THE NEXT BIG THINGS Our annual, all-inclusive preview of the pieces, trends, and designers we're excited about for 2008 including:

New talent: Our favorite up-and-coming lines include Ever, All Dressed Up, Frank Tell, Dolan, and Nino Bauti
Bag obsessions: We're smitten with the briefcase shape, and just-launched bag collections from Velvetine, Gary Graham, and Development by Erica Davies
What we all want: 2008's key pieces include a layered silk dress, a sequined miniskirt, a tribal necklace, a short-sleeved cardigan, and a white tuxedo jacket
We're betting on: Trends we love include sea-themed jewelry, skinny army pants, asymmetrical dresses - and the newly revamped line Biba
Shoe obsessions: Bold new shapes include peep-toe shoe/booties and pointy-toe penny loafers, plus everything from the line Pour La Victoire

ON OUR COVER Blake Lively professes a lifelong love of fashion: "Growing up, I was constantly borrowing clothes from my older sisters," she says. "Now that I'm on Gossip Girl, the wardrobe is so amazing and inspiring, it's opened a whole new style gateway for me." In addition to her work on the hit show, the 20-year-old actress will also be seen later this year in the film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2.

BEST WEBSITES 40 under-the-radar retailers offer an outstanding selection of eclectic finds. Our guide to the best websites you've (probably) never heard of.

RICH, BRIGHT COLORS Our hottest tip for a great winter look? Revamp your wardrobe effortlessly by mixing clothes in vibrant shades.

DO GOOD WHILE YOU SHOP Stylish pieces you can buy guilt-free, since the proceeds go to supporting poverty awareness. Donations are based on sales between December 4, 2007, and February 4, 2008.

LUCKY HOW-TO Tons of expert tricks, including advice for pairing crewneck sweaters with A-line skirts, what to look for in a dropwaist dress, and our in-house secret on how to travel with your jewelry.