This year’s fall must-haves
Whether you love to keep it neutral and casual or want to style it up with daring new pieces, there’s no shortage of must-haves for this fall.
With the cooler weather just around the corner, it’s time to switch out the summer wardrobe for some fall favourites. Here’s a list of some top trends for this season:
Plaid
Have you ever heard the saying “history always repeats itself”? This is especially true for fashion, and according to local stylist Marie Zydek, “The ‘90s are back, and plaid is such a huge part of this.” Plaid shirts, coats, and bags were all over the Fall 2014 runways. Plaid is a timeless pattern that has been seen season after season, and this year it’s dominating on the trend list.
Boots
Whether they’re over the knee or an ankle boot, they look great with an oversized cozy knit sweater and a pair of tights or skinny jeans. Over the knee boots are a bit on the daring side, but if you’re bold enough to sport them, they are the perfect addition to almost any outfit. Blundstones have also been making a noticeable appearance on this year’s fall fashion scene. These unisex boots offer amazing comfort and are made to last for years, so not only are they stylish, but they’re also a practical approach to staying trendy this fall.
Knit Sweaters
Chunky knits and oversized sweaters are something we see almost every fall, and they’re definitely here to stay for this season. Knit sweaters and cardigans are a comfy trend that can accentuate your Bohemian style, and they are a perfect tool for layering up this season.
Cropped Leather Jacket
Leather is a key item in women’s wear this fall, but it’s showing up as more of an embellishment than an entire garment, according to Yvonne Cowan, director of store operations at Simon’s. The more fitted the jacket this season, the better. A black leather jacket is the perfect piece to dress up or dress down your outfit with ease.
This season, androgynous style is also key: vests, suspenders, and trousers create that the boho-chic look are the current trends that will dominate the fall scene for women. For men, it’s all about layering and sticking to neutral tones. Leather jackets, flannel, army boots, and camel coats are the current must-haves for men.
If you feel like your student budget might be restricting you from keeping up with the trends this season – don’t! You don’t need to buy yourself an entire new wardrobe to feel up to date with the current trends; instead, you can revamp your wardrobe by looking at what you already have. Chances are, you already have many of the pieces you will need. You can update your closet by adding small pieces and accessories while combining the old with the new, so you look stylish without spending that extra cash.