Classic Fall Fashions

Fall Classic Fashions

The weather is getting cooler. The leaves are changing colors, and there is no doubt that fall has finally arrived.  It’s time to pack away those summer fashions and leap into autumn with the stylish, classic fashions listed below.

*Turtle necks

The turtle neck, which can trace its origin back to the first of the century, is a practical fall classic for both men and women. They can be worn as a shirt, a thin sweater, or even as a mock neck. Turtle neck sweaters are warm and stylish. Both the turtle neck sweater and the turtle neck shirt help to cover the neck and move focus to the wearer’s face. Just be sure when choosing your turtle neck that you choose material that is touchable and not itchy.

*Leather

It’s not quite cold enough to pull out the thick, winter coat just yet.  So, grab a beautiful leather jacket instead. Leather is a classic fashion, and it is not just confined to jackets for the fall season.  Leather can be worn as dresses, skirts, pants, and boots. It can also become a gorgeous fashion accessory when made into a handbag or clutch. Leather is a warm, and it can be worn from fall all the way through early spring. 

*Plaid

Plaids are synonymous with fall and winter weather.  The patterned cloth called tartan is the national fabric of Scotland. However, it is not just material for the Scottish. Plain is worn around the world, and it has become a fall classic.  Plaid comes in 4 distinct types, and it makes the wearer stand out. Whether it is a plaid shirt, skirt, shorts, pants or even shoes, matching it correctly is the key.  It is best to pair plaids with solid fall colors, but don’t be afraid to experiment.

 

*Suede

Another great fall fashion is suede.  Suede, like leather, comes from the skin of animals. It is mainly worn as jackets, vests, handbags, shoes, and boots. The material is soft, comfortable, and classy. Suede comes in different colors and can be mixed with other fall fashions. Just remember that suede is very delicate and should be kept away from water and heat.

*Wool skirts or slacks

Wool skirts and slacks begin to make their appearances in the fall.  Wool is lightweight and versatile.  It is resistant to dirt and doesn’t wrinkle easily which makes it a fashion plus. Wool slacks are especially cute with other fall fashions like a turtleneck sweater or long, sleeve white blouse. 

*Long, sleeve white shirt

A white shirt is always a winner.  It is a classic staple of any wardrobe.  So, don’t forget yours this fall season.  Opt for the long, sleeve version over the short sleeve, and you are all set for autumn weather.

*Tall boots

A pair of tall boots is a fall fashion must.  They go with anything, and they can help you transition some of your summer fashions into the fall season.  They can be worn with miniskirts and tights or with knee-length trousers.  For a bold look, you can wear this fall classic with a pair of plaid shorts.

Autumn is a time of change and transition.  The weather is changing and so should your wardrobe. Pack those hot weather fashions away and slip into the fall classics listed above.

How to Transition Summer Fashions into Fall Wear

 

 

My mom is wearing a white summer skirt. This skirt can be worn in the fall with a longer sleeve top or with a jacket. The old rule about not wearing white after Labor Day has been thrown out, so continue to sport those beautiful summer whites.

Do you think its too early to talk fall fashion? Think again. Summer maybe in full swing, but these beautiful summer days are already winding down. But, don't worry.There are ways that you can still wear those cute summer styles into fall without having to worry about the cooler weather.

*Mini skirts and summer skirts

Along with summer come the miniskirts.  These short, short summer skirts and summer skirts can transition into fall. All you have to do is simply add tights or leggings underneath.  You can even throw on a pair of ankle length booties or knee length boots to give them some added fall flair. 

*Shorts

Shorts are another great summer feature. Just because summer is over it doesn’t mean that it is the end of shorts.  Shorts can be worn all year round.  To take those summer shorts into fall, you have several options.  These options, of course, depend on the type of shorts that you are planning on wearing.  For a more casual look, add a sweatshirt on top or a long sleeve tee shirt and your tennis shoes. Khaki shorts and those that are tailored can be transformed into a more refined look. Add tights and a nice blouse or a blazer to those tailored shorts and create a formal look. You can also add a pair of loafers or heels and some accent jewelry to complete the look.

*Capri pants or ankle length pants

You can still wear those Capri pants and ankle length pants into the fall.  You don’t have to add tights, but they are an option.  Put on a pair of suede booties, some oxfords, or a pair of knee length boots.  This will transform Capri pants from summer to fall.

