Fall Fashion Trends on a Budget

Fall is almost here (I'm not ready for the cold just yet :) and there are so many Fashion Trends that are currently available for the fall like the Mod look, Animal Prints, Mid Century wear, Plaids and Prints, Punk Rock, Menswear Look, Leather/Faux leather, Fur/Faux fur, Pastel outerwear and much, much more. 

Another new trend you will see this Fall is women's pajamas emerging from Sleepwear to Daywear.  Designers have managed to weave a masculine style with a feminine look into our sleepwear collection allowing you to now wear it as Daywear. 

Budget Tip:
Although you may want to keep up with today's fashion and stay trendy, it's always good to keep
a few staple pieces in your closet.  I am a firm believer that all you have to do is mix and match your  trendy pieces with those classic pieces in your closet to help build an updated wardrobe.  By doing this, you've actually found another smart way to budget because you'll have no need to shop year round for trendy items since they tend to change from season to season. 

I thought it would be good to give you a list of some staple pieces to have in your closet and list how you can stay trendy:

1. The Little Black Dress - Just add those trendy accessories.
2. Pencil Skirt - You can't go wrong with this, just top it off with the right blazer or blouse.
3. Dark Denim Jeans - Very versatile since you can dress these up or down with the latest top or blazer.
4. Classic Black Pants - Choose from an array of colorful tops or match it up with a trendy blazer.
5. Tailored Blazer (white and black) - This will help add dimension and structure to a pair of pants or a skirt.
6. Plain White Tee - Wear this with a pair of jeans or that hot blazer.
7. Tailored Suit (skirt or pants) - This will help take your professional look to the next level.
8. Ballet Flats - Allows you to be comfy but cute with the perfect outfit.
9. Cami's (nude and colors) - These are great for your suits and blazers.
10. Classic Coat - Tie on that printed silk scarf or a belt (if needed) and add a little more style to your look.
11. Black Pumps - It's an essential part of your wardrobe so just add a pop of color to your outfit.
12. Crisp White Shirt (or Blouse) - This never goes out of style. You can team this up with almost anything and look sharp.

Now lets talk about finding those Fall Fashion Trends on a Budget.  I will be matching up High End Fashions with Design on a Budget fashions to show you how you can obtain the same look for the Fall on a budget. 
 
You will also get a chance to see some of the latest Fall accessories that you can add to your wardrobe. 
 
Plus, I'll show you my top 5 looks for the Fall season, Yeah!!!
 
So let's get started on some of the looks for the Fall.  I decided to match the High End Fashion styles with H & M's Fall line up.  Below you'll find a variety of High End Fashions picks such as pajamas now turned into day wear, plaids and pleats, the masculine but feminine pantsuit, the ultimate punk rock look and the little red dress. 



 Now here are some similar styles below from H & M which you can be sure to get on a budget.



You'll find some great outerwear pieces this Fall....Below are just a few High End pieces



Some comparable outerwear pieces from H & M's Fall Line



Fall Menswear Fashion hot off the Runway.......



Fall Menswear from H & M on a budget




Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize.  This Fall you will see Accessories at it's best on the streets
of New York.  You'll see items such as floppy hats, studded caps, printed scarves, large shoulder bags and clutches to name a few.  Check out these women's must have Fall accessory items on a Budget at H&M:




Fringe Bag $24.95

Wool Hat $19.95



Captain's Hat $14.95

Studs Cap $17



Leopard Clutch $24.95

Print Scarf $19.95



Scully Leopard Print Hat $9.95



Leather Boots $149

Shoulder Bag $49.95



Stylish Pumps $99

Normally it's the women that love to add a scarf, a piece of jewelry or a handbag to their wardrobe. 
But now get ready to see men adding accessories to their wardrobe from the basic baseball cap to the Fedora hat, from scarves in various colors to leather weekend bags.  Below are some of men's must have Budget items at H&M for the Fall:

Baseball Cap $12.95

Scully Knit Hat $9.95

Scarf $9.95

 

 

Weekend Bag $49.95

Fedora Hat $17.95

I thought it would be great to add another addition to my Fashion blog.  So once a Month I will be featuring Flojoe's "On Trend Corner".  This will consist of someone I feel is on trend and stylish from head to toe.  This month I chose my sister, Laverne.  She is on trend with her Leopard print dress and has accessorized her outfit well with an eclectic pick of red jewelry and a red patent clutch.  She has topped it all off with a stylish pair of black leather sandal pumps.  Great job Vernie!!!

OK, here are my Top 5 Fashion picks for the Fall.  This was hard for me but here goes:

I'm just loving it all, from the Leather, to the winter white to the menswear look suit, oh and that fur, whew!!  

 

Next week, we will emerge you in hot topics with all things Fashion Week,.... Yes, it's almost here...Fashion Week will take place in New York from September 5-12th, 2013. 

Once again,  I want to Thank you all for taking the time to stop by my Fashion corner.

See you soon......

 

Simply,

 

Flo



"One is never over-dressed or underdressed with a Little Black Dress."

—  Karl Lagerfeld