Fall Fashion Trends 2014: My Personal Favorites

With a new crisp season comes fresh new trends; and the ones showing up this autumn really pack a fabulous fashion punch. Full of  aesthetic pieces that flatter every figure, you are sure to find a trend to feel spectacular in this fall. Staying on trend this year appears not only to be effortlessly chic, but absolutely enjoyable as bold leathers are paired with traditional plaids, tonal grays are dexterously layered, a new dark neutral becomes a daily favorite, sophisticated style goes equestrian, and pops of camo print add to anyone's apparel.
The street style fashion that has been donned so far this season has shown us that everyone can find a little something they will love strutting their stuff in as the leaves change and we all consume a ridiculous amount of delicious pumpkin everything.

My Favorite Fall Trends 2014 by brittneyblane featuring a camo print jacket

Two iconic fall favorites are united together this season to created the sleekest biker babe look I've seen in years. Layered with deep-toned classic plaids, motto leathers take on cultivated cuts making this trend appropriate enough for office attire yet sassy enough to speak to your inner wild child.  

Fall Essentials: Motto + Plaid by brittneyblane featuring a cross body

Being from the South, I am not a stranger to camo print, and I usually shy away as it always feels overdone; but this season, it's back and it's more dapper than ever. Seen in staple pieces this autumn, a simple pair of camo skinnies or a traditionalized patterned jacket is all you need to be on trend. If appareled camo is just too much for you, camo accessories are being used in place of color popping embellishments this fall.

Fall Essentials: Camo Makes a Come Back by brittneyblane featuring a camo jacket

This season, black has taken a back seat to it's polished younger sister navy. It's deeply resonant tinge brings established attire to life and adds a full-toned refinement to even that of the most casual of looks.

Fall Essentials: Navy - The New Black by brittneyblane featuring suede shoes

This well-bred ensemble proves time-honored  elegance is always on trend. Set with smokey camel hues and gold metaled hardware, the look of equestrian sophistication is unquestionably being craved this season.

Fall Essentials: Equestrian by brittneyblane featuring leather handbags

Tonal grays mingled with richly textured fabrics bring a soft and timeless look to the 2014 fall trends. Classically styled with quintessential pieces, layering smooth grays is a trend that will keep you looking swank all autumn (and winter) long.

Fall Essentials:Shades of Gray by brittneyblane featuring Marc Jacobs

Fall Style: Denim and Lace

 

Fall is officially upon us, and with it comes fresh new fashions that seem to revive my tired summer wardrobe. If you ask me, it doesn't get much better than donning sweaters, boots, and oversized scarves. I secretly (and anxiously) count down the days every year until Autumn roles around and I get to bring my fall wardrobe to the forefront of my closet.

The weather where I live has yet to drop below the mid 70's and  has stayed at a steady (and scorching,) humid 85 degrees; so I am still transitioning my wardrobe from summer to fall attire. Western Inspired booties paired with a lace mini dress and topped with a denim jacket easily satisfy my need to spice up my style.

This denim jacket has been hanging in my closet for over 8 years now and it still feels timeless and new when I bring it out of hiding after a long, hot spring and summer. This little denim treasure of mine is from Abercrombie & Fitch who, staying true to their brand's traditionalist nature, still manages to carry this exact style. Find it HERE

This leather wrap bracelet is a really unique find from a local boutique. The rings I'm wearing are a fun little set I picked up at Forever 21. Find it HERE.

 

I found these booties at Francesca's last fall season and I just couldn't wait to throw them on again this year. Find a VERY similar style HERE. 

My western inspired bag also happens to be something I found at a local boutique. The tassels and the laser cut design on this bag really make me love it.

This fall season there are so many great styles, prints, and  trends that I can not wait to suit up in. Check back in a couple of days for a post all about the ones I plan on wearing.  

 

Thanks for stopping by the blog today, and Happy Fall Y'all!

 

XO, Brit

 



Summer Wardrobe Wrap-Up: Style Favorites

With summer at it's end (today is officially autumn) I must to admit I am seriously so excited to jump right into fall fashion, but before the best season of the year takes over my blog, I thought I would take a quick look back and share a compilation of my  personal favorite looks posted on the blog this summer.

 

Casually Striped

I had to include this look in my favorites for two reasons. First, this was probably the most worn dress in my closet this summer as it seemed to be the perfect thing to throw on for any casual occasion; and second, because I am still so obsessed with this adorable wifey tote from ILYCouture.

Click HERE to see the full look.

