Hang up your swimsuit and stow your flip-flops: Fall fashion is here, with sophisticated looks touting polished jackets, bold statement colors and textural patterns. Lay the foundation for the globally-inspired style by mixing tribal and ethnic motifs with vivid graphic shapes and contrasting silhouettes. And don’t save your chicest looks for special occasions — we’re getting all dressed up for everywhere we go.
Big pic on the right: Freshen up the classic blazer with a punchy hue.
BB Dakota blazer, $89
Tolani top, $132
Joe’s Jeans, $165 – Scout & Molly’s
Vince Camuto necklace, $68 – Belk
Left: Dare to mix: Neutral snakeskin and painterly colors enliven the eye.
Nanette Lepore dress, $428
Vince Camuto necklace, $48, and cuff, $128
Kate Spade satchel, $398 – Belk
Right: Slim pants show off a breezy hi-lo blouse.
Marc Jacobs top, $248 and pants, $248
Kenneth Cole necklace, $42
Vince Camuto stacking rings, $48, and long necklace, $48
Frye satchel, $468
Sam Edelman booties, $139 – Belk
Left: Embark on a sophisticated safari with graphic giraffes and woven leather accents.
Trina Turk blouse, $268, and skirt, $238
Michael Kors clutch, $108
Vince Camuto necklace, $68 – Belk
Right: A tried-and-true shirt dress gets a modern makeover.
Alice & Trixie dress, $352 – Scout & Molly’s
Vince Camuto necklace, $88 – Belk
Left: Go head-to-toe bold with eye-catching graphics and plum pants.
Hi-lo top, $36
Henry & Belle skinny jeans, $150
Necklace, $34
Black tote, $64 – Swagger
Right: Ladylike lace is sweet and sassy in edgy black.
Lace blouse, $46
Teardrop earrings, $16 – Swagger
Left: Opposites attract with luxe quilting and tough leather, chunky hardware and shimmery skirt.
French Connection shell, $58
Elie Tahari skirt, $228
Michael Kors jacket, $475 – Belk
Right: Go for the gold — with jewelry, embellishments and details — for shimmer and shine around the clock.
Joe’s Jeans, $165
Sanctuary Clothing field jacket, $149 – Scout & Molly’s
Studded scarf, $20 – Swagger
Vince Camuto cuff, $128 – Belk
Left: A tribal motif looks fresh in lively colors.
Aztec shift dress, $36
Teardrop necklace, $24
Clutch, $28 – Swagger
Betsy Johnson bracelets, $40 – Belk
Where to Shop
Swagger Gifts with Attitude
Lochmere Pavillion
2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary
(919) 858-5884
Swaggergifts.com
Scout & Molly’s of Cary
Stone Creek Village
402 Ledgestone Way, Cary
(919) 465-7441
Scoutandmollysofcary.com
Belk
Crabtree Valley Mall
4325 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh
(919) 782-7010
Cary Towne Center
105 Walnut St., Cary
(919) 467-5050
belk.com
Special thanks to Twisted Scizzors Salon & Spa stylists Amanda Kimball and Linsey Devenow for providing hair and makeup, and to Waverly Place, Fresca Café and Gelato, Whole Foods, Gigi’s Cupcakes and Enrigo Italian Bistro for location.
Twisted Scizzors
High House Crossing Shopping Center
2751 NC 55, Cary
(919) 303-7775
twistedscizzorsonline.com
Waverly Place
302 Colonades Way, Cary
waverlycary.com
