Don't fall a victim to fashion trends.

This photo is a very powerful high-fashion shot. Unfortunately, we can not wear our makeup like this in daily life, just like most women can not wear the outfits which waltz down the runway during fashion week. High gloss fashion magazines are artful and insightful into the world of mode. They keep us up to date about what is *hot* while simultaneously keeping the industry's "circle of life" afloat.
When browsing through images of high-priced clothing, grab the underlying advice of what is in trend, and apply it to buying something timeless. Textured pieces are in fashion this summer and fall, so instead of putting a huge dent in your credit card with something that Carrie Bradshaw would wear, pick up some alligator heels - which even when out of style, are in style. The trick of owning refined and sophisticated style is to be timeless.
The fashion industry is a multi-billion dollar industry. The best of the best in publishing are hired to sell products by publishing magazines. They are designers, artists, photographers, art directors - they are selling image. So remain true to your image by styling yourself according to your personality, lifestyle and ideals.