*Tank tops

Tank tops can be covered by sheer blouses or blazers to help them move into the fall season. You can even opt to wear them with shrugs sweaters or cardigans.

*Maxi dresses or sheaths

Those maxi dresses and sheaths can be worn during the cooler months.  Wear light weight, sheer, long-sleeve undershirts beneath these dresses to create sleeves and a touch of class and intrigue for the fall. You can also wear these with blazers, cardigans, and sweater capes. 

*Sleeveless blouses

Sleeveless blouses can also benefit from sheer long sleeve undershirts, shrugs, and cardigans.  You can also wear these blouses underneath a blazer to give them added style.

Summer is almost over, but it doesn’t mean you have to put away all of your summer fashions when the wear changes. By adding cardigans, shrugs, and long, sleeve undershirts to sleeveless shirts, blouses, and dresses, you can continue to wear those summer shirts into the fall. Tights and leggings can help shorts make the transition from summer to fall.  No matter what your style, you continue to wear many of your summer fashions despite the cooler weather.

Favorite Summer Colors pt.1



Summer is in full swing, and it is alive with beautiful vibrant colors. There are so many that picking a favorite could be hard work. Not so! Here are my summer color picks and combo.

 (Excuse the crop, but my friend did not want her picture shown)

Royal blue is fantastic for summer. It is vibrant and attention getting. Plus, it transitions well into fall.

One of my main color picks for summer is mint green. This pastel goes well with several different colors: sand, coral, brown, lemon yellow, purple, creamy white, pink, and red~if you dare.

 



 



Here my mom is wearing black and white chevron print. I love chevron print. It can help to create a slimming effect.

 

This isn't quite a chevron print. However, I love the stripes. I added the yellow flower to make this outfit pop.

 

Summer Hats and Caps

Another great part of summer is the hats and caps. I love to wear hats all year long, but they just seem to look better~to me~in the summertime. I don’t care if they are for Sunday mornings or days at the park. I love ‘em. Here are a few.

 

Here is a cool turquoise blue hat. It keeps the sun off of you and looks comfortable and cute.
 

 This is the hat that I wore for Easter. I loved the bow and pearls. (Hat above)

This is another Sunday hat. It is lacey and also has a cute bow. I love bows on hats as you can tell.

Here's Ms. Green on Western Day. I happen to love cowboy hats and cowboy boots. This look is great for summer, spring, or fall.

 

 

Summer Fresh Styles

Summer is in full swing and with it some great warm weather fashions have emerged.

White On!!!

 

Who can celebrate summer without that great summer white. Here is Ms. Alisha in a dynamite white outfit. This is great for a day of worship, a dinner date, a day with the girlfriends, a wedding, or any other special occasion.

Miss Alisha

 

White skirts and blouses are also a summer fav. Add a pop of color to a white skirt like Miss Margaret (Mom) for eye catching results. For white blouses, opt for a colorful shell and some noticeable jewelry.

 

Classic White Skirt

 

Classic White Blouse

 





Going Bold

Summer is also great with a few other colors. I like to mix pastels during the spring and summer. I also like to add some bold color to an outfit. Here is Miss Love rocking the new summer neutral brown and a fiery red blouse.

Miss Love

 

This is me mixing it up with one of my favorite colors, yellow, and turquoise.

 

Prints, Prints, Prints

Bright prints are also kicking this summer. I love this print, but I didn’t want to wear the top without  any sleeve. So, I added a top underneath, a statement necklace from Avon, and matching shoes from Dr. Scholl’s.

Great chevron print

 

Here is my mother in a gorgeous bright blue and lime green printed dress. She added a lime green shrug to complete the look. 

 Here I decided to wear a bold print dress. I transformed it from a simple outfit by adding the bright yellow shirt underneath and adding the statement necklace and earrings ( both the earring and the   necklace are from Avon). Brown, open-toe, high heel sandals complete this look.

 Color on Top of Color

Crop pants

Summer is fun. I also love cropped pants. Here are some in black and white. I wore them with a black tank top and a light pink wrapped sweater by the Renee collection. This sweater is very thin and breezy. That makes it perfect for those of us who work in cold buildings during the summer.

 

 And, who doesn't own a pair of white crop pants? Add a splash of color to these, and you are summer ready.

