A supplement to the Daily Journal Section D I September 27, 2013
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Addison Carter, 16, of New Albany, sports Corral boots, an Innovation dress and a Jessica Simpson purse, from Peace of Mind. The store’s owner, Lisa Rakestraw, estimates the outfit would cost about $340 in a department store, but would cost about $197 at Peace of Mind.
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Brittany McCain, owner at Resale Therapy, wears 7 For All Mankind jeans, a Free People top and a Hobo Purse, and her own jewelry. Her outfit could retail for more than $350 in a boutique but sells for about $115 at her shop.
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Brandi Turner of Tupelo is wearing jeans by Hudson, BCBG Girl boots, Desigual top and a Kavu bag, all found at Love Me Do. Christy Bell, who works at Love Me Do, estimates the entire outfit would retail for nearly $700, but the entire outfit would sell for $145 at Love Me Do.
‘One man’s trash, another man’s come-up’ Resale shops offer trendy finds at low prices
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TUPELO – Trendy, affordable styles with a bit of history are a must-have this season. Rapper Macklemore scored a surprise hit single in 2013 with “Thrift Shop,” an ode to digging through thrift shops, saving money and looking cool, inspiring audiences to check out shops they may have otherwise overlooked. “I’m gonna pop some tags, only got $20 in my pocket/I’m hunting, looking for a come-up,” he raps, and adds later, “Imma take your grandpa’s style/No, for real, ask your grandpa/Can I have his hand-me-downs?” Resale, thrift and consignment shops all sell previously owned clothes at discounts, but they each work a little differently. Resale stores have popped up across the area lately, and they offer something just a little different from other used clothing shops.
HOW IT WORKS
Three Tupelo resale shops, Resale Therapy, Love Me Do and Peace of Mind all said they look for trendy, name-brand clothes in good condition. At a consignment shop, a person will
get money back for their clothes only if the clothes sell; at a resale shop, they’re paid for their clothes right away. Some stores may require an appointment or may take clothing only on certain days, while others will take clothes at any time. “It’s a lot less paperwork, and it’s a lot nicer for the suppliers who don’t want to wait a week or a month to get paid,” said Brittany McCain, who owns Resale Therapy. A few name brands spotted at Peace of Mind, Love Me Do and Resale Therapy include 7 for All Mankind, Kavu, Miss Me, True Religion, The North Face, Polo, Uggs, American Eagle, Banana Republic, Michael Kors and Coach. Each of the stores said they generally price items at least half of what the retail price is, and if they’re unsure, they’ll check online to see what those items are selling for on sites like eBay or Craigslist. “We want to price it where people can afford it,” said Joe Haynes, owner of Love Me Do. A pair of $150 jeans at a department store could sell for anywhere from $4050 – and less, if they’re on sale, and they often are – at Peace of Mind or Resale Therapy, said McCain and Peace of Mind owner Lisa Rakestraw.
A Polo shirt that retails for $69 is $16 at Love Me Do. All of the stores offer specials, too: There’s always a sale at Resale Therapy and Peace of Mind, and Love Me Do has a room in which nearly everything in it – shoes, jeans, tops and more – is $2.
STYLES AND STANDARDS
Because the clothes come from all sorts of folks, there are various styles and sizes. “We have double zero to size 26,” Rakestraw said. “We don’t buy things with holes, and we wash a lot.” Many folks also bring in items they purchased but never actually wore, so they still have the tags on them, said Christy Bell, who works at Love Me Do. “No stains, no rips, and it has to be in a current style,” Bell said. Right now, the shops are looking for fall and some winter clothing. “People are looking for jeans, jackets, boots, things like that,” Rakestraw said. “We do have to go with how the weather is,” McCain said. “We go by Mississippi weather.” Although the shops sell men’s clothes, the selections aren’t quite as large as it is for women’s clothes. “Men usually wear their things out,
and women’s fashion changes so quickly,” Rakestraw said. “Their style doesn’t change a lot.”
