Fall

from Glo - August 2019

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Fashion Preview

By Lauren Caggiano

Hello, (almost) fall! Are you ready for cooler temperatures, bonfires, vampy lip colors and pumpkin-spiced everything? Your wardrobe should also reflect the seasonal change. Local boutique owners share how to go from summer fab to fall fashionista in no time at all.

Self Love & Style

Arika App with Self Love & Style said fall 2019 is all about retro vibes

“The predicted style trends for fall 2019 are a beautiful mix of 1970s vintage meets 1990s grunge,” she said. “We’re likely going to see the biggest style trends this season take on characteristics from both of these decades.”

For instance, she suggested incorporating the staple turtleneck, long jackets and blazers, kimonos and high-waisted flare pants (long and short). Warm earthy color tones, knitwear, fleece and small pops of fringe are winning combinations in her opinion.

Susan Johnson with Susan’s Fashions in Fort Wayne agreed. She says that autumn leaf color scheme is popular as evidenced by their fall merchandise. The same goes for animal prints and puffy jackets. In other words, fall 2019 is not the season to hold back on personality.

For example, if the casual look is more your thing, no fear. “Some of the ‘90s trends coming back this fall include a grunge casual look,” said App. “This includes ripped jeans, band T-shirts, oversized clothing and lots of denim and plaids.”

According to App, other non-decade specific trends for fall include the “unisex” styles and menswear for women, such as oversized trousers, denim, jumpsuits, T-shirts, jackets and blazers. Ruffles will be having a moment, too, she added. It’s the best of utilitarian simplicity and feminine softness.

Necklines are another means to express one’s self, and Emma Marie Metcalf with Lyn-Maree’s Boutique in Auburn said it’s time for a change when it comes to one detail in particular.

“The biggest change I am seeing from last fall to this fall is the necklines,” she said. “Off-the-shoulder was just starting to hit around here last year and will continue, but we will start seeing much more dramatic necklines with hard asymmetrical and square looks.”

Speaking of drama, she anticipates that attention-grabbing hues like purple, gold and other metallics will be dominating the racks. She agreed with App that the 1970s are still influencing today’s looks. Think oranges, browns and forest greens, she said.

Beyond color, Metcalf said belted suits, capes and long trench coats are on-trend. To further capture attention, look to silks, satins, feather, fur, tartan, tweed, dark backed florals and leopard print.

To pull it all together, don’t forget the icing on the cake: accessories. Belts, hats, small handbags and clutches will be the looks du jour.