5 Fashionable Fall Looks

You might have noticed that the column has a fresh look. Not Before My Coffee originated from a particularly early morning this summer when my daughter arrived in my bedroom and informed me that she was bored. At 7AM. I am the type of person that likes to ease into my day and needs copious amounts of coffee before even thinking about tea parties or laundry or completing a writing assignment. In fact, if you will excuse me for a moment, I am going to go grab another cup before we get started.

OK, I’m back.

Although it is still ridiculously hot outside, cool weather is coming.  I can feel it.  Wishful thinking?  Perhaps, but just so we will all be ready, I have scoured the beauty blogs and fashion mags and clothing stores in search of the must-have style necessities of fall.  For you, the Rocket City Mom readership.  Because I care.

1. Color Jeans

Lucky Brand

This spring trend has extended into fall with new, deeper colors.  Some of my favorites are peacock blue and burnt orange.  Look for denim with 2% spandex to keep its shape.

2. Animal Prints

Banana Republic

Animal prints are huge for fall.  Shoes, bags, wrapping paper—you name it.  My mom and I recently debated on wearing white after Labor Day.  She said that rule was antiquated, but I maintained that it depended on the fabric.  Winter white and leopard, I like.

3. Chambray

Gap

Chambray is incredibly versatile.  Dress it up or down, pair it with a pair of animal print flats, or your new color jeans.  Or both!

4. Statement Necklace 

J,Crew

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The statement necklace is tricky.  I have a head like a basketball, so I do not like to call attention to my neck.  The shorter statement necklaces tend to do that, therefore, I prefer the longer styles.  Also, I am not a fan of layering statement necklaces.  Your necklace should make a statement, not several.

(Whispers: If the J.Crew piece above is too rich for your blood, I have seen bubble necklaces online that are much more affordable.  You did not hear it from me.)

5. Bright Blazers

H&M

Blazers are back and in bold, new hues.   Make sure that it is fitted to avoid a homage to Murphy Brown or the ladies of Designing Women.  And no turtlenecks!

Each of the above items can be found in a local, Huntsville-area store.  And more importantly, they are also all mom-friendly.  No platform booties here!  We need clothes that make us feel good.  It might be the height of fashion, but if I do not feel comfortable, then it will just gather dust in my closet. 

Happy Shopping!

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