Wardrobe Wednesday Fall 2014 Trends

It's that time of year, for me, its the the last time I can get away with, "Mom, I need new clothes to start school with." Bummer, but It's life and everything comes to an end.

I'm sure if you've been in a store lately, you've noticed that slowly, fall clothes are showing up on table displays and fixtures. This is happening. Summer is officially over. Soon enough, we will all start to hear the non-stop Christmas music playing. I think we can all wait a little longer for that though, it's still August!

Time to pack away your summer tanks and shorts, and start thinking about your fall essentials. This is nuts, considering it's 80 degrees today, but this is the way the fashion world works, always one step ahead!

Here are some must-haves for Fall 2014!

Sneakers:

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I don't think sneakers like these were ever caught walking down a runway, especially this one, which was Chanel's Fall 2014 line... shocking, yet comforting. I can't complain that the "IT" shoes are sneakers. It could be worse!


Trapeze Bag:

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Now, of course you're thinking that we can't ALL afford the Celine trapeze bag, but they're plenty of designers "mocking" the style, which is very popular for fall and comes in a variety of colors and textures.

Sixties Retro:

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There always seems to be one decade that each season, sneaks its way into the trends list. This season's is the sixties retro style. We've seen this before. Of course, these runway looks aren't the everyday outfit, but modifying sixties inspired is not difficult. A cool retro patterned dress or blouse in a pastel shade and you've got yourself a go-go look.


Blanket Coat:

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I personally this this trend is pretty innovative. We have seen the poncho, the long cardigans, but never a "blanket coat," which is what this trend is being called. It is a coat that is just so not structured, it's like a blanket. I think I would fall asleep if I was sitting in class with this on, that's just me though.

Knit Sweaters:

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I'm loving this trend. Big knit sweaters as dresses or tops is exactly what fall should look like in my eyes. This is a great way to get warm for those cold days in November. Also, a great way to layer, by adding a shirt underneath, giving you the option to take off the heavy sweater.


Faux Fur:

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Fur seems to be in and out of seasons too. Faux fur is pretty popular in the cold months of fall. You can see anything from a coat, to a vest, to piping on a shirt. It comes in many ways, colors, styles, you name it. It's sort of that mark on cold weather, so make sure you are wearing it appropriately in the right months!


Over-the-knee Boots:

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Over-the-knee boots are being mixed here with the other trend, the knit sweater dress, which I think is adorable together! Depending on the weather of course, these boots can really keep you warm and are just as cute as booties.


Leather Bomber Jacket:

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These leather bomber jackets are great statement pieces that can really turn a whole look into a different style. It's a great jacket to wear in the fall on those cooler days right before winter comes. Throw it on with a light sweater and cute pants and flats, and your look will be ten times better than with any other light jacket.



Hope you're ready for fall!

XO- Amanda