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Designers, from left, Celine, Marc Jacobs and Chloe interpret menswear for fall. Photos: Dominique Charriau/WireImage.com; Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images; Dominique Charriau/WireImage.com

Fashion is having a masculine moment.

Menswear-inspired pieces, sent down several fall runways, are heading into stores with looks that lend a feminine twist to traditionally male vests, trousers, blazers and accessories.

"The menswear trend gives an empowering edge to women," celebrity stylist Joey Tierney tells StyleList. "There's something sexy about a women in a well-tailored suit. The look is strong, yet still feminine, with clean and simple lines."

Jeannie Mai, host of "How Do I Look?" on The Style Network, says menswear appeals to women because of it's seductive, androgynous appeal.

"Thank heavens for legends like the late Alexander McQueen and even Coco Chanel, who have taught us that, when executed well, it can result in a chic, sophisticated finish," she tells StyleList.

Menswear fashion expert Mordechai Rubinstein, who helms the blog Mister Mort, says traditional menswear pieces can look great on a woman, especially waistcoats, high-waisted trousers and the double-breasted blazer. "Not some tiny girls' poly-blend blazer thing," he tells StyleList. "(But) a proper blazer, that if you wanted to roll the sleeve a bit, it's long enough."

Here are more tips from the pros on wearing the menswear trend, while still looking like a lady.

Suiting Up:

"Make sure that your jacket fits you well, otherwise it could create a boxy silhouette," Tierney says. "Women should make sure of the fit when practicing this trend. You want to keep it sexy and make sure that the clothing you are wearing accentuates your body and doesn't hide it. Just because the trend is called menswear doesn't mean you have to dress like a man. It means you create a feminine classy look with well-tailored lines."
"Fit is fashion," Mai agrees. "Even in a boyfriend blazer, shoulder seams should be aligned with your own and darting should fall along your bust line appropriately."

Add Girlie Touches:

"To give a softer touch to menswear, mix it with sheer fabrics and lace," says Tierney. "Color is always a great way to mix in your own personal style through your accessories and accent garments."
"I prefer accents of the menswear trend," Mai says. "A newsboy cap with a pencil skirt and a button up is a chic touch, or add penny loafers to your trousers with a feminine soft blouse. Heels are always a good touch to sass up menswear, and also add height to lengthen the look when necessary."

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Fashion & Media Darlings Model Menswear Looks

From Marc Jacobs to J.Crew, menswear was a huge inspiration for fall. We invited some of our dear friends (and power players) from the worlds of fashion and media to test out the trend. Take a look at their cute boy-meets-girl ensembles. Styled by Erica Blumenthal

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Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Susan Cernek
Affiliation: Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor at Glamour Magazine

Thoughts on Menswear: "While I'm a heels girl & am a big fan of frippery, my get-dressed M.O. has always been to add something boyish before I head out the door. A big watch, a briefcase-like bag, chunky loafers-a little masculine edge helps keep flirty pieces from being too expected-or worse, too girly."

Style Tip: A blazer/blouse combo can be quite formal, so we choose to break up Susan's look with some au courant leather shorts.

Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Oxford' Stretch Wool Jacket, 398, available at Nordstrom.com. ASOS Pussybow Short Sleeve Blouse, $44, available at Asos.com. Theory 'Iselin' leather shorts, $315, available at Theory.com.Topshop briefcase messenger bag, $250, available at Topshop.com. A.P.C. ankle boots, $560, available at Apc.fr.

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Amina Akhtar
Affiliation: Editorial Director of iStyle Media

Style Ethos: "You can never wear too much black."

Thoughts on Menswear: "It's come and gone over the years but many women love to wear it regardless of trends. My favorite piece is a VIvienne Westwood tuxedo jacket and I wear it with everything I can, from cocktail jackets to jeans. There's something fun about wearing a traditionally masculine item that's cut for your figure."

Style Tip: One can never go wrong with a shirt dress but if you are looking to make the look less preppy, the addition of a cool biker vest or jacket will do.

Billy Reid shirtdress, $275, available at Billy Reid. Topshop leather biker vest, $330, available at Topshop.com. Jean-Michael Cazabat hazel booties, $695, available at Barney's New York. Reiss skinny t bar belt, $95, available at Reissonline.com. Falke ribbed tights, $50, available at Topshop.com. Zoe Chicco double strand bracelet, $92, available at Zoechicco.com.

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Angela Bronner Helm
Affiliation: Managing Editor of Black Voices

Style Ethos: "Comfortable and cute!"

Thoughts on Menswear: "I think a piece here or there is always sexy and powerful. It gives me confidence when I rock clothes that are nicely tailored or with pinstripes."

Style Tip: If you're feeling a touch of plaid and want to avoid the lumberjack route, try out a pretty blouse like the one seen here. There were also plenty of tailored suits that went down the runway, find the one that works for you. All black is always a chic option.
BCBG Max Azria blazer, $268, and black stretch pants, $98, available at select Macy's, for store info call 1-800-343-0121. Rachel Rachel Roy plaid tie front top, $79, at select Macy's. Stuart Weitzman two-tone penny loafer, $385, at Stuart Weitzman, Madison Avenue 212.750.2555. Loselliani rhinestone cluster necklace, $395, available at Farfetch.com and stacked ring, $479, for information go to Iosselliani.com.

