Get that perfect autumn look — faintly collegiate, super sleek, cozily classy, and best of all, simple! All you've got to do is pair a collar with a crew neck sweater. Achieve this look by layering a collared shirt or even clip on a detachable collar (a great little accessory to have!). Have fun with it and get creative by mixing patterns and colors. Try a floral collar with a striped sweater (or vice versa!), polka dots and stripes, bright complementary colors like yellow and purple or blue and green, black with a pop of vibrant red... The possibilities are endless, but the result is always adorable.
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This week, we’re crazy for peacoats! Some tips for finding your perfect match: keep fit, style, color, and fabric in mind. Ask yourself what you want from your coat, and how it will fit into your wardrobe. Longer coats act as a dramatic fashion statement while keeping out the winter draft, but cropped peacoats work beautifully in the warmer autumn temperatures. Do you want a dark or neutral coat that will mesh with any outfit, or a bright statement piece (think vibrant red!) to pop against winter’s drab palette? Wool coats are your heaviest, warmest option, while cotton, cashmere, or polyester offer lighter options. There are also endless stylish embellishments to contour to any fashionista’s body type - belted waists accentuate hour glass figures, while straight, fitted options compliment narrower frames. Once you’ve found your cold-weather staple, make sure you take proper care to keep it in tip top shape for as long as possible. Plan to dry clean your coat twice a year - once at the beginning of the season and once at the end. Store your peacoat in a safe place, too. Cedar hangers keep moths away, while garment bags protect from lint. Did you know that you can cut costs and keep the love strong by cleaning your coat at home (always consult the care tag inside your coat)? By combining a home dry cleaning system with spot cleaning stains as soon after they appear as possible (blot gently with a clean rag, mild detergent and cold water!), and semi-regular visits with a lint roller and dryer sheet (they help lint-proof your coat!), your perfect peacoat will stay with you for years to come. Scarves are the surefire way for any fall fashionista to keep cozy and chic. These essential autumn staples are as versatile as they are graceful, adding a touch of class, spunk, color, or glam to any cozied up ensemble. Wrap yourself in a lustrous shawl or pair a big blanket scarf with an oversized sweater and boots. Cover up a v-neck tee with a wispy tissue scarf, or layer a long, sturdy scarf with a sundress-and-boots look to bring late summer and early fall seamlessly together. There are about a million and one ways to tie your scarf, too — from a simple wrap to an intricately lovely bow. Mix one in to enhance any outfit and up your autumn swag.
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AuthorFashion Know-How is written by Alyson Lincoln McHugh, owner of No. 9 Boutique in downtown Montpelier, VT. Hear Fashion Know-How every Saturday at 7:50 a.m. on WDEV. |