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Awkward is the New Black I’m a fashion misfit. I follow trends but then I use my style choices to create my look. I don’t want to be a clone of everyone else when a certain fashion style is trending. I want to stand out, fitting in is too exhausting. I’ve learned over the years that fashion is cyclical — what’s old is new again. The trends of a particular decade become popular for a new generation. Designers are always looking to the past to define the present aesthetic. Rarely, do you see fashion that is original — it’s always redesign of something else. But what does it mean to be a fashion misfit? To be a fashion misfit means to dress or express yourself in ways that don’t align with mainstream fashion norms or trends. It’s not about lacking style — it’s about intentionally (or sometimes unintentionally) choosing clothing, accessories, or aesthetics that stand out, break rules, or reflect a deeply personal, unconventional taste. Key traits of a fashion misfit: Nonconformity:...

And I’m Not Talking About Your Sneakers Photo Source: Harper’s Bazaar I’ve never been a lacy aesthetic type of girl. I’m rough in my clothes and fabrics like lace, linen, satin, and silk rip too easily. But lace trim is trending and the looks are so pretty — I’m reconsidering giving lace another try. Lace has always been a design that conveys chic, sexy, and upscale. Lace was originally only for the aristocrats and the elites. It wasn’t something common folk would wear as they toiled in fields and factories. As the cost of lace decreased, lace became something to wear to church or social events. The common folk used lace to show their financial status had improved in the community. Today, lace is in everything. Lace is used in dresses, skirts, sleepwear, hats, and hair accessories. There are lace gloves and stockings. Lace trim can be found on shoes, suit jackets, capes, and sleeves. Lace always has a place in fashion. Let’s look at lace in the following article excerpts: Asymm...

  Comfortable and Stylish Track pants are trending — and I love it! Track pants have finally received the elevation they deserve. They’re such an easy and versatile piece. Track pants can be worn with sneakers (duh) but with heels, boots, ballet flats, and crocs. No matter the footwear, track pants (especially wide-leg ones) will make your outfit chic and cool. I’m a sporty type of gal. I prefer pants over skirts. Track pants (sweatpants) have been my go-to for the past few years. They’re easy to slip on, comfortable, and can be worn with any top. Since track pants are trending, their styling has reached new levels. Women wear track pants with blazers, vests, blouses, and crop tops. I prefer to wear my track pants with boots or sneakers, especially my Adidas Sambas. As mentioned before, I like the wide-leg track pants style. They add a bit of chic to an outfit and give the wearer permission to dress them up or down. If I don’t like wearing a hoodie or sweatshirt, I’ll wear a denim ...

  You are your own runway. Strut! I hate looking like everyone else. While I like styles and trends, I always try to put my own spin on what the masses wear. When I was a teen, I worked my first job in high school. It was in a Junior Achievement Program that helped students become entrepreneurs. Once we completed the program, we received two hundred dollars. For a poor city kid being raised by a single mom, that two hundred dollars felt like two million. When I received the money, I was over the moon. I never had so much money in my life! I kept a piggy bank with pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters — but paper money was hard to come by. If my mom wasn’t paying bills or buying groceries, she had to clothe my brother and me. There wasn’t much left over, even for my mom. With the money, my first instinct was to spend it. I wanted to go shopping in Downtown Crossing. At the time, the trendiest stores were Tello’s, Rainbows, and Filene’s/Filene’s Basement. Other stores included Marsha...

Curated Picks from Across the Internet October is here, and Fall is in full effect. I love all the shades of burgundy, green, and brown grace catwalks and sidewalks all across America and worldwide. The styles turn everyday outfits into a runway show, from shearling to leather, leopard print, and suede. And while Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Week has come to a close, Fall/Winter 2025 Fashion Week is on the horizon. I can’t wait to see what colors and styles trend in the new year! Here are some items that nail the Fall 2025 trends: https://www.vogue.com/article/fall-2024-fashion-trends#:~:text=Flannel%20shirts%2C%20barn%20jackets%2C%20and,%2C%20Miu%20Miu%2C%20and%20Altuzarra. REPOST - VOGUE.COM he Top Fall/Winter 2024 Fashion Trends Are Here—Shop Them All Now By Laura Jackson and Talia Abbas October 2, 2024 All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors. However, we may earn affiliate revenue on this article and commission when you buy something. ...

