One secret every stylist knows is that color, texture and shine are the keys to giving your look depth.
When an outfit feels flat or that it’s “missing something”, try incorporating accessories, layering pieces and shoes that add color, texture or shine. This will give your outfit depth, which makes it look more interesting, eye-catching and “special”.
Texture is all about combining different materials that will create contrast and balance. It’s about paying attention to the fabric’s details. It’s about balancing the hard and the soft. Remember that opposites attract and beauty can be found in the contrast! Smooth with rough, leather with lace. It can be as simple as combining prints or layering different types of fabrics to compliment each other.
Color can be anything from adding a POP of color or skillfully pairing multiple shades in the same color family. For Fall I love to play with a warm earthy pallet like rusts, burgundies, forest greens, golds and browns. The colors look lux and give off some serious Fall Vibes!
Shine doesn’t have to be full on disco ball. It could be adding a glossy lipstick, pairing a metallic accented shoe, shiny beaded details and/or layering in a shimmery jacket.
Once you start experimenting with color, texture and shine you’ll see how easy it is!
I swear you will get more compliments than ever before on your look. Pieces you have worn a million times and were tired of will be reinvented and have new life!
Stylist’s Tip: Fishnets are hot again and one of the easiest ways to add in more texture! Try rockin’ this classic leg wear to add a bit of edge to an otherwise ladylike look.
Deal Alert: I scored this brocade bootie for $25 at TJ Maxx this week and saw it at DSW for $139.99 the next day. If you are looking for fun booties at a great price head to TJ Maxx they have a crazy good selection right now!
What I’m Wearing: Nanette Lepore Lace Sheath Dress (this one is from a couple season’s ago BUT H&M has an almost identical one in-store- it’s not available on-line) | Miss Selfridge Cocktail Jacket (similar found here) | TOPSHOP High Neck Blouse (similar found here) | Alexander McQueen De-Manta Clutch | Franco Sarto Jubilee Brocade Bootie | Marilyn Monroe Fishnets |
Click to Shop some key pieces to add Color, Texture and Shine to your look this season:
34 Comments
this look is so beautiful – with your hair color and for fall! I am dying over those booties!
Thank you! These booties were the score of the year! Such a great price!
This looks fab! I wish I were able to bring such different styles and textures together, I’m always so conscious of how I look that I try to stay away from anything daring. It’s great to see people being brave and I love the autmn feel to your look 🙂
Thank you so much! Try it in stages. Add just a little at first!
Love love love this outfit!!!! The hair and boots stole the show!
Thanks babe! These boots are my “buy-of-the-year”
Those boots are so cute! Everything goes so well together and is so unexpected, love it!
Thank you so much! Adding in a bit of sparkle livens things up this season!
This look is super cute, and the place you chose for taking the photos, pure magic!!
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Thank you! The mountains are alway beautiful scenery!
I love this outfit. The fall color palette is so warm and cozy. Your hair color is a cherry on top.
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Thank you!!
I just love your style! Definitely giving some inspiration for some key pieces this season!
Thanks doll! Feeling those fall vibes!
These are great tips! I love colorful outfits and I love how you mixed patterns. 🙂
So glad you liked them!
A magazine worthy post! Gorgeous fall tones.
Awe thanks lady!
These are some of my favorite photos you have done! Beautiful! And fantastic tips as usual!
Thanks babe! Mnt Charleston is always a win lol
This is one of my favorite things about Fall. I love the colors and the warmth they bring during such a cold season!
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Me too the colors create such a beautiful palette!
I love this! one of the most overlooked things for us photographers is to consider style. And it makes such a big difference!
Totally!
Yes I love these tips! They remind me of when I would watch What Not to Wear and Stacy London and Clinton Kelly would always say this! To add layers and textures, I love it so much. I just need to remember it better. Great post!
It really does make a difference!
I saw those booties on your IG! I wanted to go buy some badly! Not bad for the price! Keep these tips coming. Love it!
Right! You can’t pass them up at that price!
Beautiful and different! Love your style!!❤️
Thank you so much!
Great tips not just for fall, but for all seasons! Also, your booties are gorgeous dear.
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Thank you!
I love the Fall colors! These style tips are perfect year ’round. =) Thanks!!!
So glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for stopping by!