by Erin Falconer
Sep 14, 2010 11:25 AM PDT
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This fall season is alive with color and texture!While neutrals hold center stage, with classic camel trenches, wide legged trousers and chunky knits, punchy accent pieces truly complete the look. Animal print scarves and shawls add a warm exotic feel, while leather slim-fit pants, skirts and shoes (especially in red!) are sexy, yet sophisticated.The 5 colors we're loving for fall:Camel: One of the must-have's for the season is the fashionable Camel trench, which is both fashionable and functional. But don't stop there! Neutral knits for sweaters and pants are timeless and swoon-worthy!Red: Neutral may be nice, but it's twice as nice with a pop of color. This season for gloves, bags and shoes, red means go! Army Green: Still hanging on from the spring and summer, army green will not retreat! (In fact, it's stronger than ever) Try cropped military jackets and flowy army inspired blouses to add a little masculine edge to your frilly favorites.Metallic: No longer just a holiday color, metallics have made it into the mainstream for fall. Going for fancy? Look to the Periodic table for inspiration!Jewel Tones: You don't have to be royalty to sport the latest trend in color. Pair rich sapphires and emerald tones with even richer fabrics, velvets and velours, to create a look that even a fashion princess would be envious of!
The SHG - Get Summer Staples Fall Ready!
by Ida Hsiang
Sep 13, 2010 4:50 AM PDT
The Stylehive Guide
One thing to love about summer is getting to wear short shorts and fun mini skirts and dresses. They're so flattering and surprisingly comfortable and versatile. Wait, what? It's fall? We need to put away our favorite summer staples? Not yet we don't! With a few accessory changes, a few more layers and outerwear pieces and adding some seasonal colors and fabrics, you're ready to get your favorite summer pieces ready for fall. Trade in the strappy sandals for some spiky ankle boots and throw on a light trench jacket, or something military-inspired to really get into the fall style. A floaty scarf is a great way to anchor an otherwise summer-y look and toting a leather messenger bag or satchel in one of falls 'it' colors is also a great way to get an appropriate seasonal vibe. Plus, these essential pieces are versatile enough to pair with multiple ensembles, making investing in a few choice items a great way to be budget friendly while staying fashionable. Wanna see some of our favorite summer-to-fall essential favorites? Just click on the slideshow!