Fall is here and it’s a fashionable season. Look your best with these ten distinct looks.
1. Military
Military inspired clothing is at the forefront of fall fashion this year, offering great basics to glamorous statement pieces. Military can be loud or quiet, so depending on your personality — and budget – it can work for anyone. Stay simple with a pair of skinny cargos and hardware accessories such as chains, zippers and studs. Demand everyone’s attention wearing rugged combat boots, a military jacket and mixed metal jewelry. Everyone is gonna want to drop down and give you 50.
2. Black and White
Black and white are staple colors in any woman’s wardrobe, but this fall they’re making a new debut, offering different patterns and silhouettes, for an original look. Black and white is easy to dress up and looks polished dressed down. One of the most popular ways to wear black and white is a patterned stripe. Make the perfect classroom outfit with a black and white striped baggy tee and a pair of black leggings. For a night in Chicago, wear a black and white fitted striped dress, a black coat and incorporate color with shoes, minimal jewelry or a great clutch.
3. Minimalist
Exude classiness with this simple, sophisticated trend full of basic garments and a lush color palette. Minimalism is perfect for a “throw on and go” moment, like when you’re late to class. It can also be dressed up for a very sleek look, great for interviews and events. The staple color is camel, and the clothing item is a sleek camel coat. They’re sophisticated, polished and simple. Throw one on over a pair of dark jeans and you have a great outfit in 5 seconds. Minimalist is time efficient, affordable and fabulous, a perfect trend and outfit for any Northwestern student.
4. Sweatshirt
Believe it or not, sweatshirts and sweatpants can look chic, who knew? Look stylish and comfy wearing sweatshirt material clothing designed as blazers and cuffed pants. Sweatshirt wear is great for procrastinators who always find themselves with five minutes to get dressed. Throw on a pair of jeans, white tee, and a sweatshirt blazer for a quick school outfit. Naturally, gray is increasingly popular this fall, and an all gray attire is exceptionally chic. Try balancing an all gray outfit, without looking dreary, for a challenge.
5. Rich
Create a poised look head to toe with luscious colors and rich fabrics, which exude elegance and class. Invest in fabrics and garments that are timeless, like a great leather jacket. It can be dressed up or down and will never go out of style, justifying a small splurge. Experiment with vivid colors such as burgundy, emerald green and navy, to liven up any outfit.
6. Animal
Look deadly with fall’s wildest trend, animal. Offering various animal prints to faux fur, any outfit that lends itself to the wild will arm you with looks to kill. Find a sexy leopard dress and black heels for a great night out with the girls or create a retro look with gray skinny jeans, a long t-shirt, and a faux fur vest. Go get ‘em tiger.
7. Decades
Trends and styles are always reinvented year after year, and this fall, 1950s inspired cuts, styling and accessories are increasingly popular. A dress with a full bottom skirt and ballet flats is perfect for a weekend lunch date, topped off with a skinny belt and winged sunglasses, which both accessories exude 1950s fashion. Not only will you stand out and look fresh in a crowd of regularly dressed people, but also you’ll look great doing it.
8. Menswear
Menswear fashion is new, fresh and makes a bold statement, perfect for an office or any employer you wish to impress. Pair a sweater vest over a blouse with a woman’s tie, which ties at the front of the neck, tailored pants and an oxford lace up bootie to radiate a very powerful and professional look.
9. Girly
Ruffles, flowers and lace are the core definition of girly and are perfect for classroom, going out and date night outfits. Throw on a cascading ruffle dress with a feminine shape, a structured jacket and simple jewelry for a flirty date outfit. Pair a basic top with a floral print skirt and flats for an adorable school outfit. Finally, for a going out, put together a lacy, curve hugging dress and all night you’ll draw envious stares all night.
10. Layers
The trick to layering is to never pile on too much and to be conscious of your body; you never want to look frumpy. For class, pull on a pair of thick leggings, a long sleeve shirt under a long chunky knit vest and complete with a colorful scarf and belt. For a night downtown, start with a colorful dress over a long sleeve shirt. Your look will be effortless and relaxed, great for going outdoors and perfect for staying in.