Peep Toe Oxford Shoes
Inspired by the serious businessman but femmed-out for the trendy fashionista, peep toe oxford shoes are sophisticated enough for the office yet capricious enough to add an element of whim to your career wear. This is a pair from Nine West –
Undertoe, $99.00.
Bell Skirts
So cute, so sexy, so flirty – a nicely fitted bell skirt on a confident, chic woman is bound to make many hearts chime. I plan on wearing my bell skirts with opaque tights and my new peep toe oxford shoes. This cute bell skirt from
Alloy comes in black, dark red, white and my favorite – teal. $26.50.
Short Sleeve Coats
In most trend-setting cities across the U.S., these uniquely styled coats with their nonplussed short sleeves may not be functional, however, in my sinful town, a short sleeved coat can be used throughout fall and winter. It doesn’t get that cold in Las Vegas, and I can’t wait to wear my short sleeved coat with a bright jewel-tone necktie blouse. You may recognize this short sleeve peacoat from
Gap’s ad campaign. At $78, it’s the most affordable one I’ve seen so far.
Peacock Feather Accessories
Whether worn on my ears or as a necklace, this choice plume will take me from fall through spring 2009. It’s sweet, exotic and calming. What a charming way to add something fantastical to my outfits. These earring are from
Hot Topic and are only $8. Sweet.
The Color PurpleWhat I really want this fall is a purple handbag. I think all purple handbags look hot, whether worn as a hobo, structured bag or clutch and in leather, patent leather or suede. But my
Twitter friends have voted for purple suede and that’s what I plan on carrying. Naturally, I love this Gucci bag sold at
Neiman Marcus. It’s doubtful I’ll attain it, but I imagine I’ll find something like it. $1350.00.
I really appreciate these particular trends because they’re classic and understated. Maybe they won’t be as trendy come Fall 2009, but I have a feeling I can still wear these pieces, in small doses, and get away with it.
Want more options? Here’s what my super-stylish friends recommend:
“I love hippie-inspired, vintage looks for any season (think Nicole Richie on a good day…she’s my fave). This fall, the #1 trend I’m totally coveting is fringe… specifically a cool suede fringe bag (probably in a deep purple. Purple is my second favorite trend for fall!). Also, feathers are huge! I might do it in a small way by buying a feather pendant necklace or feather earrings.”
Hannah E., Las Vegas
“I will be rocking out the black lace, dresses, tops and tights. (Think Prada.) I will pair this up with a great pair of ankle booties (until the snow hits). Also, I am going to try and incorporate more jewel tones, and gold jewelry (layered) for fall. But stuff like magenta, and burnt orange…oh, and more structured handbags.”
Mindy S., Chicago
“Plaid is super hot!”
Leemarie S., Las Vegas
What fall trends will you rock? Please feel free to leave a comment!
I’m obsessed with peacock plumes. But I’m far too smart and savvy to allow myself to indulge in every gorgeous peacock plume accessory I see. And believe me, there are a lot out there. One or two peacock plume accessories are enough, such as this vintage acrylic bracelet I purchased at The Gypsy Den for only $15. I love it and get lots of compliments on it.
