Fall is here and the lines have been drawn back to the future with metallics and cute booties to accentuate the animal prints which are back in a big way this season. The inspiration of the fall is a throwback to the 1980s with menswear inspired jackets, fitted pants and billowy blouses. Autumn, with its brilliant colors, has designers using shades of brown in their designs with the classics. Conservative and asymetrical with a bit of bling makes the statement for the fall.
Animal prints are in vogue and are on dresses, skirts, pants and coats. The colors are not just in the traditional brown and black for leopard and white and black for zebra stripe, but in an amazing array of hues which give it a more modern look. Veronica Beard has introduced a shirred skirt and dress which highlights the trend. (Veronica Beard has recently opened up in the Americana Manhasset)
Sheen is back in the fabrics used. High shine leathers, metallics and patent materials give outfits a futuristic appearance. Fringe is key in completing the look, with beading accenting most outfits.
Hemlines for dresses and skirts are low, running from knee to mid calf, and necklines are high, reflecting a modest look. Most fashion outfits had a tailored look, with fabrics caressing the body with a more fitted look. Blouses have a romantic streak with prim shirts and flowy boho tops giving a bohemian look to brandish with your favorite pair of jeans.
The western cowboy look has come back with the prairie dresses and blouses, complemented with authentic cowboy boots and neckerchiefs.
The long lean look of the spaghetti western can be updated with hip boots, trousers and western shirts.
Coats are bulky, hiding the conservative cut of outfits. Stylized shiny futuristic raincoats are all the rage. Tweed jackets, which are oversized, finish an outfit with statement headwear; Baker Boy hats or knit balaclavas that cradle your head are back to keep you toasty warm for the winter.
Get your wardrobe ready for fall with the hottest looks from designers like Veronica Beard.
Visit Veronica Beard’s storefront at the Americana Manhasset, located at 2060 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, or shop the collection online at www.veronicabeard.com.
