Retro Elegance: Get the look for Fall/Winter
This season brings back the elegance of the 40′s, 50′s and 60′s fashion. Jackie O inspired dresses and coats with her signature big buttons provide a fun yet sophisticated flair.
From the 50′s houndstooth makes its way back into the mainstream on jackets, suits, dresses, vests, shoes and purses. Go with the classic houndstooth black and white or for an updated twist choose turquoise and grey or red and white.
The 50′s long and lean pencil skirt becomes a fashion basic. Add a slim or wide belt and pair it with a tucked in blouse or turtleneck. Plaid is back in a variety of colors. Dresses are everywhere, choose a 60′s inspired bold print, graphics include big bold squares of color or geometric prints. Choose a shift dress, smock dress, square neck dress, sweater dress, tunic or jumper. Romantic ruffles and bows on jackets, dresses and blouses add interest.
Layering is hot so put a blouse or turtleneck under your shift dress, tunic or jumper. Then add a colorful scarf to complete the look. Sleeves are big, choose from puffed sleeves, three quarter length, or the hottest look being the kimono sleeve. A sophisticated cropped jacket with three quarter length kimono sleeves adorned with big buttons will elevate you to elegance this season.
The color palette for the season: black and white is big, grey is the basic, browns and greens are out there with bright flashy jewel tones adding the excitement. Electrify your look by choosing cobalt blue or deep purple especially against black contrasting pieces, this color is bold and beautiful.
As for accessories look for slim and wide belts, richly textured and colorful scarves, big resin bangles adorned with charms and gemstones , the circle link necklace, headbands, opaque tights and the big bag purse. A variety of footwear is out there from platform pumps, wedge heels, the high heel loafer, riding boots, and thank heavens for ballet flats. Shoes with all over prints are hot as well as two toned footwear and patent leather.
One wish fashion list: Invest in something with the houndstooth pattern-choose a jacket, skirt or dress in this sharp print. It will give you the modern vintage look of the season- gorgeous and sophisticated.
