How to Wear Multiple Trends at the Same Time

Trends are fluid.

That is one big fashion lesson I try to teach my clients.

With every season comes new trends and it’s no secret how excited I’ve been for this fall. I’ve posted about my favorite trends countless times in the last few weeks- even braving 115 degree heat wearing layers to get those photos… lol.

This season there are so many trends to fall in love with that it’s hard to settle on just one and you don’t have to! You CAN wear multiple trends at the SAME TIME. You have probably already been doing it and didn’t even realize!

Because of the fluidity of trends combining them can create a look that is not only visually interesting but also unique and packed with your own personal style!

Don’t know where to begin? Pairing trends is easy once you get the hang of it. To get your started, I put together a few of my guidelines and tips that will have you rockin’ multiple fall trends together at once like a fashion pro.

Pick a Statement Piece to be the focal point of your look. Having one statement piece like this allows you to strategically work the remainder of your outfit around one theme. Whether you’re highlighting a fun print or a unique cut, this will serve as the anchor to your look.
Combine high with low new with old. Keeping up with trends doesn’t always have to be expensive. I’m a huge fan of mixing old pieces with new and fast-fashion, vintage and thrifted pieces with luxe brands.
Make a Color Story. Use one color to carry through and tie it all together. Choosing a complementary color palette will help keep your trending looking streamlined.
Know What Works For You. Confidence is key. If you like it, wear it and rock it! People respond to and are drawn to confidence! So, if you’re feeling it, everyone else will too!

Fall 2018 is packed with fun trends so I put together a look featuring four of my favorites: Western Inspired, Plaid, 90s grunge and Florals.

This gorgeous floral dress from Smak Parlour is my Statement Piece. I paired it with a Western Inspired denim jacket, suede bag and bandana then layered in 90’s grunge-esc combat boots and a plaid shirt which hits both the 90’s grunge and the plaid trend. The plaid shirt ties in the red from the floral print to help bring the look together.

Four trends, one cohesive look! Give it a try!

What trends will you be combining this Fall?

Stylist’s Tip: It’s time to dust off those Dr. Martens you wore in college- combat boots are back as one of Fall’s hottest shoe trends!

Click to SHOP some of my Favorite Combinable Pieces This Season:

Smak Parlour Two Best Babes Designing Awesome Clothing

That perfect fit. That perfect dress.

It’s the unicorn we all chase. Buying something straight off the rack and having it fit like a dream. Well, today I met (or should I say wore) a unicorn and it was created by Smak Parlour.

You may not know the name but you have definitely seen their designs. Available at shops such as MODCLOTH, Unique Vintage and on thier own website, Smak Parlour has been rapidly gaining a savvy fashion following.

It all began when two fashion-loving gals met, became BFF’s and decided the world was better when they liked their outfits.

Abby and Katie were uninspired by the mall selection, so they began hunting through thrift shops to find fabrics and details they liked then cut up and reassemble their thrift shop finds to create their own looks, and an extensive joint clothing collection. After fashion school, many jobs in retail and a time in NYC’s garment district, they made the decision not to wait for opportunity, but to create it. The duo designed a line of deconstructed and embellished tees that they sold to boutiques across the country out of the trunk of their car.

#BOSSBABES right!

Orders were fulfilled via all-nighters with the help of Katie’s mom and the use of her basement. What followed was a loyal fan base and the confidence to open their own shop featuring their designs.

With sewing machines, tailors and bolts of fabric on site, 2005 saw the launch of their pink brick and mortar Smak Parlour, in Philadelphia’s Old City neighborhood. They put all start-up costs on credit cards, and had them paid off within four years. The boutique achieved critical acclaim in news outlets such as BBC, the New York Times, Glamour and Vogue. From its beginnings as their in-house label, Smak Parlour has grown into an international wholesale brand that is American made in downtown LA.

Abby & Katie design what they love, it’s as simple as that. Their fits have been perfected through more than a decade of first-hand experience from their own shop utilizing women of diverse sizing as fit models and the proof it in the dress. A perfect fit every-time.

Smak Parlour aims to satisfy the need for stand-out yet wearable women’s designs that compliment vintage and cross over to contemporary. The Smak Parlour Cut & Sew Collection boasts one-of-a-kind fabrics created from original artwork popping with plenty of print play…life is too short to wear boring clothes! Everything is domestically produced in the USA and directly supports small businesses and independent artists.

What I Love about this Dress: Ummmm of course the fit! One of my favorite things to do is layer dresses with shirts and this dress has that look built right in PLUS it has pockets, a bow and its totally twirlable!