Leaves are falling and the air is getting crisper.
Tans are fading and, thankfully, so is the sunburn. Get ready folks… It's officially autumn and soon winter will be here.
For some it is a sad realisation, but I love autumn. It is my favourite season. Perhaps the biggest reason I love the cool change so much is, well, the fashion! Long pants and warm jumpers are just my 'cup of Earl Grey'.
I'm more than ready to bring out the winter woollies and pack away the bikinis. If you're feeling a bit unsure about how to augment your winter wardrobe, don’t fear, I'm here - guiding and providing you with excellent advice on three key trends:
Fab Flares
I am going to be honest - I'm a jeans girl, always have been. And I will continue to adore jeans forevermore. Right now there are countless options and an extraordinary array of styles to choose from. My current obsession is flared jeans. I know some of the older readers will be cringing at this point… the 70s are back in style! Well believe it because I sure do.
Rollas' Eastcoast Flares are a must have. They are so flattering, comfy and pretty groovy, if I do say so myself.
I am thankful to own two pairs! Both are corduroy (I know, more cringing). I own the lavender cord and vanilla cord. The vanilla cord is a creamish colour (a key shade this season) and I literally wear them with everything because they are so versatile, spice up my outfits and add a bit of flair (ha, get it?). The lavender cord is more of a statement pant and coincidentally always draws compliments. If you feel that your jean game needs a boost, I encourage you to invest in a pair of Rollas Eastcoast Flares pronto. They have a generous selection of interesting colours, so take your pick! And if you are lucky you may be able to do some digging in the back of your mum's closet to find a ‘vintage pair’ of flares. This worked a like a charm for me - I uncovered a 20 year old pair purchased in Paris!
Toasty Turtlenecks
My second “must-have" is a cosy, knit jumper, specifically turtlenecks. I used to always think this type of high-neck style was such a ‘grandma look’ but I have come to realise that a chunky turtleneck can turn a boring outfit into an admirable one. Plus it's bang on trend, especially if you choose a cropped design. Recently I purchased an electric blue version from Zara. It is so cosy and keeps my neck nice and toasty. Normally I go for paler colours in my jumpers, but bright, fun colours are making a splash right now and they bring a burst of happiness to the dull winters. Turtlenecks also provide a sense of elegance and make you appear more put-together and mature (think Audrey Hepburn or Lady Diana). Step out of your comfort zone and try out a snuggly and fashionable form of this classic.
Sensational Scarves
Another neck warmer is the dependable scarf! Not only is it a practical accessory but a stylish one if you invest in a statement piece. They are so easy to quickly throw on if it's a bit chilly and they are the icing on the cake for a basic outfit. Personally, I think scarves are immensely underrated. Picture French and Italian chic in your head and you’ll be dashing out to commence your scarf hunt.
Cotton On has $20 scarves that come in pretty, aesthetic, designs. I have a newly-purchased one proudly hanging in my wardrobe. Also, I am planning on knitting my own (here's hoping that turns out well). So if you aren’t quite ready to buy your own scarf you can DIY, just like me. (HONOUR MITCHELL)
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