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But one thing resale shops have in common with thrift and consignment shops: If you see something you like, snap it up. Because these shops don’t carry different sizes of the same item, there’s a chance what you want may not be there the next time you shop there. “You have to shop it regularly,” Rakestraw said. “You can’t stop.” The stores said they’ll hold something for someone, but only for a very limited time. Peace of Mind does a lot of business through its Facebook page, where they post pictures of the latest arrivals. Each of the stores sell something a little more than adult clothing. Resale Therapy offers purses, wallets, accessories and children’s clothing. Accessories and purses are also sold at Love Me Do and Peace of Mind. Love Me Do offers art, magazines and books – select items from Hayes’ entertainment resale shop, Greatest Hits. Peace of Mind sells furniture and DVDs, too.
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Whether you bleed maroon and white, or red and blue, you better wear your school’s colors on game day if you want to be in style. “If you’re at Ole Miss, it doesn’t have to be all red or all blue,” said Erica Holloway, owner of Ella Ivy Boutique in Pontotoc. “The same thing goes for maroon at Mississippi State.” For an early Rebel game, Holloway suggests a gold chevron-textured sequined skirt with a red top or maybe that same red top with leopard-print shorts. “You want something very casual on top and a little something special on bottom,” she said. “For early games, it’s bare legs and heels.” For a dressier look, maybe you’d want a red dress with navy accessories, such as a belt and necklace. Or you might try a navy dress with red accessories. “A lot of college girls and younger girls are going to do dresses,” she said. For a Bulldog event, Holloway suggests maroon skinny jeans with an ivory lace top and wedges. Or maybe a maroon maxi skirt with a cream-colored top, accented with a maroon necklace and ankle boots. “The maxi skirts became popular in the spring and summer, but they’re carrying over in to
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Emmie O’Callaghan, 20, shows off the perfect outfit for an MSU ball game – a maroon maxi skirt by Lani California, a cream-colored feminine blouse by Esley and ankle boots by Diba, all from Ella Ivy Boutique in Pontotoc.
If Emmie were headed to Ole Miss for game day, she might wear this sleeveless red dress by Esley with a navy belt and necklace and open-toed pumps by Madeline, all from Ella Ivy Boutique in Pontotoc.
the fall,” she said. “And short ankle boots are a very big trend.” At Frock Fashions, a boutique in Oxford, sales associate Neely England said dresses with embellishments are trendy right now. She pointed to a blue knit off-the-shoulder dress with crocheted bell sleeves and white lace
England said a lot of girls wear boots with their dresses or wear flats. “If they wear heels, they bring flats or sandals in their purses,” she said. When the weather turns cooler, co-eds can take those same dresses and layer them with warmer clothing. “A monogrammed shawl over a sleeveless
around the end, and then to a red tunic with beige fringe on it. “As long as it’s red or blue, you’re in, no matter what color they tell you to wear that day,” she said, adding that for the first game, most girls wear white dresses. “Some wear slacks, but most are looking for a game-day dress to wear.”
dress works well,” she said. “And a lot of girls wear pea coats over dresses.”
MAROON AND WHITE
At LA Green, a boutique in Starkville, sales associates Ann Hamilton Dogan and Katie Harris were all about some maroon and white. “You have to have a game day outfit,” Dogan said. “Maroon every other game and white every other game. You might wear a cream dress with a maroon belt and necklace for a white game. For a
maroon game, you wear maroon with any color accessories.” MSU students are a little more casual than those at Ole Miss on game days, Harris said. “We’ve got a more relaxed look than Oxford has,” she said. “It’s all about being comfortable, stylish and on trend.” Harris said early in the season, girls will wear summer dresses or cute shorts with a top. “Once it gets colder, we have a lot of leather accents,” she said. “Everybody’s wearing ankle boots, even when it’s hot outside. You can wear them with dresses or skinny jeans.” Another popular look, she said, is the long sweater, over-sized and belted with skinny jeans or leggings and boots. “Layering is good for night games,” she said. “You start out light and add to, maybe with a scarf or cardigan.” Harris said it’s easy to transition from the daytime game into evening festivities. “For game day, you start out with your outfit for the game, maybe wearing sandals and a big purse,” she said. “At night, you switch to heels, jewelry and a clutch.” Jewelry that’s popular now includes wood jewelry with brass accents and stones, she said. Dogan said girls don’t need to worry about having one perfect ensemble to wear to every game. “It’s not like it’s one single outfit,” she said. “It’s mixing all the trends that are current right now. And that’s fun.” ginna.parsons@journalinc.com
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Fall is the perfect chance to layer several looks. Channing Patterson, 3, of Nettleton, layers a lacy top and dress, both by Swanky, from Era 1932. Her boots are her own. BY SHEENA BARNETT DAILY JOURNAL
TUPELO – Kids may care the least about what they wear, so long as they can comfortably play. This fall is tailor-made for kids, with easy, mix and match styles and bright colors. “Fall used to be so drab, but it’s a lot more fun this year,” said Silly Simpson’s owner DeAnna Russell.
