my favorite fall finds

Fall Is One Of My Favorite Times

of year to update my wardrobe. It probably started with all the excitement surrounding back-to-school shopping. Many retailers unveil their fall merchandise at the beginning of the season. Here are some of my favorite fall finds.

Floral Prints

Normally when you think of floral prints you think of them as being pieces you would add to your spring and summer wardrobes. This year, vintage flowers are taking over for fall. I love this black floral because it is a flattering shape and has adorable bell sleeves. Make sure to look for more muted colors that are not too summery.

Plaid Shirts

Plaid shirts are a fall and winter staple year after year. This year, the plaid print is more of a ‘70s style pattern. I love this one that has mixed prints and is a high-low hem. Find something with a mustardy yellow that was so popular in the ‘70s. A plaid shirt is the perfect everyday top and looks great with vests later in the season.

Layered Tops

I love layering, especially with tops. When you start layering, keep it basic. Just add a sweater to a top. Another way I love to layer is finding a longer cami and wearing something with a shorter hem on top of it. Adding layers can be a great way to take a look from day to night. Do not be afraid to mix colors while layering. I really like this top because it is one piece but already has a layered look.

mid-length pleated skirts

This style of skirt is perfect in many different fabrics. Designers are beginning to use velvet with their pleated skirts this fall, which is a fun, new change. You cannot go wrong with a chiffon-like fabric in this style either. It’s not just a look for dressing up; it’s a great opportunity to mix styles. Pair it with your favorite sneakers, t-shirt or bomber jacket.

High Waist Jeans

A pair of high waist jeans is great thing to invest in for fall. With the weather starting to cool down, you will get a lot of use out of these in the coming months. Make sure to get a pair that fits well. Some jeans stretch out more than others so that will affect how you should get them to fit at first. Do not be afraid to get them tailored. You can get a lot of use out of a pair of jeans, so having one great-fitting pair is important.

Perforated Leather Boots

These styles of boots are great because they transition well from summer to fall. Most perforated leather boots can be worn with skirts, capris and jeans --¬ making them a great closet staple. Grey and light brown are great colors to look for in this boot style. Make sure to check out Pink and Navy Stripes for some more ideas on how to style these and where to find them.

Locally

The Story Behind The Story The Builder

nyone can build a house, but HERITAGE HOMES BUILDS A HOME.

It all started back in 1998. Heritage Homes began building dream homes with only three homes the first year. Now, 20 years later, they are exceeding well over 60 homes a year.

“We hold ourselves to the highest standards in caring for our clients, team members and community. Our commitment to quality, value and integrity is the underlying foundation upon which we have built Heritage Homes," says Tyrone Leslie, owner of Heritage Homes.

Specializing in making the homebuilding journey the most enjoyable and stress-free experience, Heritage Homes reveals they build the most livable home for your money while working with their passionate, genuine and energetic team. Their “HomeCare” program takes you beyond closing day, and the premium materials their trusted trade partners use make them one of the area’s most well respected homebuilders.

WHY Heritage Homes?

What makes them stand out from all other homebuilders in the FM area?

To start with they are North Dakota’s only woman-centric homebuilder. What does this mean? The “Woman-Centric Matters” approach is derived from customer feedback as well as real-life experiences. This philosophy was developed by Design Basics, LLC out of Omaha, Nebraska, to enhance the livability in the home and have a new understanding and appreciation for women’s preferences in the home. Using this strategy, Heritage Homes designs a home that fits your needs concentrating on the four lenses which are a crucial part to designing a home that suits your lifestyle.

the FOUR LENSES:

1. Grand entertaining areas

2. Plenty of storage

3. Flexible living

4. Space to de-stress

Another feature and benefit to the woman-centric approach is every client takes the “Finally About Me” quiz to discover their personality type (found on heritagefargo.com). There are four personalities: Margo, Elise, Claire and Maggie.

Let’s start with MARGO. Margo loves to demonstrate her personality. She loves clean lines and is energized by her work. She wants what’s new, innovative and trending. Margo believes “my home is unique” and is confident in her choices.

Next up is ELISE. Elise is traditional in every sense, she works for her family and wants function over form. She thinks about how her family fits in the home. She wants structure, storage and lots of organization. Elise believes “my home is my haven.”

Moving onto CLAIRE. Claire is formal and status driven. She loves formal dining with sophistication and a polished look. She appreciates brand names and quality. Born detailed-oriented and unable to help it, Claire believes “my home makes a statement” and wants to “wow” her guests.

Last, but not least we have MAGGIE. Maggie is casual, carefree, comfortable and the most environmentally “green” of the four. She wants simple and easy, so she can enjoy her time doing activities she loves. She has a free spirit and a creative mind. Maggie believes “my home is carefree” and wants everyone to have a good time.

Research shows that women have the primary influence in the vast majority of new home decisions, which had been Design Basics’ primary focus since 2003. Since great communication is at the center of Heritage Homes’ customer journey, they know you can’t have a great home without having had a great homebuilding experience. This is why it is so important for them to take all measures necessary to stay ahead of the industry and ensure the homebuilding experience is easy and stress-free.

Our new home specialists and project coordinator walk through every step of our design center with you. it is a great blend of education, display and a revolving door of innovation.”

can we say TRENDSETTER?

When it comes to the latest trends, Heritage Homes is always ahead of the industry. The company is proud of being the FM area’s design leader, having introduced so many amenities, like family foyer entries from the garage complete with benches, lockers, and drop zones to de-clutter the kitchen. Pet centers, travel centers, and work-in (not walk-in) pantries have all received rave reviews. Many of these ideas are now industry standards when designing and building a new home.

You will meet one of Heritage Homes’ new home specialists who take great pride in educating prospective home buyers, so you are empowered to make the best decisions. The drive and passion from the team to constantly move forward and improve the homebuilding experience is a true showcase of the teams’ talents and dedication. Their built-in design center is far more adaptable and user friendly than ever before. Right in their office you can touch, see and feel almost all your

Heritage Homes has a profound impact on the FM area. We choose to be different. We design homes around the family, looking at the four lenses using the woman-centric approach. It is who we are as a company, our team and our approach that really set us apart.” home options giving clients a hands-on experience. The drive to keep ahead of the curve with innovative updates and constant need for improvement makes the design center a truly exciting experience.

Customization is key and Heritage Homes has you covered. They can take any floor plan and customize it to a single family, two-story, rambler and now — the new multi-generational home. This is a new movement in the industry and Heritage Homes is finding there is a large demand for multi-gen homes (defined as two or more adult generations along with children present in the home). They are excited to explore this new territory and offer even more options and customization than ever before. There are so many different scenarios of why this floor plan is important. It’s not just aging parents moving in with their adult children.

Sometimes, it’s the adult children moving back in with their parents, such as after graduation from college or perhaps a marriage that didn’t work out. It can be a widowed sibling moving in, or maybe there’s a need to accommodate a live-in caretaker. And, there are friends who want to purchase a home together rather than settling for apartments or an independent living community.

Though the recipient of the “Best Home Builder in the Red River Valley” award for six consecutive years (2011-2016), owner Tyrone Leslie is not content with simply resting on Heritage Homes’ past successes. A record 60.6 million Americans live in multi-generational households, according to an August 2016 Pew Research Center report. Heritage Homes is adding multi-gen floor plans to their collection. “We are excited and proud to announce this new endeavor,” says Leslie.