 

 

 

 

 

How to Add Flowers to Your Summer Look

Have a Flowery Summer!

 

Are you in love with flowers? Me, too! You don’t have to just enjoy the in your flowerbed or in the wild. You can spend your summer days with them. Can you think of how? Well, here are some cute ways to add flowers to your summer wardrobe.

Corsages and Boutonnieres

This summer add flowers to that outfit by adding a corsage. Of course, you won’t want to try to wear this to the beach or to the park. But, corsages are great for dressy looks. If you are a guy, you can add the boutonniere to incorporate flowers into your classy look. You can choose between using real flowers or artificial ones.

Hair Accessories

I love to wear flowers in my hair. Summer provides just the excuse to do it. Whether your look is dressy or casual adding flowers into your hair is sure to give you a fresh, clean finish. This can be a single flower placed behind the ear or tiny flowers arranged throughout the hair. I love honeysuckles, so I love sticking some into my hair. Wearing flowers in your hair can make you look softer and more feminine. However, don’t get it wrong. They won’t make you look to sweet or girly. They can also transform a look into something just a little edgy and sexy.

Honeysuckles

Flower Print

Okay, you can’t wear live flowers all the time. You can, however, wear flowers when they are printed on the fabric. There are countless varieties of flower printed clothes. You can wear flowery tops, shorts, pants, or dresses. I especially love those cute, little flowery flared or pleated skirts. Either way you can’t go wrong with flowery fabric in the summer. Just be sure to get a print that goes with your body type and choose a color that compliments your skin tone. Oh, don't forget. You can even wear shoes that feature flowers.

Shoes with flowers and butterflies

Jewelry

A great piece of jewelry can transform any outfit. Flowers can also be used as jewelry. Real flowers can be used to construct necklaces or bracelets. You can use artificial flowers if you are afraid that you will have a reaction to wearing your favorite flower so close to your skin. Remember, you can also purchase necklaces and bracelets with flowery designs instead of doing the work yourself.

Toes and Nails

You can have flowers painted onto your toes and nails. This can be done at any nail shoe or at home using nail art.

This summer don’t just admire the flowers in your yard or garden. Add them to your summer look.

Hot Fashion Trends for Summer 2014

Summer Trends

Summer is almost upon us, and as the weather changes, so do the fashion trends. Are you wondering what is in style this summer? Well, you will be pleased to know that some of the styles that we all know and love are taking center stage. They are: polka dots, gingham, plaid, jumpsuits, eyelets, and seersucker.

Plus-Sized Calender

 

Thank You for the Plus-Sized Calendar

Who said only skinny Minnies are beautiful? Women of all sizes are beautiful, and swimsuit company, Swimsuits for All, decided to prove it. They designed their own calendar featuring plus-sized models. The models included Robyn Lawley, Jada Sezer, and Shareefa J.   These models did a cover that mimicked Sports Illustrated’s recent swimsuit edition, and I love it. They proved their point. Most women are not a size 2. The average sized woman is 5’4 and wears a size 14. So, the models that grace most magazine covers don’t look like real-live women. I hope other magazines take notice and begin using some of those plus-sized models.
http://www.today.com/style/all-bodies-should-be-celebrated-plus-size-models-star-swimsuit-2D79748003
 

Going Gold This Summer

 

Summer is now upon us and we are bursts of vivid color. Although the weather is warmer, don’t forget about those great metallics. One metallic in particular is wonderful for summer. That metallic is gold. Are you wondering how to sport the color this season?

Mix those colors

Mix gold with other great summer colors. The following are some great colors to wear with gold: Placid blue, Dazzling blue, Violet, Hemlock, Cream, Sand, Yellow, Rose, Hot Pink, or Feesia

Accessorize, Accessorize

Gold jewelry is one great way to get your gold in for the summer. Gold bracelets, necklaces, rings, and trendy earrings can successfully accentuate your summer outfit. You can also opt to rock a gold purse or gold shoes. You can also add a gold belt to your summer look. And, let’s not forget that gold nail polish.

Make-up

Make-up plays a key part of any outfit. Sharpen your gold look by mixing it in your make-up. Add some gold eye shadow to your look and mesmerize all those you met this summer.

You can also wear silver. Here are some suggestions on how to do this:
http://voices.yahoo.com/how-incorporate-silver-into-spring-wardrobe-12086384.html
 

How to Transform an Outfit for Spring or Summer

This spring and summer don’t spend a fortune to stay in style. You can transform those older outfits using some of the following fun items.