Fall Fashion Essentials: What You Need Fall is a season of change, not only in the weather but also in our wardrobes. As the leaves turn, so do our fashion choices. While trends come and go, there are a few essential pieces that every fall wardrobe should include. These basics provide a versatile foundation that can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion. A classic trench coat is a timeless investment piece for fall. This versatile outerwear can be paired with jeans and a sweater for a casual look or a tailored suit for a more formal occasion. Look for a trench coat in a neutral color like beige or camel to ensure it goes with everything in your wardrobe. Another essential item for fall is a cozy knit sweater. Whether you prefer a chunky cable knit or a delicate lace cardigan, a shirt is a must-have for staying warm and stylish. Opt for a versatile color like gray, black, or navy that can be easily paired with other pieces. No fall wardrobe is complete without a pair of comfo...

A Rich Color Trending for Fall 2024 Fal's official start is three weeks away, and another color trend is in the spotlight. Chocolate Brown (think a Hershey Bar) is having its moment. People have been buzzing about deep reds like Burdundy and medium greens like Sea Foam. Chocolate Brown is a versatile color that can work well with other colors like red and green, black and white, and orange and yellow. I've always loved chocolate brown because it feels warm and chic. A monochromatic look, which is still trending for Fall, looks smooth and effortless. Chocolate Brown is one of the few colors that can be worn in abundance without appearing overdone.  Depending on your style, accessories can be minimal or maximal. I like to pair gold with Chocolate Brown. Depending on the piece of clothing, I would wear large gold hoops, bracelets, and rings. A silver watch balances out the gold.  Here are some articles about the Chocolate Brown color trend:  **REPOST*** Five ways to we...

Here are Some Pieces I Like: Burgundy, a dark shade of red, is trending for Fall 2024. I’ve worn the color on and off for many years, but this is the first year I’ve seen it in tons of retailers, from Anthropologie to Zara. Retailers follow the burgundy color from the runway to the store. Here are some pieces that I’d love in my closet: Burgundy is a rich, deep, dark red that is definitely a Fall/Winter color. It would pair well with a rich brown or black. You could also wear white with burgundy—but not too much white, just a hint of it. Overall, burgunday is the color for Fall 2024.

From the Runway to the Retailer to Your Closet Photo Source: China Hemp Fabric As we head into mid-August, retailers ramp up for back-to-school shopping and fall-winter clothing trends. Many retailers have been stocking their shelves with fall’s trending colors since late June. More will come as August wraps up and we enter September. Every season, there’s a color palette that designers use to craft their fashions and present them on the runway. Once that happens, retailers begin stocking up on items that mirror those designs, especially the color palette. Once the clothing has been mass-produced, they’re shipped off to retailers like H&M, Primark, Macy’s, Old Navy, and Target. Here are the trending colors for Fall/Winter 2024, according to Plumagercom Color Trend Forecast Report - Fall / Winter 2024 Fall / Winter 2024 brings us a beautiful array of bold brights and elevated neutrals along with a few key hues… plumager.com The color palette ranges from Bijoux Hues to Volca...

Your Style is For You — and that’s all that matters! When it comes to style, just like almost everything else, everyone has an opinion. Your dress should be longer. Your dress should be shorter. Your shirt needs to be more plain. Your shirt is too colorful. Those shoes don’t go with that outfit. That outfit doesn’t go with those shoes. It can be very frustrating when people comment about your outfits. Although the comments are wanted and weren’t asked for, people make them anyway, regardless of how the comment is received. Some people gave in to the critics and tried to adjust their style. I’m not a people-pleaser (at least not anymore), and my closet needs my attention, not everyone else’s opinions. Here are some more thoughts on style: It’s perfectly normal and acceptable for not everyone to appreciate your style. Fashion and aesthetics are inherently subjective, shaped by individual experiences, cultural backgrounds, and personal preferences. What appeals to one person...

