23.8.11

Transition to fall

All the leaves are brown
And the sky is gray...
I've been on a walk
On a winter's day
I'd be safe and warm
If I was in L.A.
California dreamin'
On such a winter's day...
- CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' -- BEACH BOYS


The evenings are getting chilly and it is time to start layering and switching your wardrobe over into fall.  I love in between seasons it is when you get to play around the most!  Mix and match a summer skirt with a fall cardigan, boots, or a long jacket, or some long pants with a sheer tank or blouse.   Layer sweaters over dresses, and feel free to wear footwear of all kinds.


I've hit the runways to update you on some of the latest fall trends - photos from Style.com


WARNING:  PHOTO AND TREND OVERLOAD!!!!!!

COLOURS
Neutrals & soft, pale tones
Christian Dior
Blumarine
Giorgio Armani


Burnt & crimson shades, 70's retro colours - purple, orange, yellow, red
Christian Dior
Gucci

Black & gold for a touch of elegance 
Miu Miu
Versace
Gucci


TEXTURE
Bold, graphic prints - I like them done best in monochromatic colours with the shades mixed up.
Emilio Pucci


Snakeskin, animal print, plastic, sheer, shimmer and fur just to name a few
Dolce & Gabbana
Prada
Christian Dior


Pleats, ruffles, bows, feathers, stars, polka dots all over the runways!
Alexander McQueen
Christian Dior
Dolce & Gabbana


STYLES
Gothic-chic.  I have not seen this look perfected on the runway for a long time and I am loving the dark edge to these styles.
Alexander Wang
DKNY
Givenchy
Lanvin


Military, androgynous & equestrian - suits, riding boots, strong and powerful dressing
Louis Vuitton
Blumarine
Burberry
Mulberry


Maxi / midi dressing - play with the lengths of your tops and skirts!  Go anywhere from crop tops to tunics,  medium length to floor length bottoms
Louis Vuitton
Blumarine
Ellie Saab


ACCESSORIES
Chunky collar or choker style necklaces, bowties.
Christian Dior
Alexander Wang
Dolce & Gabbana
Elie Saab


Big & bulky structured jackets & parkas
Miu Miu
Marni
Alexander Wang


Hats!  There are some unique hats on the fall runway so make sure to have fun with the shapes and styles.
Louis Vuitton
Lanvin
Moschino


SHAPES
Cut-outs are here to stay, with V necks as the focus both in the front and at the back.
Versace
Michael Kors


Layering!  Especially around the middle area.  This will help you transition your summer wardrobe into the cooler seasons.
Dsquared2
BCBG Max Azria


Wide leg pants have been peaking around for the last couple seasons but are sure to really make a hit this fall!
Marc by Marc Jacobs
Giorgio Armani

A-line shapes and colour blocking - an updated trend from summer, the blocking is getting chunkier and less neon, and the skirts are longer for the upcoming colder seasons!
Prada
Versace
Balenciaga

Happy fall shopping my loves!
Hold on to the rest of your summer before it slips away

Xoxoxo
Veronica

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