Fall 2011 Rundown
Animal Prints, Feathers and Fur, Oh My!!
I have been to several malls this last week, window shopping. I was blessed to receive some birthday money, and you know how it is... you have a pocket full of money (so-to-speak) and can't find a thing you really want to spend it on! Sigh. That's ok, it's tax-free weekend now!
I'm kicking off my fall blog series with accessories because sometimes all a wardrobe needs for the new season is a few new accessories!
This fall, everything seems to be themed around an animal print (seeing lots and lots of leopard, tiger and zebra prints), fur and feathers! Since our family lives among the "dance world", fur and feathers (and various prints) are quite the norm. But for many, these may seem a little exotic. But when worn proportionately - beautiful!
The trends this fall include color-blocking, mixed prints, metallics, plaid/tartan, Apache patterns, polka dots, flowers, stripes, fringing, tassels, knits, leather, snakeskin, animal prints and fur. Whew! That's a lot! Remember, a little bit goes a long way.
A carry-over from Spring and Summer are the beautiful, bold colors. Remember your DCC (Dominant Color Characteristic)? (click to read more) Accessorize with your pop colors!
Since I started drafting this blog post, I've researched and found SO many different accessories and pictures that I've decided to talk about just one or two at a time... it was overwhelming for me and I don't want it to be overwhelming for you! So this week, I'll talk about adorning your neck.
Large, decorative necklaces are the major trend this fall. You'll find choker necklaces, collar necklaces, tangled pearls (of all different colors), bib-style necklaces, and chains in various combinations of gold, silver, brushed metal and bronze.
You may think that some of these styles of necklaces are specifically for either day, night or dressier occasions. Not true! You can definitely wear those opera or matinee length chains with a great t-shirt or blouse. As well as lots of bib necklaces.
The bib necklace does look a little dressier and adds a whole new dimension to your little black dress! But they are not just dressier occasions.
Necklaces with pendants are a carry over from last season. There are necklaces made out of cloth and other woven materials, natural stones, and even fur!
Feathers are very popular this season as pendants! There are lots of pieces that are made out of safety pins! Do you remember these from the 80's??!! (hahaha - love me some 80's!!)
As an alternative, try a scarf in an animal print, geometric print or a beautiful floral print.
If you are doing some tax-free shopping this weekend, enjoy! Maybe I will see you if you are in the Charlotte, NC area. Otherwise, I will see you here next time and I will continue my rundown of the new Fall 2011 accessories. Until then...
Blessings!
