As August ends, the leaves change colors. From bright radiant shades to darker, warmer hues. the leaves adapt to fall and so does fashion. Classically, red, orange, and brown are the seasonal fall colors but this year I think there are specific ones that are especially focused on. A dark purple (plum), ivy green, burnt orange stone and of course, camel, the color that can be worn all year. The darker colors all look great with cream accents which really pop and the camel looks great with black and maroon. Layering is always a fun unique way to bundle up by mixing and matching sweaters, cardigans and coats. In California, although it never gets colder than 55 degrees (if we're lucky!), the bundled look of holiday season is so comfy while staying chic (if executed correctly). I'll elaborate on stone and camel because they're the most wearable.
Here are designer's example of camel and stone, and also a reasonably priced item in that color (with a link:))
-CAMEL-
(LEFT) Here is a look from the Chloé Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear Fashion Show. The silk really contrasts the flat color of the trousers and the color looks chic, yet simple.
This pair of two tone nude flats can be paired with any color and any item. The suede T strap compliments the darker canvas part of the shoe well. They are only $50 at TopShop. These feminine, versatile flats are a necessity for fall. (and even winter, and spring, and summer:))
-STONE-
The delicate, feminine, and the more masculine, heavy coat both look exceptionally sharp in the greyish shade I like to call stone. It's subtle, smart and sophisticated. Paired well with anything from navy to cream or even green or tan, stone is a staple, just like black, but far less traditional
This dress, although it could be worn in the summer, I think it could be paired with tights and flats and a cardigan or coat. The pleats are look refined and preppy and the high waistline makes it very flattering. It's $98 and for retail at Urban Outfitters.
And to end, here is one piece that combines both camel and stone.
The combination of these light, basic colors form a casual, yet stylized tee shirt which would look great tucked into jeans, under a sweater, with slim trousers and a blazer and basically anything that also has this feminine/relaxed look. For $48, this top is totally worth it.
Enjoy!!
♥
