Festival Attire

It's festival season! Coachella kicked off this weekend and I am so jealous I have never lived close enough to attend. The gypsy, bohemian styles are so much fun... not to mention that I love to people watch! 

I think the trends that have been worn in the past are still pretty relevant but I am sure there will be a lot of 70s attire and FLARED DENIM! I may be too short to pull off that trend, but if you are tall with long legs, this style is made for you. 

Here are 10 trends that I think are perfect for festival season:

It's difficult (and expensive) to buy a ton of outfits for a weekend festival so I wanted to share with you three ways to jazz up one basic outfit. The key? Kimonos! I love how much a kimono can liven up an outfit when mixed in with some accessories ....and flash tattoos (I posted about flash tattoos a while back. They are just fabulous and perfect for an event like this!)

Sandals  Tory Burch: Tan Sandals (sold out - similar)

Kimono  Band of Gypsies: Floral Kimono

Top  Julie's: Cream Crop Top (similar)

Necklace  BP: Long Turquoise Pendant (similar)

Necklace II Kendra Scott: Rayne Necklace

Shorts  H&M: Cuffed Denim Shorts (similar)

Kimono II BP: Pink Kimono

Images Courtesy of google.com

Fall into Spring

It may be a little early to start discussing Spring Trends (especially since it's like 10 degrees outside for some), but I figured why not? March is around the corner and everyone's mood is screaming for Spring! 

As you all can see from my posts, my go to for fall are burgundy, hunter green, navy and camel colors. Obviously mixed with plaid! Although, as much as I love fall and winter, and can't let it go, it's time to start thinking Spring.

Top Spring Trends

1. Floral

2. Neon

3. Pastels

4. Light Colored Denim

5. Distressed Denim

I love a great bright colored heel and recently purchased a pair, on sale, from Barney's Warehouse in pink! I am so excited to wear these. Granted, even though I'll start wearing these now, I think it's a great transitional piece to bring you into Spring/Summer. It really adds so much depth and pizazz to an otherwise muted/neutral pallet. If a pump is too plain and ordinary for you, I'd suggest getting a great pair of heeled sandals (either caged or embellished).

My recommendation overall is to mix and match pastels, neons and florals. I feel like there is no rule against mixing patterns and colors. I'd go crazy! Pair it when a pair of colorful pant/skirt or distressed denim. If you are a little more modest with outrageous colors, etc... I would start with a pop of color (either with your shoes, jewelry, or purse). 

What Farah Wore 10.28.14

Skirt Ann Taylor: Pleated Leather Skirt 

Shirt Gap: Plaid Button Down

Earrings Tory Burch: Stud Earrings  

Heels Nine West: Leopard Flax

Watch Watch Michael Kors: 5055 Gold Watch

Mad for Plaid!

I am really annoyed by the weather in Charlotte these days. It ranges from 63-85 degrees. I never know what to wear and I just want it to be fall already. Is that too much to ask for? Don't get me wrong, I love summer but I'm just over it. It's October. Mentally, I am already in fall mode. I love a great pair of boots, leggings and cable knit sweater. I like being cozied up with tea, a blanket and listening to wood crackle during a nice fire. Of course, this is probably because I am mentally 45 yrs old and enjoy things like that now... but it's just nice and relaxing. Anyways, enough of my ramble and on to my new craze: PLAID (with/and flannel).

I am seriously addicted to all types of plaid. I can't wait to wear them with my fall skirts, over jeans and leggings. I wanted to try to borrow some of my boyfriends' button-down shirts but I'm sure that would just really freak him out... so I had to buy my own (I'm still going to secretly borrow his gingham prints though -- random note: you also can wear your boyfriends' work shirt, just wear a blazer over them to keep the form - I always buy men sweaters for a great over-sized look)

I wanted to share with you some of my favorite prints and where to buy them. It's been hard for me to capture that great holiday plaid to wear with my navy puffer vest ... but surprisingly... LL Bean carries some great plaid prints. They have a 10% off your entire order now with code: FALL10 which puts their shirts at $35.95. I just purchased the "Prince Charles of Edward" and "Kennedy" shirts. They are back ordered till November... but it's not like its cold here anyways *side eye* Hope you all try to get your hand on some plaid this fall (whenever that will be), you won't regret it!



Source
LL Bean Scotch Plaid Shirts
J Crew Factory Plaid Flannel

What Farah Wore: (more fall looks) 9.24.14

Shirt: Banana Republic Cami   

Shoes (similar) LK Bennett: Sledge Pump

Earrings Tory Burch: Small Logo Studs   

Watch Michael Kors: 5055 Gold Watch

Cardigan: Tory Burch: Simone Cardigan  

Necklace: Tory Burch: Multi Strand Necklace 

Pants: Banana Republic Sloan Pant (sold out)

Trend & Brand Spotlight: Flash Tattoos

One of my girlfriend's recently purchased these for a bachelorette party and I am in love! These are temporarily tattoos in gold and silver that looks like painted on jewelry. They are so boho and have been spotted on many celebrities such as Beyonce and Vanessa Hudgens. I personally love the gold bracelets stacked on my arm. Prices are very reasonable (about $22).

All tattoos can be purchased at Flash Tats (images are courtesy of Flash Tats)

NYFW (Part III) Farah's Favorites

More pattern mixing, structured designs and Naeem Khan may have won best evening wear and Alice & Olivia rocked everyday wear!

TRENDS to NOTE

WIDE-LEGGED TROUSERS

PATTERNS

WHITE ENSEMBLE

Photos courtesy of style.com

NYFW (Part II) - Farah's Favorites

Part II of some of my favorite NYFW designs. I am a huge fan of patterns and mixing patterns. These three designers absolutely killed in this area! I definitely predict a lot of pattern mixing this spring. Don't be afraid to layer on patterns cinched with a large belt! 

As far as the fall, just remember these few things: 

BURGUNDY.

NAVY.

HUNTER GREEN.

BLUSH.

LEATHER.

LEOPARD.

FUR.

All courtesy of style.com

What Farah Likes: Fall Trends

Even though it's about 97 degrees in good ole' Charlotte, NC... in my eyes fall is coming! I wanted to share some of my favorite fall trends (not everything is pictured).

Fall to me means fall colors, tights, vests, leather, leopard and ankle boots.

Fall trends

1. Maroon, navy, blush, cream and hunter green colored ANYTHING

2. Leather .... (skirts, pants, trousers, leggings, shorts) I am REALLY into midi skirts. I'm 5'1'' but with a great pair of heels, it really doesn't drown the vertically challenged :)

3. Brown or Black tights during the cold months to wear under your skirts

4. Chambray and a crisp white button down goes with practically everything and all colors

5. A great pair of leopard loafers (or  a leopard infinity scarf) to add that pop of pattern

6. Ankle boots for all situations! Dark brown is the new cognac/tan for me. It definitely has more of a "fall flair" since it goes well with the dark color palettes I listed above.

7. Vests (fur and puffer) I just love faux fur! Especially with an all black ensemble... or under a nice plaid shirt. It just looks luxe and warm. The puffer vest is more casual and preppy but warm and trendy at the same time.

Pine and Pinot Noir Skirts - JCrew Factory

Chambray Shirt - JCrew Factory

White Button Down - JCrew Factory

Black & Tan Leather Skirts - Piperlime

Cable Knit (Navy) - Nordstrom

Cable Knit (Blush) - Forever21

Ankle Boots (brown) - Tory Burch

Ankle Boots (black) - Tory Burch

Leopard Loafers - DSW

Fur Vest - Saks

Puffer Vest - Lily Pulitzer