Bay Area Fashionista

Color blocking continues for fall 2013

One of the biggest trends of 2012 was color blocking. This trend was huge on the runways, and consumers responded well to the look. This made color blocking even bigger on the streets than the catwalk. Since color blocking was so well-received on the street, designers have been having fun with the trend and it has continued to have its’ place on the runways in 2013 and for the fall/winter 2013/2014 season.

Color blocking has not changed in execution for fall 2013. While the colors for fall may be darker than what we have seen from designers over the past two years, the way we color block is not changing. Color blocked items such as shoes and handbags are still important as we head into fall 2013. Wearing two solid color separates together which are offer contrasting hues are still relevant. Fabrics which feature color blocking in large, geometric patterns or giant stripes are also still at the forefront of fashion. This makes wearing the trend easy for Fashionistas who have been color blocking over the past two years.

There is one difference for fall 2013 which may make fashion-savvy dressers everywhere run to the mall for new separates to color block, or new color blocked accessories; the color palette has changed. While shades such as orange, red, cobalt blue, emerald green and navy are still relevant for fall 2013, traditional autumn hues and winter hues are important for the cool weather season too.

Color blocking is being shown in black/white as well as with dark neutrals and dark colors. The darker colors we are seeing for fall 2013 include burgundy, deep forest green, navy, dark purple, shades of wine, dark fuchsia, cobalt and charcoal. The neutral, brown hues being shown for fall include chocolate brown and pale beige. White is also huge for fall and of course, need I say it? Classic black.

So for fall 2013, do not be afraid to thrown on contrasting colors and continue color blocking. The one thing to remember is that fall 2013 is darker than fall 2012 and color blocking should reflect that color trend. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous

The key to a casual summer

July is always an interesting month. The weather hovers in the 80’s and 90’s while stores begin to stock fall merchandise designed to keep you warm when temperatures fall below 50 degrees. As my eyes grow accustomed to a fall color palette due to my line of work, I start looking for warm weather clothing in colors which blend well with fall. This dress caught my eye at Target. For only $29.99 I could have a lightweight summer dress in a beautiful fall hue. Love! I also knew right away it would be perfect to pair with Twisted Silver’s new “Key” necklace.

Twisted Silver’s new “Key” necklace is a long, casual necklace which features an authentic vintage skeleton key. I love long necklaces in the summer because they spice up warm weather, casual ensembles. Summer is always a difficult season for dressing since the weather is so hot! Twisted Silver’s new “Key” necklace is the ultimate key to adding style during the summer when wearing lightweight, warm weather clothing. Love!

Since we have fog in the morning here in the San Francisco Bay Area, this denim jacket topped off the casual look. Of course, the jacket comes off as soon as the fog burns off and temperatures soar past 80 degrees!

Twisted Silver’s “Key” necklace is online at Twisted-Silver.com. Use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous

Outfit details:
Jacket: AG Jeans
Dress: Converse
Earrings: John Hardy
Necklace: c/o Twisted Silver “Key” necklace
Lipstick: c/o Laura Mercier “Girly”
Handbag: Coach fall 2013 color “gunmetal” Summer sale colors here.
Nail Polish: Chanel Azure
Bracelets: c/o Twisted Silver
Leather wrap bracelet: Tory Burch (not online) similar here.
Shoes: Michael Kors (on sale!!!)
Toe nail polish: Chanel Fracas

What you cannot see:
Fragrance: c/o Seth Kornegay “Petra”

Fall 2013 fashion trends: black and white continues

Black and white is a classic and natural color combination. Although traditionally thought of for spring, black and white together is one of fall 2013’s hottest trends from the runway. And you thought you couldn’t wear white after Labor Day?! Ha!

Black and white worn together was spotted all over the runways for fall/winter 2013/2014. This classic color combo has shown itself in every way possible for fall including prints, color blocking, stripes and more. Designers have even created handbags and shoes which feature both black and white. Many shoes and handbags for fall are being shown in white with black piping; or vise-versa. The combination evokes a vintage, 1960’s “Go-Go” vibe, yet many of the silhouettes are more reminiscent of the 1970’s and early 1990’s. If you have been wearing black and white through the spring and summer seasons, there is an easy way to spice up the color combination for the fall 2013 season; with sparkle! One of the big trends from the runways was sparkle. While this trend has been around for a few years, it is an easy way to update a black and white look you may have sitting in your closet from a past season. Sparkling tights can update a black and white striped dress from spring. A black cardigan with silver threading can update a black and white ensemble from summer. All it takes is one piece with sparkle and voila! You are hot for fall

Another trend which has been around and is continuing into fall 2013 is the rocker-chic trend. This trend has merged with the black and white trend for fall 2013. You will find many handbags and shoes studded with silver spikes, studs and crystals. This is a new way to wear black and white for fall 2013 and also an easy way to incorporate the color combo into the emerging grunge trend. Yes, I said grunge again.

The key points to remember when wearing the black and white trend this fall are which decade to look for in each piece. Shoes and handbags are being shown in 1960’s and 1970’s silhouettes; they also tend to be color blocked or piped. Apparel is softer and there is a big 1970’s and early 1990’s influence. Look for baby doll dresses, wide leg trousers, soft flowing skirts, sparkling tights, studded everything, fringe and fabulous t-strap shoes color blocked in black and white. It is almost as if the lead singer of a heavy metal band went into a thrift store, purchased a bunch of black and white items, and then added some spikes to them.

So make sure you download Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and Nirvana from your CD collection onto your iPod. When you’re done, come back here and check out the shopping widget below with “Jeremy” playing in the background. I have assembled together a few fabulous black and white items for fall 2013. Hope you love them! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous

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