favorite fall trends

the fact that i applied for graduation yesterday freaks. me. out. where did the time go? i remember moving into homey little humes and the struggles and triumphs that came with my freshman year as if it were yesterday. and now, i am a week away from moving into my new apartment for my senior year. time really does fly by...

on another note, if you have been to any retail store lately, i'm sure you have seen new fall items hanging on the racks! i know it is still hot as H-E-double-hockey-sticks out and hard to think about sweaters and scarves and boots, but i am dreaming up fall outfits! there are some great trends this fall season that i am obsessing over and can't wait to incorporate into my closet.

• wide-leg pants: skinnies are still in style, but a great wide-leg will be nice this fall to loosen things up a bit. they are free and easy and ultra-flattering. i plan on tucking my high-waist styles into a fitted top such as a crew neck sweater and then pairing them with chunk heeled shoes. 
• midi-skirts: like with the wide-leg pants, midi-skirts are easy and free. they are back in style, with ideal lengths ranging from below the knee to mid calf. since they cover more leg, i may try pairing a high waisted one with a crop top or sleeveless blouse, or keep it classic with a button-down
• track pants: fall seems to be all about letting loose. track pants offer an elastic waist (hello new favorite) and are easy to dress up or down. cute paired with tennies or pumps, i plan on wearing mine just about everywhere with either a simple tee or a silk top!  
• print on print: popular for a few seasons now, print and print is better than ever this fall. from matching separates to contrasting prints paired together, the fashion world is embracing prints for fall in chic and modern ways. 
• capes and wrap coats: outerwear was all over the runway, with capes and wrap coats making many appearances. i have my eye on a few capes that are great fall transition pieces and am ahead of the game because i have a great camel-colored wrap coat in my closet! 
• fur and animal prints: as always with fall ready to wear, fur was present. i personally love fur, especially fur outerwear (you may have noticed my rabbit fur vest from past OOTDs). don't skimp and buy cheap fur though! make it an investment piece or find really good-looking faux fur! animal prints were also in full force. i love leopard print so i can't wait to add more of it to my wardrobe! 

happy shopping y'all! 

xoxo,

clp