Fall Fashion Trends

As summer comes to a close, stores worldwide are rolling out their latest in fashion trends for the fall season. Every year, shoppers trade light and airy summer pieces for thick and cozy fashion that is perfect for the cooling temperatures. All the rage this fall includes clothing in darker hues, a cute pair of booties, caramel leather accessories, and comfy knit pieces.

Darker Hues

After labor day, white and pastels are out and moody, darker color ways are back in. The biggest color for fall is a deep burgundy color called Oxblood and it is certain to be seen on runways and store shelves worldwide. Other on trend colors include army green, beige or chocolate brown, and deep greys. These color palettes aren’t limited to just clothes though. Seasonal fall colors can also be used to elevate manicures, hand bags, shoes, lipstick, or even hair. A deep maroon lipstick or nail polish color is the perfect way to make any look seasonally appropriate. Many women color their hair darker after summer is over and highlights are out of season. Consider a darker brunette or deep maroon shade to fit the fall aesthetic. Luxury hair pieces in one of these hues are an ideal way to wear the trend without fully committing to coloring hair.

 

 

 

Boots and Booties

Wearing seasonally appropriate footwear during the colder temperatures is a given, and if 2016 was any indication, then this fall will be all about the booties, a shorter style of boots. A good pair of booties in a neutral color tone can be worn with almost any outfit, from dresses to skinny jeans, and instantly make it on trend. This year, suede has really risen as the top material choice but, of course, leather will always remain a classic.

 

Caramel Leather

By far, the easiest way to transition accessories from summer to fall is by switching to a buttery leather in a caramel color. From handbags and boots to belts and even watch bands, this neutral color instantly adds an autumn vibe to any outfit. A tall pair of riding boots in a caramel leather is a fall classic with leggings or skinny jeans.

 

Cozy Knits

When the temperatures start to drop, it is time to start breaking out the cozy knits and snuggle up by the fire. A thick knit cardigan in a beige or ivory color tone is the perfect piece to transition from fall to winter. Throw it on as a layer over a plaid shirt and add a pair of booties in leather or suede and you are well on your way to an effortlessly easy fall outfit. Another big trend for the fall is the “duster” sweater which is longer in length and generally falls to knee length or below. These come in a variety of fabrics and are great transition pieces in lighter materials as they can be worn to contrast with shorts at the beginning of fall when temperatures are still warmer. Let’s be honest, any wardrobe piece that feels like wearing a robe while actually making you look put together and elevating your outfit is a win-win by any standard.

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4 Tips for the Perfect Braid

Braids have made a big comeback over the last few years. Where once upon a time they were associated with cowgirls or elementary school aged girls, now you would be hard pressed to find a red carpet event without at least one A-list celebrity who isn’t wearing a braided hair style. Most anyone can master the classic three piece braid but there are a few tricks can be utilized to take your braid to the next level.

 

Try A New Style of Braid

 

 
There are dozens of styles of braids with tutorials online in written or video form, so if you’re feeling bored with the classic three piece braid, try a new style. It’s amazing how changing the style of the braid can transform the entire vibe of your look. A messy fishtail braid can perfectly complement more formal attire while a pair of Dutch braids can give the perfect whimsical touch to a more free flowing dress or maxi skirt.

 

Tease for Volume

No matter the type of braid you’re going for, there is nothing that can cause a hair style to fall flat more than, well, flat hair. Tease the hair around your crown and add a few spritzes of hair spray in order to add volume. To do this, simply take a few pieces of hair closest to your face and set them aside with a bobby pin or clip. Then, take a section of hair from the top of your head and brush the hair down towards the shaft, opposite the way you normally would brush. Spray this back combed section with your favorite hair spray. Finally, take the front section that you previously set aside and brush it over the top back combed section. Ta-da! Instant volume.

 

Add Length and Thickness

There are some seriously enviable photos of braids permeating Pinterest and Instagram these days. You may follow the exact same directions as given in the tutorial and still not have a braid that is as thick or as long as those in the photos—even if you have long hair! The secret is that many of these braiding tutorials picture beauty bloggers or hair models who have hair extensions to add length and thickness to their braids. Even stylists who don’t normally use hair extensions will use them when doing a braid—especially for styles like a Dutch braid that wraps around the head.

 

Perfectly Imperfect

After slaving away at braiding the perfect hair style for your look, it might seem counter intuitive that the best finishing step is to mess it all up—but just a little! You don’t want a braid that looks too tight or too perfect because it lacks movement and visual appeal. A great way to make your braid look more natural is to give each loop a little tug to loosen it. This will make your braid wider and appear thicker. This tip is especially important for fishtail braids. You can customize the look of your fishtail braid just by how much you pull from each little loop.

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4 Ways to Break Free from a Style Rut

Do you ever look through a closet full of clothes and still feel like you have nothing to wear? Have you ever gotten all dressed up, curled your hair, applied your full make-up routine, but still didn’t feel happy when you looked in the mirror? The bad news is that you may be in a style rut. The good news is that all you have to do to get out of said rut is to try something new and change things up.

 

Play With Color
If you take an inventory of your closet, you’ll likely find that you are drawn to certain colors. Some people may find that half of their closet is made up of black clothes while others may be drawn to pastels in every hue. Whenever a person is drawn to a color, they will buy it again and again. Take a look at what is in your closet and then, even more importantly, look at what’s NOT in it. Try buying a new outfit in a color you don’t normally wear and see how you feel. You might like the way you look.

 

Try That New Trend

Have you ever paged through a fashion magazine or seen a woman walking down the street and thought to yourself, “Wow, I love that outfit but it’s too ________ for me.” Your blank will be different than anyone else’s but it might be filled in with words like too feminine, colorful, monochromatic, modern, hippie, formal, trendy, etc. Whatever the word or case may be– if you like it, then try it! Fashion reinvents itself every few years and you can too.

 

Change Your Hair

Maybe clothes aren’t the problem. Maybe it doesn’t matter what you wear—you just feel blah about your look. If that’s the case, try changing up your hair. If you have long hair, try a new style or cut. If you have thin or short hair and feel limited by your options, try using clip in hair extensions. Clip in hair extensions are the perfect way to test-drive a new look since they are temporary and can be removed whenever you want. This is also a great way to try a fun look like brightly colored tips while still having the ability to take them out if you have a more formal work environment.

 

 

Rethink Your Make-Up Regimen
Most of us find a make-up routine that works and stick to it day in and day out. Maybe you change it up if there’s a really special occasion but for the most part you stick it to it and have it down pat. An easy way to easily change things up in an inexpensive and non-committal way is through make-up. If you normally wear pink lipstick, try wearing red. Replace brown eyeliner with black or a pencil liner with liquid eye liner. While you’re at it, maybe it’s time to give a cat eye a try with your new liner. The possibilities for transformation are endless.

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