The Fall Line-Up
It's that exciting time of year again when stores get a complete makeover as
new fall merchandise rolls in, leaving us with a nostalgic feeling of campfires
and cozy sweaters. There's a lot of diversity in this fall's runway trends, which
should please all ages and tastes. Here are my favorite picks from this fall's
fashion line-up…
Bondage Goes Mainstream
Last year in my article, I predicted that leather-like leggings were going to
be a big hit. This season, they're finally getting introduced to the masses for
you fashion pleasure! These leggings aren't just for Goths and rock n' rollers,
though. Pair them with chunky ankle boots, girly tops and oversized sweaters,
and they look, dare I say, "normal!" By the end of the season I
guarantee you won't be so freaked out by them! Fit tip:buy them a size too big so they aren't skin
tight; they should scrunch slightly around the knees for a less severe look. My
favorite pick is this, environmentally and animal-friendly pair by American
Apparel, which is available at District.
Scarf It Up!
Fashion changes all the time, but scarves never go out of style. You probably
saw women (and some very stylish men) wearing lightweight cotton or linen
scarves with fringe draped loosely around the neck throughout the summer. This
trend is so effortless, and has a European cool about it – so why not carry it
over into fall? Lightweight scarves are great transitional pieces. Just wrap
loosely around the neck, and pin it into place. Fit tip: oversized,
square-shaped scarves drape the best, so buy styles that are approximately
40"l x 40"w. Available at Dillard’s.
For Whom the Bell
Tolls Bell skirts are
dainty little pieces with nipped-in waistbands that sit right at the waist, and
a cut that curves out slightly at the hips, giving wearers the silhouette of a
bell. They're a basic must-have this season, and the emphasis on the waist is a
much needed contrast from all of the swingy trapeze shapes of the summer. Bell skirts look great
with fitted, tucked-in tops and opaque tights. If you are feeling really
adventurous, pair them with the PVC leggings mentioned above! Fit tip: don't
try to squeeze into a smaller size. If the skirt is too small, it will cling to
your hips and lose the cool shape!
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