As of this writing, July is almost over. In a couple of days, August will arrive. But that doesn’t mean that summer is over. Summer is still the season well into September. So what better way to enjoy the warm days than with a class tank top or tee shirt? Tees and Tanks have a long history in the fashion world. They’re a staple in any wardrobe. They can be worn casually or elegantly. These tops can be found at the playground, a gala, and everywhere. A tank or tee can be chic and cosmopolitan with the right accessories. Here is what some fashion magazines say about tanks and tees: ***REPOST**** The 2024 Way to Wear Spring's Chicest Wardrobe Essential You might already have one in your closet. Here's the chicest way to wear cute tank tops this spring. www.vogue.com The 2024 Way to Wear Spring’s Chicest Wardrobe Essential By Alexis Bennett Parker March 19, 2024 When it comes to wardrobe essentials, timeless cute tank tops are the reliable staple to stock up on for both t...

Too Many Tags Wind up in landfills As I was getting ready to start my day on Saturday, I pulled out a pair of cargo pants. I had purchased them from Marshalls. Tan in color, the cargo pants were made by a brand called D.Jeans. I like this brand because their jeans contain stretchy material and always fit me well. The problem wasn’t the pants — it was the tags. There were about six of them in total. Besides the price tag, there was the company’s tag, the size sticker, the materials patch on the back of the pants, a tag on the waist, and a tag attached by a string with a larger version of the company’s name. There were too many tags! I understand that clothing tags are a part of the company’s marketing, but the number of tags on my pants was excessive. It takes time away from the getting ready process. As an avid shopper, I remember a time when clothing had only one tag, maybe two tags max. Now, I spend several minutes cutting and peeling tags off my clothes. Most retailers wher...

When the weather gets hot, the clothes become cool! > Outfit Formula 1: Casual and Breezy Top: Lightweight tank top or a cotton t-shirt Bottom: Denim shorts or a flowy skirt Footwear: Comfortable sandals or slip-on espadrilles Accessories: Sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, and a simple crossbody bag Notes: Opt for light colors and breathable fabrics like cotton or linen to stay cool. Outfit Formula 1: Casual and Breezy Example 1: Top: White cotton tank top Bottom: Light wash denim shorts Footwear: Brown leather sandals Accessories: Black sunglasses, beige wide-brimmed hat, brown crossbody bag Retailers: Top: Old Navy Bottom: Levi's Footwear: Birkenstock Accessories: Ray-Ban, H&M, Target Example 2: Top: Striped cotton t-shirt Bottom: Blue flowy skirt Footwear: White slip-on espadrilles Accessories: Tortoise shell sunglasses, straw hat, wicker crossbody bag Retailers: Top: J.Crew Bottom: Zara Footwear: Soludos Accessories: Warby Parker, Urban Outfitters, Anthr...

The History of Jorts: From Workwear to Fashion Statement Jean shorts, commonly known as "jorts," have experienced a fascinating evolution from their practical origins to their current status as a staple in contemporary fashion. Their history is intertwined with the development of denim and the changing trends in workwear and casual attire. Let's explore the origins, cultural significance, and modern adaptations of jorts, highlighting their enduring popularity. Origins of Denim The story of jorts begins with denim, a sturdy cotton fabric that originated in the French city of Nîmes in the 18th century. Known as "serge de Nîmes," this fabric was later shortened to "denim." By the late 19th century, denim had found its way to the United States, where it became synonymous with durable workwear. Levi Strauss, a German immigrant, played a pivotal role in popularizing denim in America by creating the first pair of blue jeans in 1873 for miners and l...

Find Your Style The survey is designed to determine your personal style preferences in various aspects. Style Survey 1. What's your go-to outfit for a casual day out? a) Jeans and a t-shirt b) A summer dress or shorts and a tank top c) Athletic wear d) A stylish blouse/shirt and tailored pants 2. How do you prefer to accessorize? a) Minimalist - just a watch or simple earrings b) Statement pieces - bold necklaces or earrings c) Functional - like a fitness tracker or sports watch d) Coordinated - matching jewelry and accessories 3. What type of shoes do you wear most often? a) Sneakers b) Sandals or flats c) Athletic shoes d) Heels or dress shoes 4. i>How do you feel about prints and patterns? Which best describes your ideal jacket or outerwear? a) A denim jacket b) A flowy kimono or cardigan c) A sporty windbreaker d) A tailored blazer or trench coat 6. What's your favorite type of bag? a) A backpack b) A boho chic tote c) A sporty duffel bag d) A str...