As summer comes to an end, it’s becoming time to retire our electric pink bandeaus and flash tattoos. Fall 2015 welcomes both a change in our color palette and the reemergence of cozy layers. We’ve rounded up our favorite fall pieces below!
5 DO’S:
1) Flared Jeans (Bell Bottom Jeans)
Get your real 70’s groove on with a sleek pair of flared jeans, the most iconic piece of the era.
2) Fringed Bags
Western chic is all the rage this season. All fringed things are welcome, but fringed bags especially are a wardrobe must.
3) Electric Workout Gear
Stick to your fall workout plan by investing in it-girl gym gear. Say farewell to basic black Lululemon pants and opt for colorful print pants from brands like BANDIER and Adidas by Stella McCartney.
4) Perfect Match Crop Top and Bottoms
Solid or print, matching crop top-bottom pairs make for clean-cut going out ensembles. You can switch these pieces up with others in your closet or put them together to achieve an effortlessly stylish look in a matter of seconds.
5) Backpacks
It seems that every fashionista is on the hunt for the perfect back-to-school backpack. We recommend leather with a hint of faux fur or faux python or a chic all-white backpack.
5 DON’TS:
1) Black Leather Skinny Pants
Everyone has a pair in their closet — black leather pants used to be the staple going out piece, but we challenge you to venture into the world of sleek slacks instead.
2) Heeled Sneakers
We’ve had a good run with heeled sneakers, but try a fresh pair of suede ankle booties to complete the season’s look.
3) Spiked Leather Jackets
Take a rain check on the metal-spiked leather jackets! This season’s much more about the soft boho look than the punk biker one.
4) Boxy Overalls
While boxy overalls worked with dainty lace crop tops and Chuck Taylors for a hipster summer look, fall’s the time to walk away from the clunky piece.
5) Culturally-Appropriated Pieces
Whether it’s The Dashiki by Dimepiece (as seen on Rihanna) or a Native American-inspired headpiece at a music festival (as seen on Khloe Kardashian), it’s never cool to dress this way as a fashion statement.