Eight On Top: Fall Essentials

Friday marks the first official day of fall, so in honor of my favorite season I’ve gathered together a list of my “Eight on Top” to get your closet fall fashion ready. Try one, try all, and by all means mix and match! Enjoy!

1.       Jeans: Say goodbye to your skinny jeans, this season it’s all about pants with a 70s style flare! Try with a light, breezy blouse, and a pair of  boots with wooden heels for a retro look that shouts fashion forward.

From Left to Right: Braided Trim Trouser, $34, Old Navy; Hi Rise Retro Flare, $36.94, Old Navy;
1969 Mid-Weight Buckle Trouser, $49.99, Gap


2.       Leopard: Like I said in "You Have The Right To Remain Stylish" leopard is everywhere this season! My favorite way to rock the trend? By taking a walk on the wildside with a pair of leopard pumps! A discrete, yet sexy way to add a dash of fierce whether it’s a conservative three inch heel or stunning sky high Manolo Blahniks.

From Left to Right: Traisie Pumps, $89, Steve Madden; Regal Platform Pumps, $71.20, Macy's;
Ali Platform Pumps by Material Girl, $39, Macy's

3.       Laced-up Boots: A delicate and feminine trend that began in the Spring/Summer fashion season has been revamped just in time for fall! This season look for boots with a sexier/edgier feel and a chunky heel.

From Left to Right: Diba Pilot Bootie, $50, DSW; Suede Oxford Ankle, $35, Old Navy;
Toby Open Back Lace Up, $27, Asos

4.       Fur Vest: Be bold and go for an eye-catching color like the ombre vest featured below. Prefer to play it safe? Stick to neutral tones for natural beauty. Combine trends and try it with a thin leather belt to draw in the waistline.

From Left to Right: BKE Bobcat Vest, $45, Buckle; Waistcoat, $47, H&M; Daytrip Ombre Faux Fur Vest, $49, Buckle

5.       Ladylike Lace: Nothing makes a woman feel more flirty and feminine than this trend! A perfectly placed top or conservatively cut yet stylish piece creates a polished look  any lady can appreciate.

From Left ot Right: Trousers, $28, H&M; Coffee Crochet Lace Dress, $39, dorothyperkins.com;
Lace Corset Top, $46, lulus.com

6.       Oversized Clutch: Clutches have the IT factor this season when it comes to handbags. Look for leopard, bold colors, and metal details and go BIG or go home!

From Left to Right: Bronze Oversize Clutch, $47, missselfridge.com; Portfolio Clutch, $37, Asos;
Covered Lock Clutch, $27, Asos

7.       Bordeaux lipstick: The number one beauty trend of the season, this is definitely a color that cannot be missed...Pucker up!  

From Left to Right: Shine Lip #21, $27, Giorgio Armani; Colorstay Ultimate Liquid Lip, $7, Revlon;
P24 Bordeaux, $24, Shiseido

8.       Gold: Who knew King Midas was such a trendsetter! Don’t underestimate the power of gold for fall. Dress up your basic black or make a stand-out piece stand out even more. Look for bold cuffs and necklaces for the perfect ways to integrate this trend into your wardrobe.

From Left to Right: Faux Stone Geometric, $16.80, Forever 21; Metal Twisted Bracelet, $22, Piperlime;
Antique Gold Suzie Drops Necklace, $25, oasis-stores.com; Indie Spirit Spike, $45, Zappos