuxedo jacket. The long lines and tapered design of the tuxedo jacket creates an incredibly long and lean figure flattering look. The best part of this winter fashion trend is that it works extremely well as a layered look. Wear a chic tuxedo jacket over a long graphic t-shirt or sexy camisole. Add a pair of denim jeans or sleek leggings to create a fabulous layered look for the winter season.

Don't forget to accessorize! Throw on a pair of long leather boots, a brightly colored silk scarf and some gold bangles to complete the look. The key to looking chic in a tuxedo jacket is to wear a fitted style that falls just past the hips. Keep the layers sleek and simple with two to three complimentary accessories.

Long Soft Knit Sweaters

There is nothing more divine than wearing a long soft knit sweater worn over your best fitting and most comfortable pair of jeans. From cardigans to v-necks the best sweaters are ones that will wash and wear well every time you put it on. Black, white, gray and cream are the best color choices and will work as key pieces in your wardrobe because the neutral color scheme is extremely versatile and complimentary.

Wear a long soft knit sweater over a pair of leggings, jeans or trousers. Add a pair of chic lace up ankle boots, vintage styled gemstone jewelry and a slouchy hobo handbag to complete the look.

This winter the top four fashion trends for women include military styles, bold graphic prints, chic tuxedo jackets and long soft knit sweaters. Invest in one or two key pieces that blend well with your wardrobe. Neutral color schemes are often the best way to incorporate the latest fashion trends into your current style.

Look incredibly chic and stylish in this year's must-have winter fashion trends for women. Krista Tannahill is a freelance writer who writes regularly about the latest styles and trends in women's fashion.