Finally, the season I so love for fashion has started to make an appearance; well sort of. Those who know me really well know I love summer and it is my absolute favourite season, but there is something about autumn and winter fashion that is just captivating - luxurious and soft materials, tasteful layering, a warm colour palette...
In Malta, we are blessed with sunshine all year round and by sunshine, I mean hot days even in the middle of February. Nonetheless, when it gets cold, the temperatures drop enough for me to pile on layers of clothing I had been shopping for since mid-summer and secretly wanted colder weather to wear them).
With self-isolation and partial lockdowns being the order of the day, it is easy to get stuck in a rut of wearing tracksuits and oversize loungewear but I didn't want to fall in that trap so I still make an effort to dress up whenever I can. However, in the light of appreciating comfortable clothes and shoes more, I have tried to reflect that in the outfits that I chose for this post, where I want to highlight key trends and how to style them.
You will see that some trends overlap between these 4 outfits and that is just so you can see how easy it is to incorporate them in your wardrobe. I also wanted to highlight the importance of investing in key pieces that will stand the test of time, both from a fashion trend perspective as well as how good the material is. For example, one of the blazers I used for this shoot is 8 years old and it still looks brand new. Also, invest in accessories as they are what brings an outfit together and make you stand out. Without further ado, let's dive into the trends!
#1 - Blazers
Blazers are a key part of transitional dressing, hence the importance of investing in them and making sure they fit perfectly. This year, expect a lot of checked blazers and two-tone blazers as the stand-out pieces. Dressed up or down, the blazer can effortlessly take you from day to night! Investing in good quality materials and classic cuts ensures you'll get to wear your blazers for a long time.
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| Blazer - Zara (from 2 years ago) | T-shirt - Uniqlo | Trousers - MissGuided at ASOS | Sneakers - Adidas Originals Sleek Bag - YSL | Necklaces and hoop earrings - MVintage | Stud earrings and cuff - Kalk |
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| Blazer - H&M (8 years old!) | Scarf - Burberry | Necklace - Mango |
#2 - Lilac, #3 - Leather, #4 - Mules
Lilac is going to be huge this season and I would say it is not a colour I expected to see during this time of year and it is not a colour I wear that often. A few key pieces cleverly incorporated in your wardrobe should do the trick. Another trend I wanted to point out in this outfit are the mules. Mules will be here to stay this season but they get a more autumny feel with quilting patterns and darker colours. I paired the sweater with a real leather skirt. Leather is always huge and it doesn't have to be in black or a jacket - experiment with it and see what works best for you.
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| Sweater - Mango | Chain Necklace - MVintage | Necklace with pendant - Michael Kors |
Apart from the pictures beautifully captured by Deborah from Capture the Moment, here I have some more outfits in which I wore leather items in different colours.
#5 - Animal Print
Animal print is another ubiquitous trend that has been given a fresh new look this year - zebra print and snakeskin and two firm favourites with me and I especially love the subtle print on this sweater. When it comes to accessories, snakeskin is my favourite especially in neutral colours - guaranteed to go with everything!
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| Sweater and rope necklace - Mango | Bag - Charles & Keith |
#6 - Chains
Whether layered around your neck, worn as belts or on a bag or shoes, chains are huge this year. Have fun experimenting with different styles and sizes and see what works best for you!
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| Chain necklace - MVintage | Rope necklace - Mango |
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| Necklaces - MVintage |
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| Necklace - Mango |
#7 - The Curated Ear
I have finally jumped on this bandwagon a couple of months ago when I got my upper lobes pierced. I never leave the house without earrings and now that I have space for more I love curating my earrings to match my mood and outfits. I am now looking to add a couple more piercings on my right ear which is always exposed 😉
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| Hoop earring - MVintage | Stud earring and ear cuff - Kalk |
All photographs by Deborah from Capture the Moment unless otherwise stated.
