Fall Trends

There are two looks I’m loving for fall – all black & white, and bringing sweet pastel hues into the cooler months. I think black & white (with a little grey) is such a classically fall and winter look, and I honestly tend to gravitate towards this safe bet. But one thing that I’ve noticed is that pastels are slowly creeping their way into people’s fall wardrobes, and I kind of dig it. Pale pink cashmere and a cream vest sound like pretty cozy alternative to harsh, deep hues. What do you think – which of these trends is your fave?

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1. Glamorous Swing shirt dress // 2. Blank Denim Vegan leather jacket // 3. Rachel Zoe jumpsuit // 4. A Wear sweater // 5. Glamorous coat // 6. Zoe Karssen sweater // 7. Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent faux fur vest // 8. BB Dakota cardigan // 9. Reason Homies t-shirt

Screen Shot 2013-09-12 at 5.10.48 PM1. Madewell sweater // 2. Joie Ranya silk top // 3. Theory Trinity cuffed trousers // 4. Diane von Furstenberg dress // 5. Acne Deep wool jumper // 6. J.Crew Collection cashmere // 7. Calypso St. Barth fur vest

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Fall Staples

There are certain pieces that I think every girl has to have in her fall wardrobe regardless of where you live. My list includes a comfortable (yet chic) sweater, a beanie, the perfect riding boots, sassy booties, versatile pants, a classic trench, a chic blazer, a comfy tee and the perfect tote. I put together an extensive list of my fall favorites below (I spent many nights online shopping compiling this list… I know, my life is tough) – I hope you guys have fun shopping for my favorite season! I made sure to include both high and low price points so that there is truly something for everyone.

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Joie // Equipment // Madewell // La Garconne // UNIQLO // J.Crew

In my wardrobe at least, white, grey, tan and army green are classic neutrals in the fall months. I love solids but I also love adding a simple stripe or a sweet embellishment.

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 2.40.56 PMFendi // Mateo by Yves // Dolce & Gabbana // Peter Jensen // Eugenia Kim turban // Isabel Marant

Beanies are a tricky thing to master – you have to find the perfect one for your head that lays just right. Some people just aren’t beanie people, which is why I included a head wrap too – I love them because if you make sure to cover your ears, they keep you nice and toasty!

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 2.44.17 PMCole Haan // Tory Burch // Banana Republic // Ralph Lauren

I truly couldn’t live without riding boots in the fall or winter months – I wear them almost every day and they instantly spiff up an outfit. It’s such a classic accessory that requires little to no thought!

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 2.49.42 PMH&M // Cole Haan // Acne // Joie // SLP // DVF

Booties are the best to turn a day-time outfit into a date-night one – you can throw on booties and automatically have the perfect going out outfit!

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I typically stick to dark denim and black, but this fall I’m so tempted by all of the lighter hues that are popping up everywhere. I love metallic grey, light denim, tan and army green – plus you can never go wrong with a comfy pair of slouchy pants paired with some booties!

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 2.59.45 PMBurberry // Coach // Michael Kors // Steven Alan

A classic trench is something no girl should go without. While I absolutely swoon over the Burberry classic, I also love the idea of a slouchy, oversized trench that resembles menswear. Tan, black and red are all great options!

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 3.04.09 PMElizabeth and James // Alice + Olivia // Rebecca Taylor // Theory // Paul Smith // Tibi

Blazers add that polished element that some outfits just need – I throw them on over almost anything to make an outfit extra special. I love blues and blacks, especially when paired together!

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 3.14.18 PMJ.Crew // Rag & Bone // Proenza Schouler // Markus Lupfer // Burberry // Rag & Bone // Calypso // Madewell

I’m not going to lie, I love a classic tee. I feel most comfortable in a tee, leather pants, booties and a cool jacket. Stick to neutral or graphic tees because they go with everything and can be dressed up or down.

Screen Shot 2013-08-29 at 3.18.34 PMMichael Kors // Tory Burch // SLP // Fendi // Givenchy // Miu Miu

When it comes to bags, I’m known to be excessive. I just can’t help myself – if you’re going to splurge, it should be on a timeless bag (but that Michael Kors looks expensive at a great price)! 

I hope you love all of my fall picks – I’m so excited for the cooler months! Happy shopping, and more importantly Happy Friday!

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Pouch Obsessed

This may sound odd, but I have a complete and total obsession with pouches. I love big purses, but I also love organization, so I’m a freak about keeping similar things in cute little pouches inside of my bag. Here are a few of my current faves – I can’t get enough of #3 (I die over everything Rebecca Minkoff creates) and #1 – so classic and chic, plus I’m a huge fan of Acne, always. Which pouches are your faves?

Screen Shot 2013-01-21 at 9.32.02 PM1. Acne Pouch (on sale) // 2. Forever 21 Studded // 3. Rebecca Minkoff “Mani/Pedi Fund” // 4. Anya Hindmarch “Thank You” // 5. Marc Jacobs // 6. Cole Haan // 7. DVF (on sale) // 8. Rivington // 9. Pierre Hardy

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