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Connie Wang
Affiliation: Associate Editor at Refinery29.com

Thoughts on Menswear: "I'm a fan of how menswear is unfussy. The simple addition of any piece instantly sharpens an outfit (how many of us have thrown a blazer over a ratty shirt, and called it a day?) My favorite skirt length right now is right under the knee, and to counter the va-va-voom of the body-con shape, I love a fitted blazer and a pair of ass-kicking boots.

Style TIp:The three-quarter length frock is all the rage for fall. If you wear a fitted version like Connie, make sure to offset the look with a tailored blazer for day and a cropped leather jacket for evening.

Theory stretch canvas blazer, $395, available at Theory.com Z Spoke by Zac Posen stretch tank dress, exclusively at Saksfifthavenue.com. A.P.C Bordeaux Canvas and Leather Bag, $530, available at Apc.fr. Giles and Brothers long chevron necklace, $220, available at Gilesandbrother.com. Tory Burch bootie, $450, available at Toryburch.com.

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Krista Freibaum
Affiliation: Co-Founder, Serious Business PR

Style Ethos: "I like to be comfortable and I hate matching. Generally the only thing that remotely saves me fashion-wise is my love for vintage as well as timeless trends and fashion iconography from film and music."

Style Tip: Menswear-inspired pants were a reoccurring runway trend. Pairing yours with a feminine bow tie blouse creates the right juxtaposition between feminine and masculine. Also don't be wary of the high heeled hiker bootie, which was also omnipresent this season.

Candela leather jacket, $686, for information go to Candela Online Store Reiss camel tailored trouser, $185, available at Reiss Online A.P.C tie neck blouse, $250, available at Apc.fr. Temperley London leather tote bag, $1,150, for information go to Temperleylondon.com. Topshop belt, $44, available at Topshop.com. ASOS navy and brown suede booties, $135, available Nov 1 at ASOS.com.

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Gabrielle Sirkin
Affiliation: PR Manager, Zero + Maria Cornejo

Style Ethos: "My personal style is minimal and mindless. I'm always mixing in boyfriend jeans or oversized sweaters. I don't think menswear is a trend, look at Diane Keaton in Annie Hall or Greta Garbo! There's something so timeless and effortless about women in menswear-inspired clothing."

Style Tip: Blazers and bomber jackets aren't the only way to go when tapping into the menswear trend. Gab's cool pleated pants were made with the boys in mind, but her fur-trimmed topper was not. Find the right balance to help complete your look.

Shipley & Halmos Perrier cropped bomber, $665, available at Barneys New York 660 Madison Avenue New York, NY. Theory white button down shirt, $190, available at Theory.com. Men's Off Kilter Pants in Teo Wool, $598, for more information go to Zeromariacornejo.com or call 212.925.3849.
Losselliani brass feather and rhinestone ring, $160, for information go to Iosselliani.com. , and skull and rhinestone earrings, $105, at Barney's New York. Nine West 'Trixxy' high-heeled oxford, $109, available 9/28 at Ninewest.com.

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Name: Julieanne Smolinkski
Affiliation: Editor at AOL's Lemondrop.com

Style Ethos: "My fashion ethos is 'Female Mallard.' I tend to go neutral and non-flashy, in the hopes of blending into the vegetation to avoid foxes and other marsh predators."

Style Tip:Despite what some may say, white can definitely be worn after Labor Day. When paired with a chunky knit sweater, this sweet mini skirt can take Julieanne from day to night and the purple tights are a fun touch.

Tommy Hilfiger sweater, $148, and skirt, $98, available at Tommy Hilfiger Fifth Avenue Flagship. For more information call 212-223-1824. French connection western shirt, $98, available at Frenchconnection.com. Stylist's own DKNY tights. Rosegold camel suede ankle boot, $185, available at Endless.com.

Stylist: Erica Blumenthal
Hair: Bryce Scarlett
Makeup: Rachel Wood

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks

Looks that Work:

"On a casual day, a simple vintage blue work pant and a fisherman's knit sweater or cotton (sweater)," Rubinstein says. "All a few sizes up, of course. For a cold autumnal or winter evening, a gray chalk stripe flannel double-breasted suit with gray wool Birkenstocks, rag wool socks, and a fedora."
"Women should look for a well-tailored pencil skirt, fitted blazer and tailored button up shirt," Tierney says, adding that oxford shoes, such as the styles from Marc Jacobs, are great footwear choices.

Accessorizing It:

"I always add cuff links to my favorite blazers, especially antiques I've collected from my grandfathers and their fathers," Mai says. "I recently found an unbelievable old pocket watch that hardly works, but it works when I leave the chain dangling out of my front pocket. Really there's no wrong way to wear menswear."

Like the idea of borrowing from the boys? Here's how to wear the boyfriend blazer.

How to Wear the Menswear Trend For Fall

Fashion & Media Darlings Model Fall Menswear Looks