Trend: Puffer

As we head into the weekend (and as it's still hot outside), the thought of wearing a down jacket right now is frightening. Here's the deal though.... companies and designers are already shipping fall/winter. If you want the good stuff, you better buy it now. 

One of the more practical trends this year is a puffer coat. They're the warmest outwear made and now designers have put a fashionable spin on them. 

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Trend: Blanket Capes

The bigger, bulkier, and more overbearing the better. Blanket-like capes were shown left and right on the Fall runways. The stand-out was definitely the Burberry wrap Cara Delevingne wore that has since been seen on Olivia Palermo. 

I'm also quite obsessed with this Chloe Pre-Fall look.

Cape: Net-a-Porter  |  similar shoes: Free People

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Trend: Draped Trench

Putting a new spin on an old classic, grab a trench coat (start by looking in your grandfather's closet). Wear it open with distressed denim (either shorts or jeans) and you've got a look that's fresh and fashionable. 

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This is a trickle-up trend that was inspired by the street-stylers. Who What Wear also did a feature yesterday on Unexpectedly Cool Ways to Wear a Trench Coat. 

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Trend: Vests

Invest in a vest and make it a structured one. Wear it on warmer days opened with a sleeveless top under it. Wear it later layered over a sweater with a skirt. 

Check out my Pinterest board for more inspiration on how to wear a vest. 

She's looking fierce in her wrap skirt and vest. 

t-shirt: Nordstrom  |  skirt: BCBG  |  vest: Intermix  |  bag: ASOS  |  shoes: Rag & Bone  | sunglasses: Moorea Seal

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Trend: wide-leg trousers

We can all stop holding our breath while we attempt to zip our pants. Skinny pants are out. Wide leg trousers are in! 

I loved this look Mary of Happily Grey recently wore for NYFW. 

If you follow me on instagram, you saw this illustration come to life here. 

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Trend: white on white

Yes, you CAN wear white after Labor Day. Yes, you CAN wear white jeans after Labor Day. It's simple. 

Execute the look with the following pairings (click on the link for an inspirational photo):

-a white dress paired with booties

-white jeans paired with booties (or flats) and a plaid shirt (or scarf)

-a head-to-toe monochromatic look

Keep in mind that it's all in the fabrication. While I think you can wear white after Labor Day, maybe not white linen. 

This look started out inspired by this photo I found on Pinterest, but I added the Kristin Cavallari "Laurel" Bootie and this fab clutch. 

similar dress: Theory  |  clutch: Henri Bendel  |  shoes: Kristin Cavallari (Nordstrom)

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Introducing the 2015 Planner

We're interrupting The September Issue to bring you the 2015 planner! Yes, it is finally available here. 

From Paris to Rome, New York to being home for the holidays, this year's planner is designed with the jet-setter in mind. It includes scenes from the most famous places to in the world to some of my favorite places to visit. 

January was (loosely) inspired by Versailles and the Hall of Mirrors, though I'm quite sure it doesn't look exactly like this. 

February is capturing a selfie moment in front of the iconic Love sign in New York City. 

March, we stay in NYC and take in the view from a fabulous rooftop. 

In April, we're crossing the pond to visit the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. 

May is highlighting something I've actually done, riding bikes through Central Park in NYC. Here, she's stopped in front of the Bethesda Fountain (also my part of my favorite scene in One Fine Day when they're running through the park to get to the soccer game).

June is all about the heat of summer and indulging in a sweet treat c/o the ice cream truck. 

July is iconically American. Whether you're lakeside or beachside, wear your stars and stripes with pride.

August hops back over to Paris sightseeing in front of one of the most famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower. 

September stays overseas making the trek to London. While you're there you have to take a photo with the guards in front of the Buckingham Palace gates. 

October takes us to Rome to visit the Colosseum, a place I've never been but am hoping to visit one day. 

November is also somewhere I've never been, Amsterdam. It wasn't really on my radar until The Fault in Our Stars came out (and I sobbed the whole way through). 

December brings us back home for the holidays where  you hopefully get to spend time with family and friends (and ring in the new year in style). 

Click here to see the entire planner cover to cover  

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Culottes

One of my favorite runways for Spring 2015 was Tibi (if you follow me on instagram, you already got a sneak peak of this illustration). It's effortless and wearable with a touch of avant-garde in the Pharrell-sized hats. It also is a continuation of one of the biggest trends for Fall, culottes. Go ahead and invest in a pair - they're not going anywhere anytime soon. 

Tip for wearing culottes: go up a size. You don't want these to be tight. The looser, the more flattering. 

