. . . the wonderful thing about previewing fall collections in early spring is that they are always overflowing with inspiration for spring — striped sweaters and pencils skirts, layers of cropped knits over crisp blouses and wide-legged trousers, bright saffron-coloured dresses, and most of all, classic trenches, belted and perfectly paired with cuffed skinny jeans and heels . . .

{j.crew fall 2011 collection via style.com}