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Traditional fall colors like charcoal gray and mustard yellow are stylish, but don’t be afraid to buy something in a bright fuschia, woodsy greens or turquoise. “This year seems to be brighter,” Russell said. “Customers are asking, ‘Are these colors for fall?’” For the past several seasons, kids’ fashion has focused on mismatched patterns in one outfit. That’s still a fashionable trend, but it’s a little more calm. There may not be quite as many patterns in one outfit, for example. A must-have print for fall is usually only seen in spring and summer. “We’re having a lot of florals,” Russell said. “You can transition (florals) into fall with fall colors.” The popular chevron pattern is showing up in kids’ clothes, too, and can be spotted in outfits at Reed’s, Era 1932 and Silly Simpson’s. Owls are still stylish, along with polka dots, stripes and geometric patterns. Also, lots of kids’ outfits came as a package set, with matching tops and bottoms featuring very specific patterns. This year, more brands are offering mix-and-match shirts
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Fall colors, like brown, burnt orange and gray are in Parker Morris’ outfit. Morris, 6, from Tupelo, is wearing 2 Scoops shoes, shirt and sweater by E-Land and Wes & Willy pants from Silly Simpson’s. and bottoms, so parents can choose between different tops, dresses, leggings and pants that all match and don’t feature such specific patterns. “It’s a little more simplified. It’s easy to wear and to wash, and moms are looking for that,” said Jill Hart at the children’s department at Reed’s. Not only does it offer more fashion choices, but it also saves time and money. “It’s all about getting more for your money,” said Ashton Haygood, manager at Era 1932. “You can throw on anything and go.” It’s also great for layering. “I love layering; you can always take away and you can add,” Haygood said. Peasant-style dresses and tops are in at Silly Simpson’s. Feminine, lacy ruffles are especially in style at Era 1932. Colored jeans are in style at Era 1932, along with brightly patterned leggings. At Reed’s, designer Isaac Mizrahi’s line is a big seller, as well as Tea, which offers mix-andmatch outfits with an Asian flair. Knit tops and leggings make for a stylish pair, Hart said.
TUPELO – When it comes to handbags this fall, it’s all about recycling and repurposing. Bags are made of everything from upholstery fabric, buttons and men’s workshirts to belts and even pop tops. “I’m seeing a lot of different styles,” said Brody Holland, manager at The Main Attraction in downtown Tupelo. One line of one-of-a-kind bags Holland sells is from a company called Painted Oyster. “They have handmade bags made out of different recycled goods – cotton shirts, leather belts – all repurposed,” he said. Another line of bags The Main Attraction carries is from Escama Studio. Each bag is made from 100 percent aluminum pull tabs from soda cans and comes with a hang tag bearing the signature of the person who made it. “I’m also seeing a throwback to vintage pieces,” Holland said, “everything from clutches to leather daytime bags. Recycling is in.” Ashley Prince of Tupelo is a sales representative for Kindred Spirit Style, which has a storefront in the Cooper-Young Historic District in Memphis. “The owner, Patti Yancey, came from the fashion industry,” Prince said. “She takes upholstery fabric and repurposes it to make bags. She wanted to employ women – empower them – and have all her bags made in the U.S.A. She has seven seamstresses and all of them work out of their homes. Most of the fabric comes from the Tupelo area.” Yancey has designed small side pocket bags, button bags, guitar bags and one bag that goes from purse to messenger bag to backpack with just a few adjustments. “Patti designs the bags but
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The Painted Oyster bag, left, is made from recycled cotton shirts and leather belts and sells for $79 at The Main Attraction in Tupelo. The orange clutch and silver handbag from Escama Studio – both made from aluminum pop tops – are $42 and $106, respectively.
