Curating Your Fall Wardrobe
Top 10 Staples For Fall:
Ladylike, structured silhouettes
Fall styles mark a return to refined dressing and a shift toward elegant, chic style.
Styling examples include lady jackets, tailored cardigans, below the knee skirts, and shift dresses — to name just a few.
2. Elevated Everday
In line with the shift toward more refined dressing, we’re seeing ‘everyday’ outfits as an opportunity to make a fashionable impact while maintaining a level of sophistication.
Styling examples include neutral matching sets, shirt dresses, and buttoned up cardigans.
3. Deep Khaki
Deep khaki, an ode to an earthy green, has a strong presence this Fall across ready-to-wear clothing, shoes, and accessories.
Styling examples include modern spins placed on the traditional khaki-colored denim, trench coats, sweaters to place over the shoulders, and everyday totes.
4. Right-sized Leopard Print
It’s been said that ‘it’s a great year for leopard print’ as this long-time pattern trend can be used for a full ensemble, an accent or an accessory. With animal prints, I always recommend a less is more approach — hence the term ‘right-sized’.
Styling examples include leopard (or cheetah) printed slip dresses, belts, purses, and shoes.
5. Versatile Cardigans
One of the more unassuming garments, a cardigan provides the functionality of a jacket and the coziness of a sweater. Remember to consider the best length for your body type as to maintain a visible waistline and elongate the figure.
Styling examples include pairing a cardigan with a wide leg jean, a cinched-waist dress or an above-the-knee skirt.
6. Printed Knits & Heritage Weaves
Printed knits and heritage weaves are big this Fall which means there’s great opportunity to pull out old and new pieces with bold color mixes and enlarged motifs.
Styling examples include a wide-striped sweater, a colorful plaid, and any accessory that adds texture to compliment the scale of these printed knits.
7. Statement-making Accessories
As I always say — it’s all in the details. Layer in accessories this Fall to elevate any outfit and put your personal style spin on any look.
Styling examples include pulling in a hat with personality, sunglasses that make you feel chic, and a textured bag that carries just the right amount — perhaps with a cool, subtle detail that those looking (read: admiring) closely will notice.
8. Sleek, Pointed Toes
While the pointed toe has and always will be considered a footwear classic, it’s been overshadowed in years past as flashier shoes have had their moment — but the pointed toe is back and better than ever.
Styling examples include pairing a pointed toe of any heel height with flare leg jeans, a pleated dress or a dressy ensemble for special events. Explore pointed toe shoe options from flats to kitten heels to pumps.
9. Waist-accentuating Belts
A belt offers fluid placement and instant elevation with a cinch of the waist. When selecting an ideal belt, consider everything from classic styles to metallic and textured.
Styling examples include wearing a belt to trim down a wider-cut shirt dress, accentuate the waistline of a wide leg jean, and give definition to an oversized blazer.
10. Outerwear As Tops
Wearing outwear as the focal point and primary top can be a great way to pull in many of the trends shared above — including ladylike silhouettes, deep khaki, right-sized leopard print, and heritage weaves.
Styling examples include complementing any feminine skirt or pant with an outerwear piece to create a beautiful juxtaposition and instant visual interest.
Top 3 Pieces to Transition from Summer:
Off-white Denim
Layering Tanks
Slip Dresses
