Fine tailoring, muted colors, and clean shapes refresh fall fashion . . .
I have always been a girl that loves to wear simple and classic pieces without too much frill. They are easy and mistake-proof. Luckily, the Fall 2010 Fashion Week shows gave me the inspiration I need to look chic without the extra extravagance this upcoming season. There is something refreshing about dressing minimalist and classic rather than outrageous and loud.
The Celine and Chloé collections were full of refined and simple ensembles that focused purely on a neutral color palette, subtlety, clean lines, and impeccable structure. All your wardrobe really needs this season are pieces that stand out on their own and can be reinterpreted for day and night with just a few minor adjustments.
Keep an eye out for clothing with a simplistic resonance to build a foundation of pieces that can go with anything, and especially with one another. Choose timeless and classic pieces like A-line faux leather skirts and button-up blouses, which are generous in subtle details rather than flashy patterns or embellishments. And don’t be afraid to make contradictions in your dressing. A simple masculine blazer over a flirty nude dress is au moment and doesn’t look like you are trying too hard. Look to menswear for inspiration because it is known for impeccable tailoring and classic lines. When you find a menswear-inspired piece in a more feminine silhouette, you know you have a wardrobe essential that will work in any situation.
Rather than relying on body-conscious trends to make a statement, choose shapes that are made for unrestricted movement instead, like slouchy knit trousers or flimsy silk blouses. Wear colors that are soft and muted to mimic an organic elegance that is basically mistake-proof. These types of clothes that are unadorned and bared-down exude a quiet luxuriousness that emphasizes, rather than distracts from, the girl in the clothes. And this is much sexier than anything that hugs all your curves for everyone to see.
Keep an eye out for clothing with a simplistic resonance to build a foundation of pieces that can go with anything, and especially with one another. Choose timeless and classic pieces like A-line faux leather skirts and button-up blouses, which are generous in subtle details rather than flashy patterns or embellishments. And don’t be afraid to make contradictions in your dressing. A simple masculine blazer over a flirty nude dress is au moment and doesn’t look like you are trying too hard. Look to menswear for inspiration because it is known for impeccable tailoring and classic lines. When you find a menswear-inspired piece in a more feminine silhouette, you know you have a wardrobe essential that will work in any situation.
Rather than relying on body-conscious trends to make a statement, choose shapes that are made for unrestricted movement instead, like slouchy knit trousers or flimsy silk blouses. Wear colors that are soft and muted to mimic an organic elegance that is basically mistake-proof. These types of clothes that are unadorned and bared-down exude a quiet luxuriousness that emphasizes, rather than distracts from, the girl in the clothes. And this is much sexier than anything that hugs all your curves for everyone to see.
It is easy to adopt the simple yet chic look on a budget. Fast fashion brands like Zara, H&M, Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, and Topshop are catching on and creating their own interpretations of high fashion’s refined collections. You can go to the mall right now and find racks upon racks of clean-cut trousers, cinched bow shorts, classic button-up shirts, sleek blazers, and billowy blouses that are ready to be worn anywhere at anytime.
I am still awaiting the day when I can get my hands on my first Chloé piece (if that day ever comes), but in the meantime, I will be looking at my favorite high street shops for more pocket-friendly alternatives that are just as good.
Published May 18, 2010 on LVCMag.com
Published May 18, 2010 on LVCMag.com
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