1. Topshop Ombre Faux Fur Vest , 2. DKNY Faux Fur Vest $295, 3. Juicy Couture Faux Fur Vest $280, 4. Yves Saint Laurent Neck Tie Blouse $1661, 5. Marc Jacobs Pattern Blouse $866, 6. Fendi Vintage Abstract Print Blouse $334, 7. Baserange Shorts $75, 8. Carven Compact Drape Short $347, 9. 3.1 Phillip Lim Leather Shorts $750, 10. Chloe Tuscon Crisscross Wedge Sandal $895, 11. Sam Edelman Felix Chunky Heel $234, 12. Neiman Marcus Casadei Chunky Sandal $740
Geek Chic Eyeglasses: 1. Gant G MB GEEK Eyeglasses $153, 2. Balenciaga 0136 Eyeglasses $308, 3. 3.1 Phillip Lim Nacho Eyeglasses $216
Embellished Sleeveless Blouse: 4. Eight Sixty Embellished Sheer Blouse $78, 5. Tahari Arther S. Levine Animal Print Bow Blouse $54, 6. Jones New York Collection Sleeveless Tie-Neck Blouse $89
Skinny Belt: 7. Maison Boinet Contrast Loop Belt $110, 8. Lanvin Thin Belt $295, 9. Tory Burch Thin Strap Belt $196
Wide Leg Trousers: 10. Michael Kors Jaryn Wide Leg Stretch-Wool Pants $1295, 11. Theory Lekira Stretch-Wool Wide Leg Pants $275, 12. Tibi Tuxedo Wide Lego Pant $375
Sparkly Pumps: 13. B Brian Atwood Fontann Sugar Paint Platform Pump $350, 14. Christian Louboutin BG 111th Anniversary Pump $3995, 15. BCBG Prish Rhinestone Pump $275
I love when reader’s write to me with a specific request… One reader asked, “Can you do another post about what to wear to a wedding but this time for fall weddings? I’m going to one in Illinois in Nov. BRRRR! I want to look fashionable and in-season. Most of my dresses are more California Summer appropriate…” {If you missed my summer wedding post, look at it here}.
The fall wedding look is all about the art of layering {and, of course, if it’s freezing cold… add some cute opaque or patterned tights… very on point}. Trends to incorporate: {faux} fur, the return of the ladylike glove {yay!}, necklaces that look like you must have inherited them from a distant and uber-wealthy relative, clutches that feel like jewelry, and booties with a serious high heel {that keep feet warm, but still look wedding-ready}. You can use all of these tricks with a dress you already own {try to lean toward an autumnal shade and an appropriate length hem}. As for makeup, matte skin with simple black winged liner and a bold lip {red or maroon} are all you need. There’s a serious 1940s revival happening; to keep the look from being costume-y, wear your hair in a sleek pony, stick straight, or in the classic sock bun… It’s an instant way to throw a modern twist on a timeless classic.
1. Faux Fur – Juicy Couture Blonde Striped Faux Fur Jacket $535, Marc Jacobs Faux Fur Trimmed Coat $2132, Rachel Zoe Camel Faux Fur Trish Coat $790
2. Dresses – Wild About Fashion Dress $68, Along the Boulevard Dress $47, Everyday Dynamo Dress $168
3. Ladylike Gloves – Vintage Red Glamour Gloves $20, Causse Grace Short Lamb Leather Gloves $556, Vintage After Dinner Dessert Gloves $20
4. Clutches – Alexander McQueen Union Jack Box Clutch $1108, Alexander McQueen Punk Baroc Skull Clutch $2240, Alexander McQueen Rose Gold Clutch $1739
5. Necklaces – Anton Heunis Grace Kelly Necklace $195, Swarovski Hyacinth Pastel Necklace $550, Kate Spade Crystal Cort Necklace $248
6. Shoes – Christian Louboutin Calf Hair Bootie $2395, Dollhouse Swanky Bootie $70, Camilla Skovgaard Saw Bootie $565
I’m clearly on a skull & animal print kick {see Skulls & Stripes}… but that’s nothing new. With a hit of purple, the whole look makes an even bolder statement.
1. Rick Owens Tailored Wool-blend Twill Blazer $1,700, 2. Dolce & Gabbana Waistcoat Detail Blazer $2300, 3. Mackage Studded Leather and Crepe Blazer $300, 4. Ana Short-Sleeve Peplum $20, 5. J.Crew Collection Cashmere Long-Sleeve Tee $188, 6. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Draped Jersey Top $275, 7. Alexander McQueen ‘Skull’ Chiffon Scarf in Magenta $295, 8. Anne Klein Mirrored Animal Scarf $58, 9. Alexander McQUeen ‘Skull’ Chiffon Scarf in Magenta/White $295, 10. Givenchy High Waisted Cigarette Trouser $965, 11. Marc Jacobs Glitter Cigarette Trousers $982, 12. Neil Barrett Cigarette Trouser $485, 13. ASOS HEX Platform Heeled Sandals $75, 14. Kat Maconie Bridget Shoes $350, 15. DV8 Monika Slingback Platform Sandals $170
If you go overboard with sequins, you can wind up looking like an overgrown and/or out of place frilly ballerina. The proportions of a tailored blazer and boyfriend jeans keeps the sequins looking chic, intentional, and a bit rugged, as opposed to looking like some kind of showgirl explosion. You should look like a tomboy who decided to wear sequins. How intriguing is that?
1. Arden B. Geometric Stone Statement Necklace $39, 2. Kate Spade New York “Treasure Chest” Statement Necklace $428, 3. Bebe Multi Stone Statement Necklace $24, 4. Acne Lee Tux Wool Blend Tailored Jacket $723, 5. Reiss Ivy Tailored Jacket $360, 6. Julien David Tailored Wool Blazer $1,762, 7. Topshop Sequin Peplum Top, 8. Topshop Sequin Tee $92, 9. Pierre Balmain Sequin T-Shirt $304, 10. Current/Elliott Boyfriend Jean $206, 11. Topshop Sparkle Yoke Boyfriend Jeans $110, 12. Rag & Bone The Dre Slim Boyfriend Jean $220, 13. Calvin Klein Collection Amelia Chunky Heel Sandal $900, 14. Cheap Monday Layer Chunky Heel Booties $145, 15. Guess Sandals Jadynn Chunky Heel $115
1. Topshop Animal Jacquard Ponte Blazer $90, 2. Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Leopard Print Jacket $712, 3. Zara Leopard Print Blazer $40, 4. Rock Legend Top $43, 5. Philipp Plein Skull Print Blouse $353, 6. Rock Legend Top in White {I own this one, too!} $50, 7. Harlow Snake Embossed Envelope Clutch $78, 8. Snake Embossed Envelope Clutch $68, 9. Harlow Snake Embossed Envelope Clutch $78, 10. Marc Jacobs Satin Gabardine Pencil Skirt in Nude Stripe $625, 11. Chinti and Parker Striped Organic Cotton Mini Skirt $145, 12. Acne Striped Pencil Skirt $205, 13. Michael Michael Kors Carla Platform in Black $150, 14. Michael Michael Kors Carla Platform in Luggage $150, 15. Michael Michael Kors Carla Platform in White $150