THE EDIT: 10 FALL TRENDS TO TRY

Gisele Bundchen in the Isabel Marant F/W 2014 Campaign. Via Isabel Marant.

Originally posted in The Fashion Scoop

Every season brings its own fashion joys. And while spring, summer and winter each hold their own unique temptations, nothing beats fall fashion. The cozy sweaters are enough to make us excited for below-average temps, the perfectly-ripped jeans give us instant edge, and the gorgeous boots inspire us to walk that extra mile, if only so we can show them off to admiring passersby.

From the hip new fedoras to the season's must-own handbag silhouette, I've rounded up the 10 fall trends to try this season from New Sudbury Centre. Speaking of temptations...

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CHECKMATE: How to Pull Off Plaid

A street style plaid pic from Paris Fashion Week. Photo via Harper's Bazaar.

Originally posted in The LOOK

Though plaid has proven its staying power throughout the ages, it's a print that waffles between incredibly cool and tragically nerdy. While plaid is the Royals, Kurt Cobain and Gwen Stefani, it's also lumberjacks, farmers and really bad golf pants. Plaid has clearly ingratiated itself with the cool kids again this fall, since everyone (l mean EVERYone) is parading around in plaid shirts right now. From buttoned right up to worn open over a graphic tee, (aka. the hipster blazer) plaid shirts are the layer of choice for this in-between fall weather, while plaid pants, skirts and leggings are perfect for those willing to take some fashion risks. And, of course, it's easy to get behind all of the pretty plaid accessories, from classic tartan scarves to studded plaid crossbody bags. 

So, how do you pull off plaid this season? Luckily, it doesn't take a lot of fashion know-how to make it work...

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FRIDAY FIND: Plaid Perfection

Plaid Mix Shirt and Patch Boyfriend Jean, both Joe Fresh

As a Joe Fresh Blogger Ambassador, I am occasionally the lucky recipient of special deliveries from Joe Fresh HQ. Today's sweet surprise? A super fun plaid shirt and perfect patch boyfriend jeans, both of which I will live in this fall. The shirt is soft and comfy and not remotely ordinary thanks to its two-toned plaid, and the patchwork bf jeans are the epitome of weekend cool. 

Head to your closest Joe Fresh or online now to pick up these two totally perfect fall pieces.

Happy Friday! T to the G to the I to the F. Phew...

SHOP IT: 50 Tempting Fall Buys

Photo via Teen Vogue on Instagram

Originally posted in The Fashion Scoop

It's no secret that a lot of us are jealous of the school-age set right now. I mean, their days are planned out, their lunches are made for them, and their laundry is neatly folded for them when they get home. Unfair. But perhaps most jealousy-inducing of all is the fact that they all get to go back to their respective schools sporting brand new wardrobes. At what other age does someone grab you by the shoulders each fall and say, "I'm sorry, honey, but we need to go shopping for you today. No, don't shake your head - we are going to buy you a brand new wardrobe for fall. And you're going to like it." Like I said, unfair. 

You know what I think? It's time to reclaim our shopping rights. And since the kids are finally back in class, it's time for us to finally hit the stores for ourselves. Time for us to update our bags, to pick out some beautiful new boots, and to take home some super cute accessories, just because we can. 

I've rounded up 50 super tempting fall buys, perfect for both in the classroom and out to get you all up-to-date for the new season. Oh, and by the way, you're going to like it.

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KICK IT: Your Fall '14 Shoe Report

Photo courtesy ALDO.

Originally posted in The LOOK

You can always count on shoes to make the transition from warm to cold so much easier to bear. Talk to any woman about parkas, mitts and hats and her eyes instantly glaze over. But mention an amazing pair of fall boots you found and suddenly, this whole fall thing doesn't look so bad after all.

There's been a seismic sartorial shift in the shoe world this year. While we'll probably always lust after Carrie Bradshaw's infamous closetful of heels (and there are loads of pretty heels in stores for fall - see below) it's the more low-key footwear that has every editor and blogger really psyched. From flat over-the-knee boots and chunky-heeled booties to the new wear-with-everything sneakers and boy-meets-girl flats, comfort is key for fall; luckily, the new comfortable is anything but boring. This season, look for holographic finishes, cool textures, edgy zippers and playful prints to take your shoe closet (or shoe section of your closet) to the next level. And always remember this mantra when out shopping - it's never (repeat, never) about 'needs' when it comes to shoes.

Happy shoe shopping! This fall's going to be extra fun...

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