Fashion: Grunge Inspired Fashion

The grunge look originated in the late 80's but really took off in the early 90's heavily inspired by the music scene; think Nirvana and Pearl Jam.  The lais a faire attitude behind the look was a combination of flannel, ripped denim, and lots of plaid.  The finished product was to make you appear to have that thrown together look when in reality you spent as much time getting ready in your grunge attire as you did in you big haired, shoulder pad laden, multi-layered outfits of the 80's!

This look has resurfaced in a small way with lots of plaid and flannel being introduced in fall/winter 2016 fashion trends.  However, this time the look is more stylized, with a better fit, and a more feminine flair.

This top from Hem&Thread has super soft thermal sleeves paired with a plaid body.  Super cute and is available from +LDesigns Boutique at +Frisco Mercantile.

Photo from hemandthread.com

Fashion: All About the Plaid

Nothing says fall better than a great, super comfy plaid shirt.  Plaid feels familiar and safe; a trustworthy, classic style.  I love this plaid top from Beach Lunch Lounge.  It has a crisp collar, front shirt pocket, and a rounded hem to give it a more feminine appeal. The best part is the exceptionally soft brushed herringbone fabric - it's soft enough to sleep in!  This cutie is available now from LDesigns at +Frisco Mercantile +LDesigns Boutique.

Victoria Beckham; Rachel Zoe; Calvin Klein

It's always fun to see where the trends originate.  I love these plaid overcoats from

 New York Fashion Week.  They are statement pieces and they have a significant impact

 on the trends we see in everyday fashions.

  Photo from Stylecaster.com: 12 Best Fall Trends of 2016 article by Perrie Samotin.

Fashion: Animal Print Trends

Animal Prints are one of those fashion trends that are continuously recycled. A classic tailored animal print blouse never really goes out of style.  It may sit in the back of your closet for a season or two but then can be pulled back out and worn again, looking fresh and chic.

You may be bold and wear all over animal print dresses or jackets or maybe you just want a little of the trend to spice up your current wardrobe like this navy hooded sweatshirt with animal print sleeves and hood. (Available from LDesigns at +Frisco Mercantile).

It's fun to look at how the trends play out in high fashion.

  I found this picture on Fashioners Fall/Winter 2016/2017 Trends:

http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/fall-winter-2016-2017-print-trends/

Fashion: Military Inspired Jackets

Photo: Monoreno.com

Fashion has traditionally been inspired by the crisp clean look of military uniforms  Think Navy Pea Coats and the leather bomber jacket craze.  Every few years we recirculate the military or cargo jacket trend and this fall you are certain to see that trend popping up in many different forms.

One of the styles that is popular for fall 2106 is this lightweight jacket with zipper detail on pockets and back bodice, side button epaulettes, and two button cuffs.  Will look super cute paired with a floral dress or all black as pictured above.  Jacket available from +LDesigns Boutique at +Frisco Mercantile.

This scaled down look is inspired by what we seen on the high fashion runways:

wwd.com/fashion Dsquared2 RTW Fall 2016 Photo: Monica Feudi / Indigital.tv

Fashion: Sequins Sequins Everywhere!

Once again we are seeing the use of sequins in high fashion.  Though it is probably unrealistic for most of us to wear full length garments adorned in sequins in our everyday life, an easy way to incorporate this trend in our everyday wardrobe is by the use of accessories or as in this super cute tee, a little splash of sequins on the pocket.

This super soft heather grey tee has mixed print sleeves and a bronze sequins pocket.  Perfect to throw on for everyday life!  Available from +LDesigns Boutique at +Frisco Mercantile.

High Fashion Photo: www.wmagazine.com; Sonia Rykiel; Photo courtesy from the brand.

Fashion: Baseball Tee with Sequin Pocket

One of the many fashions trends this fall is the use of sequins.  Fall fashion shows displayed shiny, sparkling sequin dresses, jackets and even entire pant suits.  Now most of us are not going to run to Target or to pick up our kids at school in a full length sequin dress (if that's your style then the more power to you!) but adding a little bit of the high fashion trend in small ways to our everyday wardrobe can be fun and is much more realistic!

I love this color-blocked baseball tee with a double layered sequin pocket. Super cute and comfortable and something you can wear to any event!

Here are a couple of pictures from WWD including Michael Kors

 RTW Fall 2016 and Versace RTW Fall 2016. 

Baseball Tee with Sequin Pocket: Available from +LDesigns Boutique at +Frisco Mercantile; S-L $28

Photos from WWD Fall Fashion News: Trends

Fashion: Great Fall Looks

Super cute and soft, this color-blocked long sleeve tee is the perfect go-to tee for fall fashions.  It has 5% spandex to give you just a touch of stretch and a relaxed comfortable fit.  Looks great with denim cut-offs or I love these comfortable slim fit capri jeans from White House Black Market.   These jeans are stretchy and comfortable and great for fall with your favorite sandals.  The best part is that the hem is frayed so if you like a longer cuff than pictured it gives you a more relaxed, casual look.

Top: Available from +LDesigns Boutique at +Frisco Mercantile S-L; $28

Jeans: WhiteHouseBlackMarket $78

Fashion: Red is the New Black

I love fall fashions.  To me there is nothing better than a great fitting pair of jeans and a super cozy, but ultra cute sweatshirt.

Last week I spent a few minutes in the mall...that was about all I could handle considering how crowded the malls are in North Texas the first week of August when it's over 100 degrees everyday. But I had a gift certificate at White House Black Market so I decided to go check out the new fall colors and styles and to see what is trending this season.

The first thing I noticed is that red is now the new black and not just in accessories.  There were several different styles in tees, tops, and sweaters and the fall red is such a rich, deep color. My favorite was this super cute convertible layered top in auburne red.

Next I tried on a pair of distressed girlfriend jeans and fell in love with them.  These jeans were so super soft and comfortable, similar to the boyfriend but with a more feminine fit.

So all in all I am getting excited about what we will be seeing in fall fashions for 2106.

Photos from www.whitehouseblackmarket.com