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Clockwise from the top, the side pocket bag from Kindred Spirit Style is $20, the guitar bag is $99 and the button bag is $49. you can choose the fabric, if you like,” Prince said. “You can mix and match fabrics or just do a couple of fabrics to keep it simple.” Most of the bags are reversible and many are one-of-a kind. “Once they’re out of that fabric, they’re gone,” said Prince,
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who will have the bags for sale at Celebration Village in October, or you can go online to kindredspiritstyle.com to learn more. “You can be as creative as you want when picking your fabric,” she said. “It’s considered wearable art.”
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Boys’ fashions are typically very traditional, and that’s still true. Shirts featuring animals are popular at Reed’s, while football styles rule at Silly Simpson’s. Traditional blue hues rule at Silly Simpson’s. A line of fedoras at Reed’s are popular sellers, Hart said. “You can put them in what they like, and add a hat,” she said, “and it makes it more individualized.”
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PHOTOS BY LAUREN WOOD I DAILY JOURNAL MALIA CRUMP, top right, dons fun animal prints and a rich egg-
plant top to create a stylish outfit. Crump, 11, of Tupelo, is in an Issac Mizrahi top and pants and TOMS shoes, all from Reed’s. I ANNA GRANT KAHLSTORF, middle right, 7, of Tupelo, wears a dress by Owls and Bats from Silly Simpson’s I FISHER BLACK, bottom right, 4, of Tupelo, sports Guess jeans, a Tea shirt and an Appaman jacket, all from Reed’s. I CATHERINE COTTINGHAM, bottom center, wears an abstract print Vivante infinity scarf that adds pops of pinks, grays and citrons over the Baik Baik open-weave sweater and Timing stretch skinny knit pants. Gray boots from Bamboo and We Dream chunky bangle bracelets finish off the outfit from Southern Cloth in Tupelo. I PAUL MIZE, bottom left, sports a dress shirt from Southern Marsh and slacks by Austin Reed, all from Reed’s. I CHRISTY MILLER, middle left, wears an Alice Trixie black-and-white militaryinspired jacket that has leather accents that complement the flirty leather skirt. Sacha London shoes and Ronaldo bracelets complete the look from Reed’s Department Store. I JOHN OSWALT, top left, sports Ballin flat front trousers with a Peter Millar sport shirt. The sport coat by Robert Talbott is accented with a pocket square and tie from Robert Jenson. Entire outfit from MLM.
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MODEL: Alisha Goff of Mooreville Snooty Owl, Tupelo THE OUTFIT: Burgundy Glam tunic dress, $40.95; Maddie Lou’s handmade Mississippi statement necklace, $15; faceted jewel tone earrings, $7 TOTAL: $62.95 THE SCOOP: Jewel tone colors and cut-out shoulders give this versatile tunic dress fall style, says Snooty Owl owner Amber Mooneyham. Bold statement necklace pops off the solid background of the dress. WHAT TO ADD: Boots – cowboy or riding – add a fun kick to the outfit.
MODEL: Lacey Reed of Saltillo Emi Lou’s, Saltillo THE OUTFIT: Umgee chevron tunic dress with cut-out shoulders, $30; Le Bijou filigree earrings, $26. TOTAL: $56 THE SCOOP: The casual fun dress brings the fall’s brightest colors into a bold chevron print, says Emily Floyd, Emi Lou’s owner. WHAT TO ADD: The dress looks great with tall boots, cowboy boots, ballet flats or wedges.