Statement necklaces

A great statement necklace can take an outfit from blah to fab. You can use them to dress up a plain tee and jeans or slacks and a blouse. You can use them to change a simple sheath dress into a show stopping piece.

Statement ring

You can have tons of fun with statement rings. I love these. You can spend a lot or a little on a statement ring. Just have fun. I like to purchase statement rings from Avon, QVC, and JCPenney.

Scarves

Scarves were “in” when I was a child. Guess what? They are back in style. You also use scarves to change the look of any outfit. You can wear them with tops, blouses, dresses, or even vests.

Vests

Vests are also trending. You can add them to almost anything. They can be worn in denim, leather, cotton, and chiffon-just to name a few. They can go from classy to casual. It is all up to you.

Pins and Brooches

Add pins or brooches to an outfit can also add some pizazz to an ordinary outfit. They take a simple dress or shirt and give it a classy look.

If you don’t have a lot of money this spring and summer. Don’t worry. You can still be a fashion diva. Just add some accessories.

Animal Prints: Going Wild Southern Style

Animal Print has earned a lasting place on the classic style list. They are attention-getting and fun. Whether you go all out "wild" or play it a little tame, they are great. Here are some ways to wear the print and to decorate your home with it. 

This is me in my snake skin leather jacket and purse. Love it!

 I caught one of my church members sporting this great animal print top at service with a pair of jeans. 

 Here I am in my Isaac Mizrahi giraffe print knit jacket. 

 Tiger print is fun. I paired this top with a black camisole, denim jeans, brown scandals, and a seashell necklace. 

I guess you could say we have been "goin' wild" at church. Here is Keisha showing off her tiger print.

Decorations

Zebra print is one of my favorites. So, I did my bathroom in it.

Jacket Reviews

Dennis Basso Faux Leather Jacket

I recently purchased a jacket by Dennis Basso. It is a beautiful mint green color, and needless to say, I love it. It is so soft to the touch that I try to find excuses to wear it. It has cutout designs on the pockets and on the bottom in the back-which gets a lot of attention. It has a zip front and actual pockets. It is faux leather, but that shouldn’t stop you from making this great purchase. It is great for springtime because it is not too heavy, but it does help to fight off the chill of spring mornings. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, I would give it a 5.

Reba Leather Jacket

Okay, if you know me, you know I love to save money. I got this great jacket on sale! It was originally over $400.00, but I got a great deal. This leather jacket is gorgeous. It has these beautiful, romantic designs on the front and studs lining it. The leather is really soft. It isn’t as soft as my Dennis Basso jacket, but it is still soft. This jacket is light weight, and it too gets a lot of attention from leather coat lovers. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, I would give it a 4.8. The only reason I didn’t give this jacket a 5 was because it doesn’t have a zipper.

Rachel Zoe Faux Python and Faux Fur Jacket

I bought this jacket in black, but I really wanted the creamy color. However, it wasn’t in my size. I love the look of this jacket. It looks wet and racy. And, trust me; it draws a lot of attention. It has the look of python, and this is what I like the most about this jacket. The collar is made with faux fur, but that is okay with me. It is light weight, but warm. Although it looks thicker than it actually is, I did grab it on a cool spring morning. It worked great to keep me warm and was light-weight enough not to be too hot. Even though I have worn this jacket this spring, I think it would go better with fall weather because it looks hot. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, I would give it a 4. I give it a 4 because it looks a little too glossy. This makes it hard to wear it casually.

Isaac Mizrahi Giraffe Print Jacket

First, let me say that I love Isaac Mizrahi’s clothes. This is a great jacket. I love that it is giraffe print because I love all animal print things. It is a double-breasted knit jacket. It is black and white, and it is knit. The knit makes it super comfortable and warm. It has a mock neckline. I do love this jacket, but I bought it in a large. I could have gone down a size. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, I would give it a 4. The reason I give it a 4 because of the loose fit.

Isaac Mizrahi Quilted Button Front Jacket

My next jacket by Isaac is a quilted button knit jacket. I bought it in sunburst yellow. It is 75% cotton and 25% polyester. It fits great, and it is such a great spring color. It pops with color and is super comfortable. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, I would give it a 5.