Singer Ciara proves knee high or over-the-knee suede boots and a leather moto jacket are all you need to make a simple LBD work for fall. You probably already own a casual black dress or two. It’s easy to throw on in a hurry and an fun piece to accessorize. In case you are in the market for a new one try this black wool shift dress by Eileen Fisher. There is no better time to break out your leather jacket than fall
A few years ago I stated, “I will never wear spaghetti straps or racer back tops or dresses – ever again!” Back in my 30s my arms and shoulders were my best features, and even though they are still not bad, my aging skin (and face!) no longer look appropriate in skinny shoulder straps. The look is just too bare for me and makes me look like I’m trying too hard. If you are well into your 40s you may feel the same way! But this season I am happy to announce a new trend – layering a slip dress over another top
I have to give credit where credit is due. Carol pointed out the lace-up trend this fall. I had not noticed women wearing clothes that lace up like sneakers and except for a couple of cute sweaters, this may be a trend I pass on this season. It’s not my personal fave, but you might adore it
The rain. We forgot about the rain! Do you have any rain boots other than Hunter boots? You should. Rain boots have come a long way. You can find pairs that look like biker boots, hiking boots, pointy toe shiny low cut pull-ons and even Valentino Rockstuds!
Last year the “it” sweater was the open and draped cardigan – it could be asymmetrical but it had a flowy effect. Well that was last year. This fall the open cardigan style is oversized and boxy. Picture grabbing that large bulky sweater your grandpa used to wear and you have the idea. We like to call these cardi coats, but they actually hit about mid thigh. We are not talking about the long sweater coats that were so popular in 2002 so don’t get too excited if you kept yours