MODEL: Joy Whittle, owner Southern Roots Southern Roots Boutique, Tupelo THE OUTFIT: Umgee sheer black tunic top embellished with gold studs, $30; Ambition geometric tribal print pants, $30. TOTAL: $60 THE SCOOP: Geometric print pants pull in the season’s bright jewel tone colors, says Southern Roots owner Joy Whittle. The tunic top gets the studded treatment. WHAT TO ADD: Big statement necklace will pop off the solid background. Heavy metal bangles will add further glitz.
Men at their best when smartly dressed
ter. It’s common for doctors to don white coats, but that’s not for him. He said a white coat is often too warm over his other clothes, and he sees the coat as an unnecessary barrier between doctor and patient. “And you have what you think are nice clothes, then you put on a white coat and that’s all people focus on,” he said. Since Oxford works at a bank, it’s important to dress professionally. “In my business, people expect a certain look, a certain attire,” he said.“A coat and tie are my uniform.” But banks have become more casual in recent times, and employees often wear knit shirts and nice pants in the summer months. Suits, jackets and ties return in the fall, which Oxford appreciates. “OnethingIdon’tlikeaboutfallisyouleave seersucker suits behind, and maybe a couple of other suits you like to wear,” he said.
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Dr. Dax Eckard is a sharp-dressed man, and every so often someone feels compelled to comment on the fact. “People will say, ‘Did your wife pick out your clothes for you?’” said Eckard, a 42year-old Tupelo resident. Theansweris,“No.”Eckard’swifehasafine eye for fashion, but so does her husband. “She knows I enjoy it, so she usually leaves it to me,” he said. John Oxford, 36, of Tupelo, also knows what he likes. “If my wife was going to the store and asked if I needed a shirt, I would have to give her complete instructions for the cuffs and collars,” Oxford said. He prefers French cuffs so he can wear cufflinks, and he doesn’t like button-down collars. Both men know how to kick back in a pair of blue jeans when they’re relaxing over the weekend or playing with their kids. ADAM ROBISON | DAILY JOURNAL They’re also believers in the maxim that a man should dress better than he has to.That Dr. Dax Eckard learned to mix and match patterns and colors over five years of sets them apart in this casual age. “I actually prefer to dress up,” said Oxford, working at MLM Clothiers. who handles corporate communications for Renasant Bank. “Casual day is the hard- always thought that an English slim-cut suit est day for me to dress for work.” was cool. With a last name like Oxford, I couldn’t be denied.” ROLE MODELS Eckard’s dad worked in the furniture inOxford’s father handled corporation com- dustry and always dressed for success. The munication for Lowe’s, and he always father’s classy attire influenced the son. dressed the part. “I was probably in seventh grade. I can reOxford’s other role model was a British member thinking, OK, this is neat to dress import. up in a tie and a navy blazer and nice pants,” “Growing up and especially as a teenager, he said. “I give my dad credit.” I was always a James Bond fan,” he said. “I Eckard furthered his sartorial education
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As a teenager, John Oxford admired the English slim-cut suits James Bond wore on screen. during breaks from college by working at MLM Clothiers, where he developed a comfort level with matching different colors and patterns. “They taught me a lot,” he said. “A patterned shirt and the right tie can really make a navy blazer pop.”
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Oxford said his clothes affect more than his appearance. “When you put on a tie, it changes your mindset, gets you more focused,” he said. When Oxford and Eckard go shopping for clothes, comfort is always a key concern. It so happens that they feel their best when smartly dressed. “If I don’t think I’m dressed the way I should be, it doesn’t feel right,” Oxford said. “I’m not going to be comfortable.” Eckard agrees whole-heartedly. “If I put on something that doesn’t feel right,” he said, “it grates on my nerves a little bit.” scott.morris@journalinc.com
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this fall found in a rainbow of color, especially some of the fall’s hottest colors – emerald green, burgundy and magenta. “Denim has never been so interesting,” Simmons said. With so many big floaty looks in tops, jeans are largely staying skinny for the fall.
