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Boxy handbags for fall 2015

boxy satchels for fall 2015

 

Pictured from top left: black box bag (under $300!)/ lips box bag / green box bag / burgundy boxy satchel / black boxy satchel / pink bag inside a black boxy satchel

Fall 2015 has an answer to those who are not really into the bucket bag trend; the boxy satchel trend. Box bags and boxy satchels are a hot trend for the fall 2015 season. They are the alter ego to the relaxed, slouchy, drawstring bag trend which has reigned supreme over the past few seasons. 

While a drawstring bucket bag looks fabulous with a casual ensemble on Saturday afternoon, it does not compliment a structured look during the week, when dressed for the office, the theater, or dinner. Fall 2015 has brought us the perfect answer to this handbag dilemma; the boxy satchel.

Box-like bags for fall 2015 are being shown in two distinct forms; the medium satchel, and the small boxy bag.

Medium boxy satchels, in rectangular and square forms, are ideal for the office, and daytime events. They have a wide width, allowing them to be stuffed to the brim with everything plus the kitchen sink. Boxy satchels offer two top handles, a roomy interior, oftentimes they offer multiple sections, and a neat, structured look for structured attire. Love that!

Fall 2015’s box bags are smaller in stature than their boxy satchels sisters, and beg to be carried to fundraisers, dinners, and more formal affairs. Box bags can be found in small, or mini sizes, in both casual, and formal forms. These smaller box bags tend to offer one top handle, and sometimes will feature a detachable shoulder strap. They can be found in one color, bi-color, decorated with kitschy words or pictures, or embellished with jewels, beadwork, and more! The embellished versions are like boho-chic meets uptown flair. Love it!

Boxy satchels and box bags offer a vintage vibe for fall 2015, reminiscent of the 1950’s and 1960’s. They transcend decades when paired with this season’s 1970’s styles, or an a-line miniskirt or flippy skirt.

What do you think of this emerging trend in handbags? Will you seek one out to use as your alternative this fall to your beloved bucket bag?

Box bags and boxy satchels for fall 2015:


Patchwork for fall 2015

patchwork trend fall 2015

 

From left: denim dress / boots / dress / shawl / pumps

Let’s get patchy for fall! That’s right! The 1970’s trend is back. This means patchwork apparel, and accessories, are hotter than hot for the fall 2015 season. Love that!

Patches are a fun trend for the fall season. They allow you mix and match patterns, colors, and textures you normally would not put together. This trend is not for the matchy-matchy girl!

You can find patches on everything imaginable for fall; or, you can head down to the fabric store, buy a few scraps or remnants, and put a few patches on an old pair of boyfriend jeans, a denim jacket. . .the possibilities are endless! Patches = fun!

Some designers are showing haphazard patches for fall, while others are showing more organized patchwork; such as the dress in the middle of the graphic above. Organized patchwork is fabulous for a casual office atmosphere, or night on the town. Haphazard patchwork is ideal for weekends, and every fun activity you can think of!

I have a vintage blouse from the 1970’s which is patchwork; you can read the story behind it here. I would also love to add one or two denim patchwork pieces to my autumn wardrobe. What do you think of the patchwork trend for fall? Will you patch up?

Patchwork pieces for fall:


ModCloth Fit Shop San Francisco

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Pictured from top:

1) ModCloth Fit Shop store front at 222 Grant Ave., San Francisco. 

2) Dresses from left: red dress, red plaid sweater, navy dress, red/navy print dress, floral dress, cranberry dress, plum print flowing dress 

3) Store window

4) Peacock pumps

5) Store window

6 & 7) Houndstooth dress, cat purse

8) Fitting room pics from top left: dress, tank top, lace top, plaid skirt, navy top.

ModCloth has opened a new pop-up Fit Shop for a limited time in San Francisco at 222 Grant Avenue. This exciting concept allows shoppers to work one-on-one with a personal fit stylist who not only helps you find the perfect ensembles, she sets you up in a fitting room, assists you with sizes, and she can even measure you to find out your perfect fit! Love that!

Since ModCloth is an online retailer, the Fit Shop is a great way to try on their clothing before you buy something online. If you have never tried ModCoth before, this is a great way to acquaint yourself with their clothing, and see what your size would be in their apparel. This will enable you in the future to be able to shop on ModCloth.com easily! Now THAT is fabulous 😉

I have never shopped from ModCloth before, so when I was invited to check out the store, I was excited to see what they had to offer. As expected, the clothing has a vintage, feminine feel. I loved the vibe of the store, and the wide selection. My Fit Stylist Ashley, was amazing to work with. She was extremely helpful, and knowledgeable. I had my kids with me, and she was very patient with them too; which is fabulous!

Ashley set me up with a room filled with my selections. She also brought me a few extra items to help me create complete outfits. She read my taste like a book! She brought me a fabulous navy top, which I instantly fell in love with!

The concept of the store is to enable shoppers to work with a Fit Stylist who can assist you in finding looks from their online store. While the jewelry, vintage tee’s, and select vintage apparel is available for immediate purchase, everything in the store you try on is a sample. If you like what you try on, your Fit Stylist will order the items for you, and they will be delivered right to your doorstep. This is a nice touch when you are in downtown San Francisco. After all, no-one wants to carry shopping bags around downtown; especially if you have to take BART, Cal Train or Muni home! Can we say clumsy?!!

After visiting ModCloth’s Fit Shop, I now know my size; and I will be able to easily order from the website in the future. If you like ModCloth, or have never ordered from them before, a visit to the Fit Shop is a must!

The ModCloth Fit Shop will be located at 222 Grant Ave., San Francisco, CA, until August 17, 2015. To make an appointment, please call 1-844-FITSHOP or book online here.

My favorites from the ModCloth Fit Shop for fall: