Happy Friday!!
This weekend couldn’t come fast enough! It has been a really hectic (read frustrating) week for me but enough about that. It’s Friday and it’s September, which I deemed officially Fall for me. In FL there isn’t too much season change when it comes to the weather so that in itself is a good reason to start celebrating a little early! Today, it’s all about Fall trends and here are the top five that I plan on rocking this season.
Photo courtesy of: artik-playground.com
Polka Dots
Who knew that I would be into this trend? A few years ago, you couldn’t pay me to wear polka dots! I must admit that this type of print has come a long way. From shift dresses to sheer blouses, I’m loving the modern twists that designers have put on this classic. Just yesterday I found this gorgeous polka dot blouse from the Avenue at a local Goodwill store (not bad for a first timer huh?)
Photo courtesy of DSW
Color Blocking
It looks like this trend is going to stick around a little bit longer, which is awesome because I have yet rock this kind of look! I love that bright colors are still in, with richer and thicker fabrics making them Fall ready. With this trend though, I have to take baby steps, so I see myself getting shift dress that’s already color-blocked for me or taking the trend with my shoes, like these lovely pairs from DSW. (That leopard one is gorgeous!!)
Photo courtesy of Victoria Secret
Maxi Skirt
The awesome thing about maxi skirts is how super comfortable they are.This was another trend that I wasn’t too crazy about back in the day but now that my fashion eyes are fully open I can style this one a lot better! To make sure that I don’t look like I’m wearing a tent, I have to make sure that is tailored to fit these hips. I love how this one is layered with the cardigan, using the belt the define the waist (my “girls” and my belly can appreciate that!)
Photo courtesy of: fashionising.com
Women’s Tuxedo
I’m really excited about this one, especially because this trend works for an office working girl like me. I wear trouser pants on the regular and to have them translate into an evening outfit works for me! All I need to dress it up is afitted tuxedo jacket, using any one of my cami’s or a cute button down shirt. I’m already sold on rocking a tie so I’m good with this one! If I get bold enough, I might get an outfit like this red number from Tom Ford. (can we say FIERCE??!)
Photo courtesy of Elle.com
Plaid
Unlike polka dots, I’ve been on the plaid trend before. In middle school lumber jack shirts were so cool and I used to borrow them from my grandfather all the time. Last winter, I bought this plaid tunic and it always stays in my wardrobe rotation. This season though I may try getting a plaid skirt like this one. It’s a definite show stopper!
What about you? What Fall Trends are you looking forward to?
Fierce 
Joanne_
/ September 11, 2011Color blocking is a definite must!! :). I also need to find a maxi skirt n my size, are there any suggestions??
MJ
/ September 12, 2011Maxi skirts are pretty easy to find these days! I’m a curvier girl but since maxi’s tend to have elastic waistbands I can check out the major retail stores like Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe. Target is another place to look too!
heather
/ September 5, 2011I love the color blocking heel trend. I tried on a pair but of Steve Maddens and I just didn’t like them on me. They were a great looking heel off but on not so much. I need to find on that looks good on and off!
Miss Rockwell
/ September 3, 2011Those shoes….GIRL!!! I just died…twice!!
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Kimberlee
/ September 2, 2011Love all the trends you picked!
Bella Q
/ September 2, 2011Love your picks! I predicted the polka dot renaissance and the new/old classic PLAID. I’ve been collecting it for years and I look forward in seeing a fresh treatment of a classic print.
MJ
/ September 2, 2011How awesome is that?! Sounds like you are prepared for Fall!
JTwisdom
/ September 2, 2011I am looking forward to leather skirts, ruffled blouses, suede jackets and wedge ankle peep toe boots. I love polka dots for summer and fall.
MJ
/ September 2, 2011I would love to wear leather skirts too but I think I may melt in this FL heat with it! LOL
Michelle @Radiant Brown Beauty
/ September 2, 2011You know I loves me some red and some leopard so I’m feeling those shoes!
MJ
/ September 2, 2011Aren’t they awesome??!!
No Guilt Fashion
/ September 2, 2011Great list of trends. Didn’t you just thrift a cute polka dot top? I think that was you?!?!
MJ
/ September 2, 2011Girl I sure did!! Super excited about wearing it this season!!
kirstinmarie
/ September 2, 2011Yay polka dots & maxi skirts!! I can’t wait to wear my polka dot coat! 🙂
MJ
/ September 2, 2011Girl I loved that coat! Save it for those rare 50 degree days we get every now and again!
Emily
/ September 2, 2011That plaid skirt is cool – I’m sure you could fashion one from a picnic blanket!!??
No Guilt Fashion
/ September 2, 2011Hahaha…that sounds like a fun DIY. Might have to give it a try.
MJ
/ September 2, 2011Or even repurpose a cape! It’s too hot down here to wear one.