Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

Thanksgiving is less than a week away and whether you're dining with friends or family this year you know you're looking forward to turkey and pie.  Of course such a meal does not lend itself well to skinny jeans, or uber fitted silhouettes.  The key is finding something comfortable and still looking pulled together. How can you pull this off?

The Cure: Sweater dress Savior

This year look chic and cozy in a simple sweater dress.  Accessorize with a festive scarf and simple jewelry and pair the sweater with a classic pair of riding boots.  It's just enough without being too much.  Hmm just enough but not too much, something to also keep in mind when filling your plate too!

All-American Ode

Sportsmanship has taken on a different tone this season with influences from All-American hunting style taking the stage.  According to Haper's Bazaar,

"The Fair Isle sweaters, tweeds and knits of American heritage brands got the high-fashion treatment on fall’s runways. From hunting-gear reds and oranges at Rodarte and Michael Kors to earthy hues built for blending into the wilderness — but standing out on the streets — at Wang and Ralph Lauren, fashion girls are getting a lesson in the great outdoors."

Wear a little bit or a lot, mix your plaid with tweed, add cable knit if you so choose.  Keep the color palette earthy and be sure not to forget your riding boots!

Leather

Leather isn't just for boots and bikers this season, so how can a material with such a tough skin be soft and feminine?  According to InStyle,

"Though it's easy to play toughie, skins boast a newfound suppleness that gives you versatility.  Treated more like a fabric than ever before, leather appears feminine, even practical, and wearable by all."

Clothing courtesy of Instyle

By using more flattering silhouettes and shapes, leather transforms full skirts and blazers, but can still make a bold statement with a coat or studded dress. Keep your leather pieces neutral or choose a rich color like burgundy. With this trend you can embrace your inner bad girl and still be a lady!

Fantasy Fashion Becomes Reality

So boot season is finally here!!! I kicked it off by wearing a pair last weekend as I was on the hunt for a brand new pair. Shopoholics anonymous here I come.  On my quest I did find an absolutely astounding pair of Prada riding boots.  This slip on style with a round toe and ankle buckle in gold that compliments the warm brown leather was like butter and I was ready to slather it all over my feet until I saw that these beautiful riding boots cost $1,350. The hunt continues...

Prada, $1,350

I did not lose hope for I found another great riding boot with a price that leaves me with cash to spare!

Timberland's Bethel Buckle is a bit more rugged in its styling but the added bonus is that this shoe is made to be environmentally friendly.  I just love the buckle around the ankle (the key accent) and the notched strap at the top.  Gold and brown blend together beautifully making this a great affordable choice, just $186!

Timberland, $186

Fantasy Fashion Becomes Reality

Finding a faultless riding boot that ranks for springtime can be like icing on a cake.  Buttery soft leather, heavenly hues, and simple structure can create a look that takes you from dull to delish! These Chole Paddington knee boots with round toe and adjustable wooden buckle tab on the top look so yummy, but  their price tag makes me want to gag, $925 gives me an upset stomach.

Chloe, Paddington, $925

Good thing Frye gives me another flavor with their Paige riding boot.  This pull-on, round-toe boot in a warm honey color just makes me drool.  The best part, they are on SALE right now! For a limited time this sleek and simple style is just $266 at our Fells Point store.  Hurry in to satiate your shoe appetite! Select sizes available.

Frye, Paige, $266

Prim and Proper: English Prep

This is not your polo wearing, popped collar prep, this style comes to us from across the pond.  Clean lines, classics silhouettes, feminine frills, tweeds and plaids are distinguishing traits for this style. Inspired by traditional prep-school uniforms and the English countryside this type of look is the epitome of autumn.

Combine cords with a plaid blazer, try a trench over a frilly blouse with dark denim, or timeless tweed with a simple sheath.  The requisite riding boot is the culmination of your English Prep creation.  Lovely loafers or charming oxfords are other proper possibilities.