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COLORS
Women will have a rainbow of autumn colors to choose from this season. Bold jewel tone emeralds, burgundies, cobalts, magenta and citron green are out in force, said Neil May, owner of Southern Cloth in Tupelo. But there’s
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Riding boots and cowboy boots are still putting the best feet fashion forward, the low ankle boots and booties are stepping up. “Booties are coming on strong,” said Virginia Coleman of Reed’s Department Store. The booties are anything but shy and retiring. They get the full treatment with glitzy, crystals and metal studs. “They have more bling than ever before,” Stout said.
ACCESSORIES
This fall, the wild side is calling. Leopard prints like those in this Lovemarks top and leather details like these in the C.luce black pants add high style fun. Dollhouse suede booties and an Influence statement necklace complete the look from Runway Boutique worn by Heather Parker of New Albany. also a pastel thread running through the season with soft peaches and tans. “Winter whites, grays and camels are the hot neutrals to go with the pastels,” as well as the jewel tones, May said. Tribal and geometric prints, especially in pants, are balanced by solid colored tops. Some classic prints like houndstooth are particularly strong, Stout said. “It’s being used as more of a neutral,” Stout said.
jackets and sweaters, but this year they have taken a step up. “Jackets aren’t just for staying warm this year,” said Dale Simmons of Reed’s Department Store. “They really are part of your outfit.” The jackets and sweaters range from comfy grandfather-inspired cardigan and chunky fisherman sweaters to sleek tailored jackets inspired by military and menswear looks. Many feature cowl neck collars that drape elegantly around the JACKETS AND SWEATERS neck and shoulders. Fall always brings great Cardigans are still going
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TCEC leather jacket complements a Micheal Stars top over Seven skinny jeans. Sam Edelman boots, a braided leather belt and Ronaldo bracelets complete the cool, casual outfit from Reed’s Department Store worn by Madison Atkins of Tupelo. strong. Many of them have an oversized, flowing silhouette that can be belted or let free. “Cardigans are just so easy to throw on,” Stout said, and looks great over skinny jeans or leggings. The tuxedo jacket – tailored to the waist – is also putting on the ritz this fall. “It’s really easy to throw one over a solid T,” May said. And even though many of the looks are snuggly, the fabrics are lighter. There are open weave sweaters designed to be worn over camisoles and turtlenecks.
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Many of the jackets and sweaters are made out of cotton and jersey knit instead of wools. That means Southern women don’t have to wait for sub-freezing temperatures to look their fall best, Simmons said. “It’s great for our climate,” she said.
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Denim isn’t just for casual Friday any more. “They’re very dressy,” May said. The traditional blue is trending dark and polished. But they also are
The key accessories for fall are a contrast in hard and soft. Scarves and heavy metal are the must-haves for the fall. The infinity scarf – a scarf sewn into a circle and worn doubled – is an easy way to add the fall’s beautiful colors to an outfit. “Scarves are fabulous accessories,” Simmons said. “We can bring lots of outfits together with a beautiful scarf.” Chunky bangles are being stacked to add flash to arms. “Arm candy is bigger than ever,” May said. “It’s all about heavy metal. The more the better.” Big bold statement necklaces with tassels or a jeweled medallion add a pop to an emerald or burgundy top. “Tassels are everywhere,” May said. michaela.morris@journalinc.com
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This fall, the wild side is peeking through. Leather is leading the charge along with camouflage and perennial leopard prints to answer the fashion call. “Leather is everywhere,” said Krista Blanchard of Reed’s Department Store in Tupelo. This isn’t your biker mama’s leather. Along with jackets, pants, leggings and skirts, leather is popping up as an accent on collars, button plackets, pockets in sophisticated styles. Traditional black and shades of brown leather are joined by burgundy and cobalt. “It can be a classy look,” said Keri Stout, owner of Runway in New Albany. Denim is even getting the treatment this fall with coated jeans. “It gives them a leather look,” Stout said. It’s hard to say if camo trend owes its emergence to the military-inspired looks or the popularity of Duck Dynasty, but it has arrived full force. “Camo is not just for hunters,” Blanchard said. “It’s fun to do.” It’s popping up in shirts, skirts, jackets, scarves purses and shoes. It comes in the traditional greens and browns, but also gets a makeover with pinks and turquoises. Just don’t go head to toe in camo unless you are headed out to the camp. “A little goes a long way,” Blanchard said.
