Brilliant shades of blue, bordeaux and bright mustard from Nanette Lepore Fall 2012
Originally posted in The Fashion Scoop
It's funny but every fall I do the exact same thing. Sometime right around now, when the mornings are just starting to feel crisp and the leaves are gradually leaving the trees (is that why they call them leaves?), I find myself doing the fall change-up. I'll pack away all of my bright summer dresses, skirts & tees and shove them into an empty closet in our guest room. The more I pack, the darker my closet gets as yellow, pink and orange make way for loads of grey sweaters and black pants. Um, depressing much?
There's absolutely no reason (especially now!) to live in a black hole for 6 months of the year. I've slowly been building up my colour arsenal and this year, I'm happy to report that my fall/winter wardrobe is equally as exciting as my spring & summer stuff. I can't tell you how much more inspiring it is, especially on a cold, grey day, to have shades of rich yellow, bright reds and deep greens to get me going in the morning. This season, I'm obsessed with bordeaux and mustard and can't wait to work them into my look (see below for cool new ways to wear them).
Since I've been on a bright binge for a few years now, I'm actually equally stoked about the black on black trend for fall - great news for colour-phobes, and perfect for those days when you need a colour detox. The key to keeping it interesting? Try mixing and matching loads of textures - pair a great chunky knit with a pair of leather leggings, shiny patent black boots and a bright red lip. Or, pair your black with either deep navy or bright cobalt blue for a dose of Parisian chic.
Happy Friday! Is it bad that all I want to do this weekend is shop? x
TRY: BLACK & BLUE
ATTITUDE Jay Manuel Peplum Top, $24.88, Sears
TRY: MUSTARD & TAUPE
Floral Crepe Pencil Skirt - Petites, $64, Cleo
TRY: BLACK ON BLACK
Mallia for Danier Wool & Cashmere Coat with Leather Piping, $749, Danier
TRY: BORDEAUX & PINK
Bar Stripe Cardigan, $15, Aeropostale
