The fall season is finally upon us, which means a discussion on current fashion trends is a necessity. From colors to outerwear to silhouettes, let’s discuss the must-haves of the season and how to style them.
Feeling Red
If there is one color to define this fall season, it’s red. Whether you’re making it the focal point of your outfit by wearing a red jacket or adding it as a pop of color with a red shoulder purse, it’s a versatile color that can be easily incorporated into any outfit. If you’re the kind of person who stays away from bright colors, try finding items that instead veer more toward maroon and burgundy.
Show Your Shoulders
Off-the-shoulder pieces are having their moment this season. From oversized knit sweaters to dresses, wearing an off-the-shoulder item is an easy way to elevate your look without putting in too much effort. It adds the perfect amount of elegance to any outfit.
Leather Weather
The leather blazer trend came and went not too long ago, and this season is focusing on a more relaxed jacket style. Bomber and aviator jackets are the main outerwear pieces popping up currently. Whether you go for a cropped aviator jacket or a vintage-style leather bomber, you’re guaranteed to keep warm and look put together every time you go out.
Bottoms Up
Jeans are a must-have for every season of the year, they will never go out of style and can be worn with any outfit. Cargo pants are also still trending since becoming popular again within the last year. Having these items in basic colors such as blue, black, cream and gray will allow you to easily mix and match them with different outfits. You can keep the top portion of what you’re wearing the same and change out the bottoms. This can also allow you to switch the casualness of your outfit easily. Pair your outfit with cargo pants for a relaxed look and swap it out with jeans to have something more elevated.
Putting It All Together
Even if you know exactly what’s trending, trying to piece together an outfit can be difficult. The first thing to consider is the silhouette you’re trying to achieve. If you want something that is relaxed and loose-fitting, try cargo pants and an off-the-shoulder sweater. You can go for a monochrome look and have both pieces within similar color schemes, such as cream or white. Or you can play around with some complementary colors and try an olive-green cargo pant with a light red top. If you’re looking for something a bit more form-fitting, try jeans, a t-shirt and a fitted leather jacket. Color scheme wise, you can do blue jeans, a white top and a red leather jacket. To elevate this look replace the jeans with a black skirt and add black stockings to stay warm, or wear black dress pants. If you’re preparing for a night out, try an off-the-shoulder sweater dress. It’ll keep you warm and make you look effortlessly put together. Pair it with boots, a shoulder bag and statement earrings to complete the look.
No matter what you wear, the most important part is making sure you feel good and comfortable. The change in seasons and new trends allows us to experiment with different styles and incorporate fresh concepts into our wardrobes. Don’t be afraid to branch out from your usual jackets and sweaters to try something you’ve never worn before. Fashion is a form of self-expression, and taking the time to learn the kind of style you like and what you feel your best in will not only make you look great but also boost your confidence level.