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Reed’s Jim Goodwin is wearing a Hardwick sport coat over a no-iron dress shirt and tie, both by Enro, with Austin Reed pants. coolers are being utilized for home use and tailgating. “One of our biggest items are a pair of pants by a company out of Utah called Kuhl [pronounced “cool”]. They’re a rugged, knock-around item, but
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MLM’s Josh Collins is wearing a threequarter-zip vest paired with a sport shirt and British tan trouser, all from Peter Millar.
they also look nice. Patagonia itself was created by a rock climber,” Reed said. “A mountain is probably not going to pop up in the middle of Tupelo, but people are buying into this idea of being outside, of a healthy lifestyle.”
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Jimmy Long and Joe Yarber, who co-own MLM Clothiers in downtown Tupelo, said the key is quality, from versatile sports shirts from brands like Southern Tide, to breathable wool and khaki from Peter Millar
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It’s no great leap to say that fall’s fashions for men are heavily influenced by the commencement of football season. Especially in the brutal Indian summers common to Mississippi, the trick for men’s brands is to balance a mature, appropriate level of dress with the comfort and practicality needed to survive anything from a tailgate to an outdoor wedding. Luckily, lifestyle brands have taken note, and are modifying their lines to maximize versatility. Jack Reed Jr. of Reed’s department store in Tupelo, said the Columbia brand sport fishing shirts are a prime example. “They used to only make this shirt in khaki and white, for the true sportsman,” he said. “But now there are many more options in color and patterns, and they still have the ventilation and fabric that make them comfortable. You could easily wear the same one to church as you would to the lake.” Similarly, niche outdoor brands like Mountain Hardware and Patagonia are also changing to clothe a larger audience. Tilley fishing hats, Reed said, have become a staple on the golf course, and hammocks are a common gift for graduating high schoolers on their way to college. Even heavy duty Yeti brand
and designer socks. But Long also pointed out the importance of quality in casual wear. MLM hosts the True Grit brand’s line of reliable flannel button downs and thermal henley shirts. The rugged, comfortable items are ideal for layering, especially under one of MLM’s hand-crafted leather jackets. “We test and guarantee everything,” Long said. “The higher quality stuff just doesn’t wear out.
“So many guys have 15 pairs of khakis in their closet but only like – and wear – three or four pairs of them,” Long said.“The secret is, you don’t have to buy a lot if you buy the right things. Jimmy Long
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and Bill’s Khakis. “So many guys have 15 pairs of khakis in their closet but only like – and wear – three or four pairs of them,” Long said.“The secret is, you don’t have to buy a lot if you buy the right things. Yarber said quarter-zip vest pullovers become more popular every year. Offered in wool and polyester, the pullovers are ideal to slip on under a sport coat, or even over a T-shirt with a pair of jeans. “Color wise we’re seeing a lot of purples, rusts, and oranges,” he said. “Our Southern Tide sport Tshirts are big from junior high school on up.” MLM offers hand-made neck ties from Italy and England, as well as timeless button-down dress shirts
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sweaters. Just go with the flow of the season.” Khalua Bates, 50, Tupelo
“My jackets and sweaters and heavy pants. I move my summer wardrobe to the back and pull my winter wardrobe to the front. I like the change.”
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“My boots and my leggings. Leggings are so comfortable, my favorite things, and I love boots. Boots and leggings go together.” Catherine Cottingham, 24, Saltillo
“Probably buttondown shirts, and definitely sweaters. I like to wear a lot of Polos.” Terrance Riles, 21, New Albany
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“I guess “They’re my winter not sweatdresses. I’m shirts and tired of my they’re not summer fancy clothes. I like to change sweaters. They’re good with the seasons.” sports sweaters that I like to wear to a ball game or out Rhonda Porter, 65, Tupelo and around.” “Sweaters. Doug Jenkins, 42, Tupelo I love “I wear pullover my hats sweaters. and my They’re just jackets and so comfortable. But no my turtlenecks.”