Suede, nubuck and faux-suede handbags for fall 2014

There is a new handbag trend in town; and this one takes a cue from vintage handbag styles of the 1970s. Suede, nubuck and faux-suede are popping up on handbags for fall 2014; and this trend is proving to be the hottest up-and-comer since the mini bag. While fringe, mini-satchels and backpacks all have their place in fall the 2014 handbag line-up; the suede handbag is the unexpected star of the pack. The soft, inviting fabrication offers vintage appeal while offering a fresh alternative to the basic leather, faux leather, exotic skins and canvas we have been seeing on handbags over the past decade.

Suede, and suede-like fabrications including nubuck, faux-suede and ultra-suede, offer a casual, relaxed vibe which is welcome in the world right now. As un-fussy handbags have moved to the forefront of fashion, sans logos and extra finishes, suede offers texture to a simple style while adding warmth and remaining understated.

In addition to adding depth to an understated handbag style, suede also adds an authentic vintage feel to fringe handbags; another nod to the 1970s. Designers are also using suede, and suede-like fabrics, for blocking and trim on handbags. This adds dimension and texture without always adding a contrasting color to a bag.

Since suede is casual in nature, this is a great trend to have some fun with during the fall season. Look for fall 2014 colors such as dark teal, hunter green, brown, black, grey and luxurious deep purple. These colors will work well with autumn’s overall color palette and add an instant update to your wardrobe. Love that!

I found a few fabulous suede, nubuck, faux-suede and ultrasuede handbags around the web and assembled into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Chanel Atmosphere nail polish for fall 2014 review

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Pictured: Chanel Atmosphere nail polish from the fall 2014 beauty collection. Shown with two coats of color, one base coat and no top coat. Photo taken in mid-morning, direct sun. 2014©

Chanel “Atmosphere” is one of two nude nail polish colors from Chanel’s fall 2014 beauty collection. This fresh twist on a nude nail color offers the bare sleekness of a nude, with the spicy flair of a pink iridescent overlay. The result is a versatile, pale hue which plays well with all color palettes and prints during any season. Love that!

Chanel “Atmosphere” nail polish is a sheer nail color which allows any nail imperfections you have to show through. For more nail coverage, I would recommend using one coat of a pale pink or white nail polish underneath “Atmosphere” in order to cover up any discolorations on your nail or to cover the tips of your nails.

I tested out Chanel “Atmosphere” for one week and the nail polish held up really well. I only received one chip on my thumb over the course of seven days. Love it!

“Atmosphere” nail polish by Chanel is a great nail polish color to try if you have always wanted to try a nude nail polish but felt like the colors available were too pale or downright boring. The iridescent finish on Chanel “Atmosphere” nail polish makes the overall color interesting and less like a traditional nude nail polish which is generally a flat pale pink or beige.

Chanel “Atmosphere” nail polish from the fall 2014 beauty collection can be found online here and here.

Ombre dress

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Pictured: Dress: ASOS / Earrings: Margaret Elizabeth / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabanna “Petal” / Bracelets: Margaret Elizabeth / Nail Polish: Chanel “Atmosphere” / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel / Shoes: SixtySeven

The summer months always call for comfortable and cool clothing. One of my favorite articles of clothing to wear during the summertime is a dress. This casual, ombre tee-shirt dress, is a great choice for hot summer days. It is lightweight and soft, like a tee-shirt, yet offers an edgy touch with the ombre finish and unfinished hems. I can see myself wearing it all summer long; both dressed up, as in the above photos, or relaxed with flip-flops and a ponytail.

What are your favorite peices to wear on hot summer days?