Wednesday, 11 September 2013

Fall Style Guide: Trends to Watch

Since I work in the fashion industry and spend a fair amount of time researching (aka mentally shopping for) clothes I thought I would let you know about some of the current fashion trends to watch for.

I'll show some examples of styles and then some items and where you can get them. As always, feel free to let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Some of the trends that seem to be big right now include: back to school, superhero/comic book, animal print/graphics, printed pants, dark floral, high waisted, band tees, and Disney-inspired tops. I won't go through all of these, but I will go through most.

Back to School

The typical school type fashions everyone sees in movies or tv shows is big right now. Think baseball tees, jerseys, and varsity jackets. To display these trends for you I've selected a few items from Forever 21.


Varsity Jacket


Baseball Tee

Both these items and images are courtesy of Forever 21


Football Jersey Tee

The above item and image are courtesy of Love Culture

Superhero/Comic Books

Finally the opportunity to express your love of comics, graphic novels, and super heroes! Most fashion retailers are offering a variety of comic graphics from tops to leggings to heels and purses. Whatever you wardrobe needs or has room for is available.



 Black Cropped Comic Tee


 Comic Explosions Bodycon Dress


Comic Panel Leggings

The above items and images are courtesy of Love Culture


Animal Print/Graphics

Classic animal print (ex. leopard, cheetah, zebra) has been around forever, and is still very popular this year for fall. It has now expanded to animal graphics (and not just cat related like the images below). These hot graphics range from cat to wolf to bear and anything else you could possibly desire.

Leopard Classic Cotton Leggings 



Meow Graphic Muscle Tank

Tiger Graphic Muscle Tank

The above items and images are courtesy of Charlotte Russe


Dark Floral

This is one of my favourite trends as it allows you to be as safe or as daring as you want. You can rock dark based floral leggings (I snatched up a cute pair from F21 for only $12ish), pants, tops, blazers, shoes, etc.


Dark Floral Blouse

Dark Floral Crop Top



Dark Floral Flock Treggings

The above items and images are courtesy of Top Shop


High Waisted

Finally a flattering style for everyone! Keeps everything in and also allows you to rock a crop top in a classy way. This style is typically available in a variety or colours, cuts, and patterns when it comes to denim. High waists to do not only apply to denim though - feel free to take full advantage of this trend and stock up on shorts and skirts as well.


BB Dakota Giovanna Wide-Leg Pants

*TWO IN ONE ALERT*
Flourished Assured Black Floral Print Pants


Take It To The Max - Red Maxi Skirt

The above items and images are courtesy of LuLu's


Band Tees

Dress them up with a blazer, nice jeans, and heels or dress them down! Finally a chance to wear your favourite classic rock or pop bands for everyone to see.


The Pretenders Torn Tee


Slayer Shredded Tank

The above items and images are courtesy of Nasty Gal




Disney Inspired Tops

Embrace your inner child and rock a sweater or tee with your favourite Disney character on it. 


Pooh Bear Extreme T-back Tank


Little Mermaid Extreme T-back Tank


Goofy Sweatshirt

The above items and images are courtesy of Wet Seal

Other Noteworthy Trends Include:

-Tribal Print and/or Aztec:


Beige Tribal Print Jacket

The above item and image are courtesy of Windsor


- Oxblood {beautiful red colour for fall!}


Textured Weave Skirt

The above item and image are courtesy of GoJane


- Black & White {especially stripes - why not go vertical for a slimming & lengthening look?}


Black/White Striped Blazer

The above item and image are courtesy of Windsor



Thanks for reading everyone! Hope this has been helpful (or at least interesting).

Take Care All xx

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