how to wear the fall trends

how to wear stripes trend

how to wear the fall trends

what to do about trends?

How to wear fashion trends can be confusing. What is too trendy? Am I too old for this trend? Does this trend fit my body type? How in the world can I work this trend into my wardrobe? While we don’t need to fall for every trend, there is value in participating in fashion trends. If you wear a trend in an age appropriate way, it shows that you’re “up to date” on what’s happening in popular culture. This can translate into how you’re perceived. Being stylish and slightly trendy can give the impression that you’re aware of new ideas and current trends in other areas of life – whether you’re in a creative field, in business, or just trying to relate to a younger generation.

how to wear the fall trends
Are you noticing a trend? Stripes are big for fall!

We both live in the suburbs, and we dress in mostly casual clothes. We definitely want to be stylish and participate in some seasonal trends, but we don’t want to look silly or like we’re trying to look too young. It’s definitely a fine line! We want to show you how we’re interpreting some of the fall trends. Our goal is to wear these trends in a way that amps up our style without looking like we’re trying too hard or like we’re wearing a costume.

Western

western trend on the runway

Western-themed clothing and cowboy boots are really popular this fall. How can we wear this trend without looking like we’re going to a hoe-down?? We both found boots that are Western-inspired with a wood-angled heel and pointed toe. We’ve also worked in bandanna neck scarves. The trick is to insert the Western piece of clothing or boots in with your other non-Western clothes.

western boots
The pointed toe gives a nod to the western trend.
fall trends
Small touches give big impact–Krista’s scarf and boots give a touch of Western without being over the top.
denim jacket
Adding a denim jacket is classic, but has a touch of western flair.

Plaid

plaid trend on the runway

Plaid clothing definitely comes in and out of style quite often. Again, we are wearing plaid in moderation. Too much plaid can look too young, or like you’re wearing a private school uniform. Pick plaid pieces in colors you like that coordinate well with your other clothes.

plaid trend
Keep plaid to either a top or bottom, not both.
plaid midi skirt
Krista is combining two big trends here–plaid and midi skirts.
plaid pants
When wearing a busy pattern like plaid, keep the rest of your outfit plain and simple.

Bold stripes

stripes trend on the runway

Stripes aren’t unusual in clothing, but what is different this year is how big and bold they are. Deep, rich colors are front and center and are often mixed with other colors in unexpected combinations. This is fun! After years of neutrals and pastels dominating the fashion landscape, it’s a nice departure to add in colors we haven’t worn for awhile, like red, vivid blue, and mustard yellow. The key to wearing a bold pattern is to keep the rest of your outfit toned down. We’re all for pattern-mixing, but large and bold is tricky. Stay simple with this trend to make a classy statement.

stripes trend
Don’t be afraid of bold stripes! Paired with neutrals, it adds a fun pop to your outfit.
striped blazer
The same goes for bold stripes as it did for plaid–to make the trend more wearable, tone down the rest of your outfit.
striped sweater
Stripes help you bring colors into your wardrobe that you don’t usually wear!

White boots

white boots trend on the runway

We’ve fallen in love with white boots, that’s all there is to it. They’re bold, they’re unique, and they truly elevate every outfit! We’ve made the trend wearable by keeping the heel height practical and boot shaft low. Too much in either of these categories is better left to the 20-somethings!

white boots
The great thing about this trend is that it can be worn year-round!
white boots
They’re perfect for casual or dressy outfits!
white boots
White booties help extend the wear of your summer dresses.
white boots
Wouldn’t any other shoe be so boring with this outfit?

We love keeping our eye on the latest in fashion trends (we’ve talked about ways to wear other trends here and here), and part of the fun is figuring out how to blend them into our lifestyle and individual preferences. We’ve learned to start small and go low-budget when initially trying on a trend. Target, Forever 21, and H & M are great places to look first for inexpensive but trendy pieces. We encourage you to add a new trend in a small way every season–it just takes a piece or two to stay updated and there’s nothing like having a teenager come up to you and ask, “Hey, where’d you get that?” 🙂

–Krista & Julie

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2 Comments

  1. October 19, 2018 / 4:09 am

    This was a great and informativd post. It can be a struggle to stay current AND age appropriate. These are great ideas for dipping your toe into these trendy waters.

    • lastseenwearing
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      October 20, 2018 / 10:16 pm

      Hi Lindsay!
      Thank you so much for reading. Yes, trends are for every age, but how you wear it makes all the difference! Have a great weekend!

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