By snoadmin
Looking good and following trends for the fall fashion season is about reinterpreting signature looks from decades past. Particularly, fads from the ’60s, ’70s and ’90s have found their way back into runway designs and retail stores worldwide.
Target (2270 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, Calif.)
One of the hottest trends for the fall season is not exactly the most revealing. The ’60s scooter-girl look creates a conservative air with skirts that fall near the knee, concealed arms and sack silhouettes. Somehow, the trend still emits adolescent rebellion. To complete the look, slip into dresses with dropped waistlines, tops patterned in windowpane checks and flared wool skirts.
It is rare to find one line that features every such design, but the Missoni for Target collection, created by Italian designers Ottavio and Rosita Missoni, tries its best to push a few ’60s Mod-inspired looks back onto the fashion radar. Next month, the line will branch out to provide the retail chain with its largest collection yet — more than 400 products for women, men, children and even home décor.
Its signature zigzag pattern is most notably featured in the new line of long-sleeved knit dresses, colorful cardigans and A-line maxi skirts. The result is a fall-friendly, boho-chic outfit, at an affordable price — most items cost less than $40. The lookbook can be viewed online, but the collection doesn’t hit stores until Sept. 13.
H&M (20 City Blvd. W., Orange, Calif.)
This season, H&M makes it possible to look elegant in loose classics, like a double-breasted plaid coat for $30 and a long, silky, rust-colored dress. The clothing looks like it would cost far more than it does. Taking a tip from the ’70s, knit sweater dresses, complete with quarter-length sleeves, a gently flared seam and front pocket detailing, are available for $20.
This season’s hot colors are rust, burnt orange, mustard and camel. If pulled off, the pieces can make anyone glow alongside fallen leaves and foggy scenery. Some of the trendiest pieces this season, and some of the most eye-catching designs at H&M, are made of weather-appropriate fabrics like tweed, flannel and corduroy. Staying warm doesn’t mean it’s impossible to look good at the same time.
In addition to the hot button pieces, H&M is also the go-to location this season for striped clothing. Sweaters, jersey tops and knee-length dresses in shades of navy, pink and the ever-popular camel line the walls of the Swedish-born retail store. Let’s just say the clothing and prices are worth the 20-minute drive south to its nearest location.
Forever 21 (326 Lakewood Center Mall, Lakewood, Calif.)
It’s no secret that tribal print dominated summer style. At Forever 21, the fall collection is on display, but designers aren’t letting go of the playful prints so easily. The trend continues into fall as a Western Navajo-inspired look – a soft mixture of hippie and rustic.
Lightweight woven print pants, predominantly featured in animal and tribal patterns, are the anti-denim this fall. The style is not particularly suited for cold weather, but fits snuggly under clothing and transforms into the perfect accessory for relaxing indoors near a heater.
As for shoes this fall, booties go with anything. Classic black and hues of brown look best on popular styles like ankle-length wedges, lace-up hiking boots and high-heeled loafers. Forever 21 sells it all, with prices ranging from $20-$40.
Foreign Exchange (239 Los Cerritos Center, Cerritos, Calif.)
Quite possibly the most commonly advertised piece in retailers’ collections this fall is the two-tone varsity-style jacket. At Foreign Exchange, the jackets are offered with the most variety and at the cheapest price. For $20, girls can slip into the imitation leather sleeves, snap a few buttons up the front and look as if they’ve raided their boyfriends’ closets. The jock-chic trend can also be found on display in Forever 21, Aeropostale and H&M.
In addition, look for styles that flash back to the ’90s — pieces that fit what the fashion world has deemed as the “new grunge” movement. Think oversized knits, straight-leg maxi skirts, chunky shoes with layers of rubber sole, or, better yet, ’90s grunge with a twist. Foreign Exchange takes the rolled-out-of-bed look and transforms it to suit the fall 2011 season. Oversized knit tops still hang off the shoulder, but some are cropped to fit longer in the back than in the front. Some hang loose with a boat neck, but stay sexy with slashed fringe across the front. Overall, again, earthy tones like rust and camel can be found dominating the clothing racks.
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