One of the most challenging parts about dressing is creating the “outfit.” That complete look, that once achieved, can make you feel fabulous. This fall opposites attract, and it looks great. This season’s “Look” is pairing contrasting pieces to create a sense of balance. Whether it is in the textures, silhouettes, colors or the yin and yang, the looks that contrast this year are taking hold.
Ruffled jacket paired with leggings
Leggings are everywhere- I personally love them and I am eternally grateful for whoever invented them- but I’m also excited about the possibilities they have now. Paired with an oversized sweater or fur vest the lean look of the legging and the volume of the top flatters so many women.
Masculine, feminine-
Leather pieces worn with ruffles or studded accents paired with pearls are being seen now too. A nice little push for this look started with Sex and the City, whose style always influences many fashion lovers. Sarah Jessica Parker wore many of these looks, creating the feminine / masculine contrast and hitting the spot every time. One thing I love about this look is that it’s nice not to have to go all-out girly, or to be a tomboy, but to strike a happy medium. All year and looking to next we see these contrasts and it’s a very cool look, but with this a little bit goes a long way.
Feminine Shirt with Masculine Belt
Contrasts create interest in an outfit, which, for most fashionistas is the reason we love fashion so much to begin with. Not everything works for everyone- If you are a little nervous to wear it its probably ok…if you are real nervous, get some input first. Trend talk is a perfect place to throw out an idea and see what others think to help you tweak it before you debut it.
