Fall Fashion Layering: à la Mode

Layering: a prominent way to bundle up during the fall and winter season. Everyone layers up during the chilly months of the year, but how do you look fashionable doing it? The trick is pretty straightforward. Blazers, military jackets, leather jackets, denim vests, and, of course, you can never go wrong with a scarf. Layering can also include boots and leg warmers, which have been a popular fashion choice lately. By adding colorful, comfortable layers, your layered ensemble can potentially be perked up in no time. 

Now, let's see some examples of prime fashionable options for layering this fall and winter season. Once again, Pinterest is a splendid social media choice for finding stylish, up-to-date layering ideas. 

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Military jackets continue to be a very popular trend, especially for celebrities. There is something about these vintage, combat-looking jackets that is so appealing to the public eye. Perhaps it is the army-green color, or maybe it is the ease and coziness of wearing them. It is a casual look that is perfect for fall and winter. Well-known celebrities such as Kourtney Kardashian (left), Jessica Alba, Minka Kelly, Julianne Hough, and many others have all been photographed lately wearing these green military jackets. This proves that they are undoubtedly here to stay. These three photos to the left also display  the women accessorizing their military jackets with handbags. The black and cognac-colored handbags are two exceptional color choices that coincide very well with the army-green military jackets. Want this look? Search the websites below for the perfect military jacket that matches your very own style.

Michael Kors Handbags- http://www.michaelkors.com/store/catalog/templates/P6VAll.jhtml?itemId=cat3003

Coach Handbags- http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/SearchResultsView?storeId=10551&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&quickOrder=yes&searchTerm=4294967280_8122&cacheKeyword=HANDBAGS%20BROWN&category=HANDBAGS&color=brown&price=&LOC=SR

ShopStyle Military Jackets- http://www.shopstyle.com/browse?fts=military+jacket

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Another trend that peaked over the summer was the denim vest. It seems to add a "cool" touch to virtually any outfit, particularly the maxi skirt, a cute sundress, or a vintage tee. Well, the trend doesn't seem to be dwindling away quite yet. The denim vest layered over a light or bulky sweater is a brand new fashion statement this fall season. It can easily spiff up any sweater, whether it be a light denim vest or a dark denim vest. It is such a popular trend that even the guys are doing it! To the left, Usher rocks a denim vest while in England in 2012. Yes, this may have been over a year ago, but the trend is still going strong, even more so than ever. Would you wear it? Click on the link below to purchase a denim vest to layer your sweaters this fall!

Polyvore- http://www.polyvore.com/denim_vest/shop?query=denim+vest

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I'm sure this is old news as they have been popular for a few years now, but blazers are more of a classier layering choice for fall and winter. The photos on the left display 3 various ways to wear a blazer. First of all, I have to point out the fact that the woman on the far left is wearing an Aztec-patterned tank underneath her blazer. As I stated in my previous blog, Aztec is the go-to pattern for sweaters this year. The middle picture portrays a great layering example of a blazer incorporating a scarf. She is also wearing a felt-floppy hat, as Lauren Conrad stated to be a huge fashion trend this fall. Overall, a very fashionable fall look. The picture on the far right shows a more casual look for a blazer. She simply coupled it with a pair of pastel pink skinny jeans and a knitted tank-- a more comfortable look. In general, there are endless amounts of ways to wear a blazer, but these three photos are just three examples of how you can pull a blazer off this fall. 

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As I mentioned above, layering can also include boots paired with leg warmers. This look, as the old saying goes, kills two birds with one stone. Not only will your toes and legs be remarkably warm, but you will look like a fashionista doing it. It is a fun and interesting way to create new looks for your wardrobe by pairing it with jeans, leggings, tights, or whatever your heart desires! This look was very popular last year and continues to be an ideal layering choice for 2013 as well. Von Maur, Steve Madden, Cordoba, and Nine West are some great options for purchasing leather riding boots. As for the leg warmers, these can be purchased virtually anywhere!

Steve Madden Boots- http://www.stevemadden.com/CategoryItem.aspx?id=595&nav=1051&np=595_1051

Kohls Leg Warmers- http://www.kohls.com/catalog/womens-socks-and-hosiery-clothing.jsp?CN=4294720878+4294719514+4294719810&pfx=pfx_google_roi&cid=aagaccessories&gclid=CPekhvfzr7oCFY0-MgodeFkAWw&gclsrc=aw.ds

As I explained in this blog post, layering is the perfect way to bundle up during this fall and winter season and to look "a la mode" doing it. Hopefully it gave you some insight on some exceptional ways to layer your own wardrobe in a trendy fashion this year! Also, see a previous blog post of mine on how to incorporate the ever-so-popular black leather jacket into your fall attire!