Fall is almost here, with its warm shades and soft textures. Vibrant colors slightly turn to more subdued tones, and we start fine-tuning our mood to the new season. In the past days, taking advantage of the lovely weather, I’ve had a walk around to browse what’s on display in stores, and the good news is that this season, there are many lovely styles that are trendy while remaining timeless.
I’m talking about both designs and colors that happen to be “in style” this year – pieces that are stylish and classic at the same time. So take advantage of it, as they will always look good on you no matter the trends – instead of only winding up with some trendy-but-not-so-tasty hue of the latest fad.
Deep green, for instance, is back in fashion, and this is a very good thing because this classic and versatile tonality lends itself to countless pairings and is suitable for many skin types.
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Deep, dark-neutral colors and textured fabrics as well are totally fashionable, offering an interesting alternative to hum-drum smooth black – plus, they offer a bigger choice when it comes to picking out the tonality most suitable for your skin tone.
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On the other hand, it’s better to avoid pastel colors (unless your skin tone is quite dark): pastel colors are very tricky to wear for most complexions, so it’s better to only make use of them in summer when your skin is tanned (even if slightly).
The same goes for small floral prints that from some time now happen to be in style: these items can make your outfit appear confused, and – unless the print is top-quality (which frequently mean expensive) – they frequently look cheap.
On the subject of styles, cami tops happen to be totally trendy. This design not only is very flattering for any body type (a low neckline is always useful to make you look thinner), but it’s very useful to enhance your features while giving you a rested appearance. You can wear a cami top alone, under a jacket or a blazer, or under a sweater, thus allowing to fine-tune your look to changes in settings (or temperature) in a jiffy. And if you’re afraid of feeling cold, just add a beautiful scarf in a matching tone.
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For colder days, swap your cami top with a deep-V sweater as in the picture below: the flattering effect of the low neckline is still there, so you can take advantage of it also with a warmer garment.
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Cami dresses are also perfect for most body types. If you pick out a design that’s slightly loose in its bottom half, you will have an article suitable for many different occasions, a garment that will make the most of your physical assets while camouflaging challenge areas.
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Straight and cigarette pants are totally fashionable, which is very good because this style, if properly hemmed to the ankle, can make you slimmer thanks to its streamlined pattern that elongates the silhouette. Plus, as mentioned in a previous post, straight and cigarette jeans have the extra perk that they can be paired with flats as well as with heels always assuring an impeccable and chic outcome, so stock up on these pieces!
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Short leather jackets are another versatile garment suitable for many different pairings, and if you opt for a light-colored one, this will help you look thinner, giving the appearance of a more streamlined silhouette. Be careful, though, with metal details: if they are excessive, they could weight your look down, enlarging your figure.
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For warmer days, you can swap the jacket with an untailored, soft shirt worn open over a dark, monochromatic ensemble. This pairing is always very flattering for any body shape, and you can also make use of checkered shirts as in the picture below.
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Another timeless staple that is always trendy is a soft knit dress. This article, aside from being stylish while still remaining totally comfortable, allows a perfect balance between looking trendy and sophisticated. You can pair your knit dress with heels as well as with knee-high boots. And if you wear it with dark, opaque stockings, you can opt for shorter designs (which are always flattering) no matter your age. A warning: with this garment, it’s essential to be absolutely demanding about the quality of the material (it doesn’t necessarily mean expensive): avoid too thin knits, and give preference to thicker, woolen blends.
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This way, you will achieve a chic and polished outfit also with inexpensive pieces. You will look absolutely à-la-page with your trendy yet timeless pieces. And you can still make use of them for the years to come, thus achieving a sophisticated appearance while keeping to a budget.
