Ladies & Gentlemen :Tis the season to be stylish!

           

 Now that we have officially said farewell to summer 2010, its time that we welcome autumn with open arms. Despite the fact that the climate is starting to drop, we can still look hot with the fresh and stylish trends of the season. This autumn is all about neutral colors. Olive green is the new black! Colors like cognac, taupe, camel, beige, and brown are also popular this fall.

            Ladies, harem pants better known as “hammer pants” are reemerging this season. Not only are these pants a comfortable alternative to skinny jeans, but they are also chic and stylish. Cargo pants have been reinvented with tapered legs, they are right to wear with just about anything. Gentlemen, embrace your inner mailman and sport a classic messenger satchel as opposed to a North Face or Jansport back pack. The baggy/ sloppy look has gone with the wind. Tapered and slim fitting pants are much more appropriate nowadays. Don't be afraid to be different from you're peers by wearing bow ties and oxfords :).

Circle scarves, combat boots, chunky sweaters, and blazers are also very in this season. This autumn is all about layering, and a circle scarf allows you to do just that. Some of these scarves can be reinvented each day. These innovative scarves are unisex and can be a worn as a dress, skirt, head wrap, shawl, doubled scarf, caplet, and much more.  American Apparel has these scarves in a variety of colors for $30, but the H&M flag ship store has four basic colors (Black, blue, grey, aqua) for $15 each. Combat boots are not only for people in the armed forces. This edgy foot wear has become globally popular for both men and women. Affordable stores like Aldo, Steve Madden, Macys, Bloomingdales, JC PENNEY, and Nordstrom carry these boots. Chunky sweaters will keep you warm and on point during the next few months; they are one of fall’s loudest fashion statements. You can find this look at Forever 21, H&M, J. Crew, Old Navy, EXPRESS, LOFT etc. Blazers almost never go out of style. Like circle scarves, blazers can be reinvented each day. They can be paired with jeans, a dress, a skirt, and trousers.

            There are a variety of trends this season, but keep in mind that less is more. Trying to achieve many looks in one will only leave you looking ridiculous. Don’t be afraid to contrast textures and patterns. Sometimes wearing a monochromatic outfit works, and other times it’s boring. With fashion” one day you’re in, and the next day you’re out”. Don’t go crazy and spend too much money on one thing! Stay true to yourself and you’re style, but push the envelope with something you haven’t tried before. Inclement weather is NO excuse to dress poorly! Investing in weather friendly garments and shoes will have you looking great in the midst of snow or rain.