the only alternative to fashion is naked.

for my second entry on all things Fall Fashion, we're talking color! Bright, jewel-toned, un-shy color.

The biggest trend among fall fashion colors is mustard yellow. It was on every great designers runway..from accessories to bold coats. For my skin tone (fair with pink-ish undertones) it's a difficult color for me to wear. It works best head to toe with darker, tan skin tones or olive complexions. Still want to rock this color at school or in the office? Easy! Just pair a mustard-yellow skirt with a cream or brown blouse...or navy (an unexpected and very fresh alternative to neutral!). The key is to keep an uncomplimentary color away from your face. Adding it on the bottom will be a great way to wear the trend without looking washed out. Still not sure? grab a belt or a bag in the color, and use it to accessorize!

Rodarte, Fall 2011 runway

Mustard not your thing? How about Crimson?! Such a beautifully rich color, and in my opinion easier to wear. This bold shade was featured on the Rodarte runway and all over celebrities. My favorite piece is the red dress above (by Diane Von Furstenburg)...so easy to wear, so versatile! I haven't found one yet, but i'm on the hunt for a lower cost dupe for this dress. You can wear it now and still wear it in December and January! This color will still be on trend for winter!  

Marc Jacobs Fall 2011 runway

Jade green was popular in Spring and Summer collections this year, and Fall brings us even more of this gorgeous jewel tone! This has long been one of my favorite colors to wear...it brings out hazel, green, brown, OR blue eyes, and brightens up complexions no matter how fair or dark you are! It's a universally flattering shade..and dare I say, you should replace your LBD with a LGD!

Diane Von Furstenberg

finally, sapphire blue will be seen on fashionista's all over the world this fall. it's blue shade with lavender undertones is flattering for a wide range of people, and it's dark color camouflages imperfections, much like black will (but sapphire is far more chic!)  i LOVE the sequin mini (shown above) for a fun night out...pair it with a simple white tee and heels!

As with all of these color trends, if you're on a tight budget, or are unsure how confident you feel wearing A LOT of a certain color, accessorize with it!  There's also no reason to be a slave to trends, no matter what they may be, if you feel uncomfortable wearing it. You wear the clothes, don't let the clothes wear you!




until next time! xoxo!



*some of my photos came from here and here.