Silk Style Fall Fashion

Monday Fashion Reading:

Dressing Up: Silk Track Pants

What Fall 2013 trend are you excited to try? Which of these outfits is your favorite? Did you like the quiz? Do you think your answer matches your personality? Please let us know what you think by leaving a comment below!

Mostly D’s: Statement Coat

Product Information: Sweater, Coat, Earrings, Pants, Sunglasses, Flats

This last look features fall’s statement coat. What’s great about this trend is that it’s an easy yet statement-making addition to any outfit. And the best part? You can wear it time and time again. The bright red color, a-line detail, and asymmetrical collar will certainly make you stand apart. Complete the look with basic leggings, an oversized sweater, and trendy touches like these metallic loafers, rounded shades, and drop earrings.

How to Wear the Sweatshirt Trend

Aside from all the different styles out there, we were also surprised at just how versatile this trend is. Whether you dress them up or dress them down, these updated sweatshirts can work for just about any occasion. And, when it comes to outfit ideas, you can’t go wrong by styling a sweatshirt the same way you would your favorite sweater or long-sleeved tee.

Looking for more specific outfit inspiration? You’re in luck! Below are two cute ways to rock the sweatshirt trend this fall:

Classroom Chic:

For a cute and casual vibe that’s perfect for a classroom setting, opt for a fun printed sweatshirt. Create an on-trend mixed print look by layering a polka dot blouse underneath this floral sweatshirt. Boyfriend jeans keep things comfy, as do a pair of menswear-inspired loafers. Accessorize with some adorable owl-shaped earrings, then grab a faux leather backpack to complete the ensemble.

Product Info: Sweatshirt- ASOS, Earrings- Betsey Johnson, Blouse- J. Crew Factory, Shoes- Topshop, Jeans- Dorothy Perkins, Bag- Forever 21

Dressing Up: Silk Track Pants

| Track Pants: Parker (on sale $45 via The Mix) | Top: ASOS c/o |

| Leather Backpack: ASOS c/o | Shades: Forever21 |casual prom dresses

| Blazer: Helmut Lang | Pumps: Christian Louboutin 'Decolette' |

Strapless Beading Ruching Long Backless White Chiffon Prom / Evening Dress - Backless Prom Dresses

Silhouette: A-line
Neckline: Sweetheart
Waist: Empire
Hemline/Train: Long Length
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless
Embellishments: Beading, Ruching
Fabric: Chiffon
Built-In Bra: Yes
Fully Lined: Yes
Shown Color: White
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses
Occasion: Prom, Evening
Season: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Rretro Style Wedding Inspiration

What about brides rocking a retro style?

If you’re really not a traditional wedding dress kind of a girl and you’ve chosen a ballerina length or knee length frock – we’re thinking 1950s-inspired style here – then consider a shoulder length or birdcage veil.

It will balance the full skirts of your dress and give you that vintage look you’re after.

All in the detail

Wedding veils are designed in many different styles with different patterns and edging. We’ve seen veils with sequins, diamanté details, intricate embroidery as well as the simplest lengths of voile. (We’ve also seen ostrich-trimmed veils which we think would look fabulous with a Great Gatsby style wedding dress).

Our advice to you? Go and see what’s out there, see what will work with your wedding gown and enjoy the journey! You might like to see the other tips we’ve written on choosing a bridal veil

Mint + Turquoise Nautical Wedding Inspiration 

The idea for today’s super fun styled shoot, designed by Confetti & Co. and photographed by George Weiss III, was to create a fresh take on nautical by using it as inspiration for a rad, nautical-themed bridesmaid party! The team wanted to update the expected color palette, veering away from the traditional nautical navies + blues, and instead incorporating brighter, punchier shades of mint + turquoise. They were sure to infuse the setting with lots of great maritime textures – like wood, slate + rope. And how cute is their cheeky catch phrase “whale you be my bridesmaid”?! Just love it! This shoot is sure to inspire you lovelies who are thinking of throwing a party to ask your bridesmaids to be by your side for your big day!

Modern Fall Nature Center Wedding: Molly + Zack

Molly + Zack’s modern fall wedding was filled with a fun mix of rustic + geometric design elements and a pretty autumn color palette – layered neutrals with mustard + green accents. They were really able to capture the feeling of fall with fun details like white + green pumpkins scattered throughout the ceremony + reception areas, and wait until you see the super cute bridesmaid’s bouquets, created by Morning Sun. Each gal carried a different bunch of seasonal blooms + foliage – so perfect for a fall wedding! Here’s more from Molly about their wedding’s inspiration + design:

Our inspiration was the outdoor surroundings of our venue. We wanted the decor to be modern with soft accents of our natural color scheme. My mom helped with the majority of the décor because she and I are both really into design + art. I am a fine arts major, so creating stuff for the wedding was important to me. Zack + I met at a coffee shop and are coffee fanatics, so we added personal touches by incorporating coffee into the decor. I dyed coffee filters for the hanging garlands and we gave out coffee that Zack roasted as favors.

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Mint + Turquoise Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Modern Fall Nature Center Wedding: Molly + Zack