 

Comfy and Casual: A Summertime Essential 

I just love this outfit so much, when I came across this photo, as I was compiling all the pictures for this post, I was slightly sad I had to retire this look with the season. I will however still be wearing these white ripped skinnies in the winter because white after labor day is such a thing of the past ladies!

Click HERE to see the full look.

 

Feeling Bright and Lovely...

 

If I had to choose a single dress in my closet that I thought described my personal style to a "T" it would be this little number. The cut, the color combo, the print, -- all perfection if you ask me.

click HERE to see the full look.

 

Brights on the Beach

Ok, so I posted this look back in April so technically it was a spring post, but since I did find myself wearing this outfit a couple times this summer, I thought I should include it in my favorites. I just never seem to tire of the print on these BCBGeneration skinnies; the pattern and the color combo just makes me swoon every time I look at them.

click HERE to see the full look.

 

 

  Bright Florals on the Savannah Riverwalk

This was a date night outfit I wore during my road trip across the southern states this summer. Travis and  I had such a fun  and memorable time that evening on the Savannah Riverwalk that I just had to share this look again. Not to mention the bow detail on the back of this dress from Marshall's was so on-trend this summer.

Click HERE to see the full look.

 

 Channeling My Inner Audrey Heburn

What can I say, I loved my floppy hats this summer, especially this black one from Charming Charlie's.

click HERE to see the full look. 

 

 

 Modern Day Ballerina

And finally, my last but certainly not least, favorite look from this summer was my take on a wearable modern day ballerina outfit. I felt so feminine and pretty when I wore this look this summer. Being the girly-girl I am, there's just something about pink chiffon and white lace that speak to my inner child (and yes, my inner child is a total fashionista that loves any dress you can get a good twirl out of.)

click HERE to see the full look.

 

Thank you SO much for stopping by the blog today!

I hope you enjoyed this little summer wardrobe wrap-up. I have some seriously exciting stuff planned for fall coming very soon to the blog (including my very first giveaway! yay!) so stay tuned!

 

 

XO, Brit 

 

 



Talk is Cheap

Hey loves!

I know it's been a hot minute since I've posted on the blog, and I must say I have been having major withdrawals. I just want to say, I'm sorry if anyone felt like I just left you hanging. It was an unintentional hiatus as I have just been spending time with family and my sweet hubby, and basically just living life away from the amazing ruckus of social media these past few months. I have been leisurely enjoying the end of summer so I thought I would bring you all one more look before we completely transition into all the fall fashion and fun that I am personally sooo excited about.

This summer I enjoyed few things more than a fun and fab statement tee. I've actually had this look tucked away in my camera roll for awhile now because I wanted to leave you all with one of my most favorite, go-to summer looks before the cooler weather ensues, and autumn attire takes over my life.

This muscle style statement tank is from Forever 21. Find a similar one HERE.

Black and white stripes just take up a special place in my fashion-obsessed heart. This maxi skirts design and classic color combo is universally flattering on everyone; and Yes, is as comfortable as it looks. I found this adorable skirt at my local Marshall's (surprise surprise, I practically live in that store.) but HERE and HERE  are similar styles from Dillard's, and guess what?! They are majorly ON SALE!

 

 

My sweet mom just happened to call right on cue in the midst of this photo shoot...because a "talk is cheap" fashion post just wouldn't be the same without me actually talking of course. Thanks Mom! 

 

 I am wearing my holy grail sunglasses - the Ray Ban Jackie Ohh II find them HERE.

On my wrist, I am wearing a BCBG bracelet I picked up ages ago but still wear almost daily, and  one of the aluminum David Yurman limited edition bracelets in black. I seriously adore these aluminum bracelets and all the colors are simply amazing.  It's hard to find these bracelets online but if you contact your local David Yurman store, you can usually get your hands on the color you're craving. HERE is a link to the sight that has a picture of all the available colors.

My earrings are from Forever 21. 

You know that pair of shoes you happened to score for 60% off at your local department store 2 years ago, and every time you wear them someone tells you how much they like them? Well these are "those" shoes for me! I feel like I made the deal of the century when I bought these babies for $30 at Dillard's ages ago. They are still serving me so well, (usually on a weekly basis too.) These are by Gianni Bini and it's safe to say they are a personal favorite. I wish I could share this exact pair with you, but since I purchased them so long ago they are no longer available (insert sad face here.) I have however found a few similar styles if you want to check those out HERE and HERE.

Thanks for stopping by today! And again, I'm sorry I took a little blogging break, but I am back and I have sooo many great things to share with you! See you soon!

 

XO, Brit