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As you probably know, Target is one of our favorite budget destinations . . . we like them not only for casualwear but suiting separates that look pretty darn good and are as affordable as it gets. Here are some of our picks for Fall 2008: Merona Herringbone Vest, $24.99 Merona Wool Suit Jacket, Brown Plaid, $99.99 Merona Wool Suit Pant, Brown Plaid, $49.99 Keanan Dufty for Target Woven Shirt with Tie, $29.99 Converse One Star Suede Soccer Oxfords, $39.99 Shaun …

For casual weekend-wear, Old Navy can't be beat -- it's a great source for up to date styling and the prices are always less than we'd expect to pay, and with sizes frequently up to XXXL. They also seem to be all about the patterns this fall (think argyle, plaid, stripes) which we kinda dig. Just please stay away from the logo stuff, unless you're under 21. Here are some logo-free pieces we're considering for Fall 2008: Men's Argyle V-neck Sweaters, …

A lifestyle brand Polo Ralph Lauren launched this spring has brought us all things all-American from bedding, travel goods to clothing. As we break into another season, we look to the American Living collection at JCPenney for patterned tops, ribbed sweaters, basic pants, autumn jackets and extras to pull an outfit together at an affordable price … just the way we like it. Brown leather bomber jacket with rib-knit trim and snap closure pockets on sale for $199.99. Ribbed zip-up white …

See Jack Shop rounds up the latest style notes from around the web: ~ indiTailored.com is the place to go for tailored dress shirt options according to Thrillist. The blog says buyers can pick between 23 fabrics, 12 collars, seven cuffs, four pockets, three pleats and monogram styles. ~ Do you mostly wear solid-colored pants with patterned jackets? A Suitable Wardrobe says to mix things up the “British way.” They say it’s OK to pair patterns as long as they’re on …

The Deal: Shop the Fall Sale at Gap.com The Lowdown: Gap is the perfect go-to store for basics that will take you season, to season, to season. Which is about as budget-friendly, in terms of value, as it gets. It's even better when you can hit a sale, like this Fall Sale where you'll find great deals on everything from cool blazers (like this Pinstriped Herringbone number on sale for $59.99) to sweaters (like this Argyle V-Neck for $34.99) to jeans …

Yes, there is a difference between the scarves you were rocking this summer and the following fall picks. The material is thicker than the sheer fabrics of summer, so these will actually keep you warm. Also, the colors are richer for a fall ready accessory. How to wear it this season? David Colman of the New York Times recently wrote that scarves “…can be added to a dressed-down look like a V-neck T-shirt and jeans to give it a dressed-up flash.” …

What: Add hardware to your step with a pair of buckled boots. What we say: Sure, when you think buckles and boots – motorcycles come to mind. But buckles don't necessarily have to give you stocky leather footwear. Buckled boots are trimming down with thinner soles and we're even seeing some extra detail with added straps. Switch up your casual boots and buckle up with some of our finds. Get the look: Pictured: Kenneth Cole Reaction leather boot with double buckle …

What: Warming up to corduroy blazers. What we say: Fall brings out the corduroy pants from the back of our closets. But we've been seeing corduroy move on up in the world -- to blazers. As long as you don’t wear corduroy top to bottom, we're all about these blazers. They're solid transitional jackets and the corduroy material makes the blazer style more casual to wear over hoodies and cardigans. Get the look: Pictured: Two-button corduroy blazer in gray and brown …

Japanese retailer Uniqlo is known for there affordable cashmere sweaters but the chain is also full of casual basics -- with appealing prices. Uniqlo doesn't have many locations outside of Japan, so we look to their UK site for what's new on their racks. We spotted a few trends you're already in the know about -- black denim and slim vests -- and picked out a few other on the cheap finds to get you going. Black and navy fleece lined …

What: Dare to stand out in colored pants? We dare you. What we say: Denim and the standard colors step aside -- we're seriously considering getting edgy with fitted colored pants. So we've got fitted and colorful in the same sentence -- tricky? A bit, but it's an achievable look. Hues along with a slim fit make the pants look tailored -- let's avoid a colorful mess. Pair it retro with high tops and a patterned top or prep it up …