third in the ” Fabulous Fall 2012 Fashion Trends” series
Imagine piles of crisp leaves, the smooth red skins on apples, and the soft, thick coats on furry little animals as they bundle up for the cold of winter. Imagine, if you will, the textures of fall. In the spirit of art imitating life, the fabrics for Fall 2012 find their inspiration in the multitude of textures found in nature- crisp brocades, smooth leathers, and thick, soft velvets. Garments in the usual fall colors of brown, black, and orange, joined by the “outside the Fall box” shades of pink, blue and winter white, become richer when fashioned from bold brocades, luxe leathers, and voluptuous velvets.
BROCADE
LEATHER
Givenchy
Yves Saint Laurent
Valentino
VELVET
Gucci
Gucci
CLASSIC FALL FASHION FINDS
The Timeless World of Brocade
There is something warm and reassuring about brocade … it lets us move forward while keeping us firmly grounded in the past.
Silk Brocade Dress by Jason Wu
Theia – Brocade Dress (on sale)
Lauren Ralph Lauren Dress Cowl Neck Brocade Gown
The Edgy World of Leather
Even the most classic wardrobe has room for a bit of leather. Team it with a fine sweater or a cashmere twinset and the result is edgy, yet timeless.
Black Leather Pencil Skirt by Yigal Azrouel
Theory Ima Danish Leather Pants
The Elegant World of Velvet
Velvet — the perfect way to say “elegant” this fall.
Beaded Hilda Dress by Ralph Lauren
Gucci – Brocade and Velvet Dress
Rachel Zoe – Hutton Velvet Jacket and Pants
Zac Posen Strapless Gown – Velvet
Other posts in the “Fabulous Fall 2012 Fashion Trends” series: The Colors, Classically Black & Blue, The Military Look, Comfort Goes Luxe and The Sheath Dress.
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