How Fashion Trends Change as the Weather Gets Cooler
Fall is all about nesting, and preparing ourselves for the siege of winter ahead.Fall fashions turn from summer foibles to a more classic and timeless feel.
Once that first cold nip is felt in the air, we get that urge to keep all our summer clothes away and snuggle ourselves into looser, more comfortable, and thicker clothing. The colors change, too, from bright, acid colors to deeper, natural, earthier tones. To the back of the closet go the loosely woven tops, linen pants, sandals huaraches, and basket bags. Outcome the chunky knits, supple leathers, and comfy boots.
Fall is all about nesting, and preparing ourselves for the siege of winter ahead.Fall fashions turn from summer foibles to a more classic and timeless feel.Fall fashion always starts with a basic wardrobe based on one or two neutral colors (think black, brown, grey, burgundy or another dark, jewel color) that can be accessorized with the trends of the season. The basic pieces of a fall wardrobe are:
Casual pants - jeans are ok for this. Choose a darker color blue, black, or tobacco brown for an unexpected twist on the classic.
Work pants - two pairs are enough. They can also work for semi-formal occasions and are essential for a workable wardrobe. Black is always a good choice and then the other can be another neutral color that is echoed or contrasted in the blazers you choose
Skirts - two skirts in neutral colors will give you a lot of wear this season. Black wool and another color that complements your blazers will give you countless outfits to mix and match.
Dresses - the wrap dress is a classic for fall, and can work well for several types of occasions.
Shirts and blouses - a classic white blouse in a heavier fabric like thick silk can work with everything
Blazers
Sweaters - solid colors mix well with all the pieces and a medium weight, smooth or nubby silk knit works well.
Shoes - a closed-toe black heel or a classic boot are suitable partners for these types of apparel
Coat - a classic trench, either in a neutral or in a contrast color if that's more your style, will be the perfect finishing touch to your outfit.
We'll be seeing a lot more of these trends you can mix with your basic pieces:
The Paris runways are showing a "clean chic" look with minimalistic touches that can be worn for years to come. An obvious reaction to the unstable financial situation, this look is "recessionista" to the core. The clothes have a more luxe feel to them that comes from the simple styling that beautifully sets off the rich feel of the fabrics. These aren't clothes for 18-year olds, this is apparel for women.
Another variation on this trend is the more embellished "Dandy" look. Reminiscent of Beau Brummel redone by Chanel, the look is still tailored but touched with a bit of lace and ruffles. The clean styling follows the body and highlights a nipped waist accessorized with tailored vests, fob chains, tails, and jodhpurs.
More toned-down yet still masculine is a cleaner, more functional, military style. Army greens and functional coats form the basis for this style, that echo the aviators of the previous century, and the army look of the same time. Cargo pants with aviator boots and dark brown leather jackets channel Amelia Earhart perfectly. Think Greta Garbo and the classic pin-up girls and you've got the look just right.
Casual pants - jeans are ok for this. Choose a darker color blue, black, or tobacco brown for an unexpected twist on the classic.
Work pants - two pairs are enough. They can also work for semi-formal occasions and are essential for a workable wardrobe. Black is always a good choice and then the other can be another neutral color that is echoed or contrasted in the blazers you choose
Skirts - two skirts in neutral colors will give you a lot of wear this season. Black wool and another color that complements your blazers will give you countless outfits to mix and match.
Dresses - the wrap dress is a classic for fall, and can work well for several types of occasions.
Shirts and blouses - a classic white blouse in a heavier fabric like thick silk can work with everything
Blazers
Sweaters - solid colors mix well with all the pieces and a medium weight, smooth or nubby silk knit works well.
Shoes - a closed-toe black heel or a classic boot are suitable partners for these types of apparel
Coat - a classic trench, either in a neutral or in a contrast color if that's more your style, will be the perfect finishing touch to your outfit.
We'll be seeing a lot more of these trends you can mix with your basic pieces:
The Paris runways are showing a "clean chic" look with minimalistic touches that can be worn for years to come. An obvious reaction to the unstable financial situation, this look is "recessionista" to the core. The clothes have a more luxe feel to them that comes from the simple styling that beautifully sets off the rich feel of the fabrics. These aren't clothes for 18-year olds, this is apparel for women.
Another variation on this trend is the more embellished "Dandy" look. Reminiscent of Beau Brummel redone by Chanel, the look is still tailored but touched with a bit of lace and ruffles. The clean styling follows the body and highlights a nipped waist accessorized with tailored vests, fob chains, tails, and jodhpurs.
More toned-down yet still masculine is a cleaner, more functional, military style. Army greens and functional coats form the basis for this style, that echo the aviators of the previous century, and the army look of the same time. Cargo pants with aviator boots and dark brown leather jackets channel Amelia Earhart perfectly. Think Greta Garbo and the classic pin-up girls and you've got the look just right.