Alos, check out my [ fall trends ] '14 Pinterest board for more inspiration on how to wear the look.

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Trend: Checked Out

One of the easiest patterns to wear in the fall is plaid. Lucky for you, this classic pattern is also a major trend this season. Throw on a plaid shirt and distressed denim and you're on point. Make it more streamlined with a check blazer or dress. Still not sure about the trend? Ease into it with a check handbag or other accessory. 

I instantly fell in love with this ladylike dress Christina of The Quarter Life Closet wore to a fashion week party in New York. 

Dress: Whistles  |  Bag: Loeffler Randall  |  Shoes: Gianvito Rossi

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Trend: Denim on Denim

We've been discussing the "60s meets 90s" for fall. Today, we're switching gears to the '90s...

This trend, along with most of fashion (in my opinion), is just as much inspired by what's happening on the sidewalk as what's on the catwalk. Street style has become a huge movement in fashion and it's not slowing down anytime soon. 

Denim on denim is a tough look to pull off, but when Olivia Palermo does it, we should all take note. She's the picture of ladylike femininity and pulls off this edgier look effortlessly (see this illustration come to life in my video from instagram).   

Be sure to check out my [ fall trends ] Pinterest board for inspiration on how to wear this trend and all the other big trends for this season.

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Trend: 60s

Yesterday, we discussed the "'60s meets '90s" feel for Fall. Today, we're focusing on the '60s...

With A-line silhouettes, bold prints and go-go boots for all, heavy hitters like Valentino, Gucci, Saint Laurent and Louis Vuitton were all taking it back to the hippie era. Invest in an A-line dress or skirt that you can wear with flats or boots, something you can wear to the office or out on the town. 

[  Valentino dress (similar/much cheaper version here)  |  Valentino booties  ]

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Trend: Mod Minis

I don't know about you, but some of the trends for Fall are reminding me of my middle school days. First it was Birkenstocks. Now, it's mini skirts and knee highs... it's all hitting close to home. Whether it started in the 60s and reemerged in the 90s, it feels 90s to me. 

On the heels of yesterday's post, style a mini with a similar oversized cable knit for an ultra chic look. Bonus points if you pair it with knee high boots or flat pointed oxfords (more on shoes later). 

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Trend: Skirts & Sweaters

If you follow me on instagram, you already saw a sneak peak of this illustration in these three videos (one, two, three). It's one of the most fab bloggers, Aimee Song of Song of Style, from the streets of New York (as seen on @portermagazine). She's wearing one of key looks for fall, an oversized sweater with a skirt. Sounds simple, right? Bloggers, celebrities and street stylers are wearing this look with every shape skirt imaginable. I prefer it with something more fitted like Aimee's BCBG fluted hem skirt. 

sweater/shirt combo  |  skirt  |  shoes

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Trend: Wrap Skirts

A major style that was shown in nearly every fall collection is the wrap skirt. Shown in all lengths (maxi, midi and mini) it's a piece to purchase now. Pair it with a lightweight blouse while it's still hot outside; trade the blouse for an oversized sweater when it gets colder. 

In my humble opinion, it's the ultimate choice in terms of being flattering. The asymmetry of the hemline doesn't cut you off like a straight hem. 

Good news, as the Spring 2015 collections are currently being shown at NYFW, this style is still relevant. It's a trend that has staying power as designers are reintroducing it for next season. 

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Trend: Blush

Let't talk fall fashion. While the Spring 2015 shows are underway, let's start with the here and now, fall. What should you be buying to wear in the coming months? What colors are big? What is the new handbag style? We'll be covering all of this and much much more in The September Issue right here. 

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She's off to NYFW! Her train just arrived at Grand Central Station and she's photo ready for the street style photographers. She's wearing one of the big color trends for fall, BLUSH. Wear it now with a nude shoe; wear it later with a jacket draped over your shoulders.

File this one under buy now/wear now. And be sure to follow my Pinterest board [ fall trends ] '14 for expanded coverage and daily picks on the latest trends. 

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Nashville Lifestyles September Issue

Let's kick off The September Issue with a little feature in a local September issue. I'm beyond flattered to have been selected as a Nashville "Style Setter" by Nashville Lifestyles magazine. 

You can either pick up the magazine at a local newstand, purchase it online here or read the online article here. 

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The September Issue

shoes  |  coat  |  scarf  |  sunglasses  |  bracelet  |  bag  |  sweatshirt  |  hat

It's back by popular demand. Stay tuned all month as we take fall fashion from the catwalk to the sidewalk.  

We will be covering what to wear now and what to store for later. Consider it your ultimate guide to fall shopping.