fall into fashioN

Kristina Styled It!

Fall fashion season is just around the corner. Are you prepared? Let’s get ahead of the game with some tips that will take your basic fall looks to the next level.

KNOW YOUR PERSONAL STYLE: This can be a combination of different styles or a specific one that reflects your personality. Your personal style will set you apart from the rest.

KNOW YOUR BODY TYPE! Opt for staples that accentuate your body. If you are unsure of your body type, there are various ways to determine your body type, with plenty of handy guides available on the internet.

INCORPORATE WARDROBE

STAPLES: These are pieces that never go out of style. This can include blazers, a classic white button-up, a pair of denim jeans, or a timeless pair of boots.

MIX & MATCH: Don’t be afraid to mix & match different pieces to create a unique look. Experiment with different textures, fabrics, and patterns to create a cohesive outfit.

ACCESSORIZE: Accessories can make or break your look. Invest in fashion forward accessories such as a statement necklace, vintage costume earrings, a classic watch, a pair of sunglasses that compliment your face shape or even a fun hat that is guaranteed to draw attention.

WEAR YOUR CONFIDENCE:

Own your look! Be confident in what you are wearing. Wear what makes you feel good and don’t be afraid to take risks and try new things that you haven’t done or seen before.

BUILD AND LAYER: A little layering never hurt anyone. The key to a perfectly layered look is to play around with multiple lengths. Add a cropped top to a pair of high-waisted slacks, scrunch your sleeves or pant legs, add tall boots to break up excess fabric. These adjustments will elongate the body and prevent a bulky layered look.

THE LOOK This look is layered to perfection in street style chic. Denim on denim, best known as “the Canadian tuxedo” will remain on trend for fall 2023. This viral corset denim jumpsuit from Zara.com was paired over a Barry Long Sleeve Button Down Top in White by Frank & Eileen ($278 revolve.com). With Molten Lava (181555 TCX) vibrating so brightly in the fall 2023 color palette, there was no hesitation when choosing it as the color to break up the blue denim. These vintage over the knee boots by The Wild Pair were scrunched to create a baggy vibe that perfectly complements the scrunched denim jumpsuit. Once again, mini bags are crossing over into a new season. Get sassy with the Monogram Mini Bucket Bag in red (glamaholiclifestyle.com $60). Are you ready to stop traffic with the All Ears cap in red ($59 shopcaribbeancowgirl. com)? If you’re still a little apprehensive, go incognito with a trendy pair of shades by Dollger Eyewear ($13 Amazon.com). To add balance, this look was accessorized with top quality vintage gold accessories from the chain belt down to the earrings. To finish off this masterpiece, this Long TRF Denim Trench in light blue ($119 zara. com) was chosen to knock this look out of the park.

HAIR: Malika Goins | @beautywithmalika

MUA: Moriah Mierre | @beatbymo

PHOTOGRAPHER: Quatiece Salter | @lxvemedia

WARDROBE STYLIST: Kristina Smith | @kristinabowmansmith

STYLE ASSISTANT: Leah Humes | @leahlux__