How devastating is it flipping through the pages of a magazine, and realizing you’re never going to be rich enough to even come close to laying a hand on a designer piece? Well, don’t be discouraged, we’re here to help you out. Inspired directly by designer campaigns, here are our top ten fall-must haves, and what stores are carrying affordable ‘versions’ to keep you up to date with fall trends.
1. Jeweled collars
Burberry Spring/Summer 2012
This fall is all about trending the “statement collar”- a piece that stands out for all that is bright, fun, and extravagant. Hence, Burberry chose the young model, and next-big-thing, Cara Delevingne to be the star in this campaign. This bedazzled collar is a great alternate to necklaces, especially if your skin is easily irritated by fake gold/silver. There are also clip-ons that can be very versatile with the rest of your wardrobe, including, silk blouses, plain tees, and knit pull-over sweaters.
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2. The track-pant inspired trousers
Peet Dullaert Fall 2012
Who would have thought the track-pant would be inspiring the runways? Well, here it is. This pant is great for colour blocking, and come in different styles for casual wear, and work wear. Because this pant has such minimal elegance, you can easily pair it with a solid tee, and accessorize it any way you want!
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3. The woven blazer
Chanel Spring/Summer 2012
The Chanel classic blazer is making its way back to Fall with many style variations using all-woven fabric. This trend is perfect for mixing with other fabrics such as leather, cotton, and silk, or use it to simply top off your fall look. Don’t be afraid to combine this look with a patterned shirt or pant- as long as you’re mixing patterns of two very different fabrics, you’re far from clashing the two pieces together!
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4. The printed pant
Prada Fall/Winter 2012
This piece is another trend that you can easily take to school, to work, or to dinner. For casual days, you can pair a printed pant with a t-shirt, a pull-over sweater, or a solid tank and cardigan. To work, wear it with a silk blouse and a classic tailored blazer. And for going out, put on a cute little blouse, stud earrings, and a pair of pumps, and you’re ready to go!
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5. Dark lace
Dolce & Gabbana Falll/Winter 2012
Lace is another trend that’s making a comeback, and this time, it’s darker and better. Wearing the lace top should be the only way to show off a bit of skin this fall; it’s sexy, sophisticated, and easy-to-wear. The classic black lace top is what you should turn to when you’re looking for a semi-formal look. You can simply pair it with a solid black skinny pant, or knee-length pencil skirt, and look effortlessly sexy in seconds.
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6. The leather collar
Giorgio Armani Fall/Winter 2012
Anything leather is a fashion essential for the fall. This year, leather is very popular on collars- it’s sleek and minimal, but it’s bound to make your outfit look ten times better. Let’s face it, leather is quite expensive, so if you’re planning on splurging you should look towards coats and blazers- these items will never go out of style and can be worn over and over.
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7. The peplum top
Miss Dior Fall/Winter 2012
The Peplum trend has managed to transition itself from spring/summer to fall/winter. This is the perfect piece for those who want to show off their curves, without having to wear a super tight shirt. The peplum top is tailored to fit from the bust area, down to the waist, which accentuates and flatters your curves. Just like he lace top, wear this with a solid skinny pant or pencil skirt.
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8. The cable-knit pullover sweater
Chloe Fall/Winter 2012
The cable-knit pullover sweater is another classic trend to invest in this fall. It’s versatile, comfortable, and warm. The sweater can be worn with literally every pair of bottoms you have, whether it be pants, skirts, or a pair of leather leggings- for keeping it cute and casual!
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Club Monaco (To be released in upcoming collection)
Zara (To be released in upcoming collection)
9. The ankle-length coat
Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2012
This fall, the coats are reaching up (down?) to our ankles- which is perfect for us who live in Canada. The longer the warmer, right? Plus, this will give us the permission to wear skirts during the cold weather, and keep our legs warmer when we decide to wear ankle boots during the winter. For end-of-summer/pre-fall styling, try a light ankle-length vest you can wear during the last days of shorts season.
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Zara (To be released in upcoming collection)
Urban Outfitters $69 (Not an outdoor jacket… but a duster jacket… and so rad)
10. Knee-high boots
Salvatore Ferragamo Fall/Winter 2012
If there is a pair of boots you need for the fall/winter season, it has to be a pair of knee-high boots. They are the most comfortable fit over your favourite pair of skinny jeans, and match perfectly with a wide range of jackets- including, the biker jacket, bomber jacket, the wool cape, and the classic trench!
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