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Friday, September 21, 2018

My Fall Mood…Going for The Gold

My Fall Mood…Going for The Gold

Tomorrow is the fall equinox so it seemed timely to put together a collection of the color palette and pieces pinned to my digital mood board. I’ve had my eye on a beautiful shade of warm mustard but didn’t really consider how I’d incorporate it into my wardrobe. I wasn’t sure what type of item would work best and get lots of wear. I knew it needed to be a pop, rather than a head to toe look and I wanted something more substantial than an accessory or shoe. Enter the Bella Freud corduroy blazer. My current fall mood board above sums up exactly how I envision styling my find.

blazer, black sweater, ecru jean, ecru sweater, leather pant, belt, boot

BLAZER, PANT, NECKLACE, BRACELET, SHIRT/SIMILAR, SNEAKERS/SIMILAR

First, the color is gorgeous and exactly what I had in mind. It has a subtle 70s vibe which I like, but the sharp tailoring nudges the vintage meter more towards a modern classic. A flattering shade of gold, it injects life to the denim in my closet, but I’m really liking the contrast with ecru, charcoal and black. Pop a white shirt underneath and it’s super crisp.

Speaking of denim, ecru jeans are acting as the anchor to many of my fall looks. If you can find a pair with contrast stitching, that’s a bonus point. Khaite makes a wide-leg cropped style, the Wendell, with all the right details and a good fit that explains the brand’s current cult status which has quickly propelled to the top of my favorites this season.

Leather pants will always be around, but this season, they look best with a straight leg, even slightly cropped. Joseph reinvents their signature Den pant (also available in dark denim) in leather fused to stretch-cotton guaranteeing a comfortable and flattering fit. The button front adds a cool detail and is more interesting than a classic zipper front. The cut hits all the right marks in what I consider the perfect leather pant.

I like my sweaters pretty basic and don’t steer too far away from classic colors. An updated silhouette is often what drives the sale and currently loose, cropped shapes top my list which happen to work beautifully with high-waisted bottoms. I’m eyeing Theory’s hooded cashmere to round out my black sweater selection. The pointelle-knit detailing and wide ribbed trim on By Malene Birger’s oversized sweater were the selling points to justify adding another ecru sweater to my wardrobe. I’m considering it in camel too.

Western accents are big this fall, but I’m only on board in small doses. I’ve never been a fringe or cowboy boot gal, but a cool belt is right up my alley. Personally, I think it’s a classic investment and adore Isabel Marant’s interpretation of the trend. This is a season-less beauty that would look chic with a dress, over a blazer and naturally with jeans or trousers.

Usually there’s a boot for the season that’s on everyone’s radar. This fall, I think the options are wide. Variations on kitten, cone and block heels, fitted sock style or a slouchy shaft, cowboy or combat, they’re all available. I like the combination of several of these elements in Prada’s black suede boot which can be worn slouched or folded over. A metal-tipped heel adds an elevated note.

FALL LEAFING ROAD TRIP
ECRU SWEATER, BLACK SWEATER, JEANS, BAG

SWEATER, JEANS, SANDALS/SIMILAR
STUDIO VISIT TO LORRAINE PENNINGTON
SWEATER, JEANS/SIMILAR, SANDALS/SIMILAR, PINKY RING, RINGS/SIMILAR, AND HERE

BLAZER, PANT, STRIPED TOP, EARRING
STUDIO VISIT TO LORRAINE PENNINGTON

 

ECRU JEANS, OR HERE, SWEATER, LEATHER PANT, BRACELET/SIMILAR

SWEATER, LEATHER PANT, RING & SIMILAR, LOAFER/SIMILAR
CALISTOGA POTTERY
BLAZER, SHIRT/SIMILAR, PANTS, BAG/SIMILAR, NECKLACE

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  1. Liz Velasquez

    September 21, 2018

    I bought the Malene Birger camel sweater a couple months ago. It’s a great looking classic which I will wear with Khaite’s ecru Benny jean. I love the look of the Wendell jean, but I’m only 5’2” and fear it won’t look good on me. I recently bought J Brand’s Joan jean in gold corduroy, which I find flattering. I absolutely love the pics of you wearing sandals with your sweaters. I live in Texas, so I can adopt that look!!

    • Karima

      September 22, 2018

      Sandals and sweaters are one of my uniforms in Southern California. It just rarely gets cold enough to seriously bundle up.

    • Karima

      September 22, 2018

      I’m going to look at J Brand’s jean in gold too…

  2. Olga Baleta

    September 21, 2018

    You look very elegant! I’m sure you are a very nice human being.

  3. Nora

    September 22, 2018

    Excelente elección!!!
    Muy chic!!!

  4. Kathy

    September 22, 2018

    You look fabulous. I love that saffron color and we both bought the Nili Lotan jacket in it for the summer. Love it with olive green too. What size did you buy the By MB sweater? I love both the ivory and camel but I don’t like these HUGE on me. Thanks.

    • Karima

      September 22, 2018

      Yes. I wore the Nili jacket often in the spring and it will be a good transitional piece for fall while we wait for the weather to cool down a bit. I also love this whole mustard story with navy. The By Malene Birger sweater is big. I bought a medium (what Im wearing in the pics) but think a small would have worked just as well.

      • KSL

        September 22, 2018

        Thanks

  5. Kim

    September 22, 2018

    Karima, I’ve been eyeing several of these pieces (love that jacket), but never know how to put it together with piece I already own. You just solved my problem. Thank you!

    • Karima

      September 22, 2018

      You are welcome. The jacket also looks good with navy (jeans and striped shirt) and olive green. It’s surprisingly versatile.

  6. Angela

    September 22, 2018

    This fall story is sooo beautiful. Love all of your selections. You look fabulous ! I want everything :)

  7. KSL

    September 22, 2018

    That gold saffron is also gorgeous with gray – it’s a very versatile color.

  8. Lynn Gardner

    September 22, 2018

    Hi Karima, we saw pops of that beautiful saffron color in Milan and loved it. I love your photos; really inspiring. :)

  9. Ines

    September 22, 2018

    I love everything! And your hair looks absolutely beautiful!

  10. KSL

    September 27, 2018

    I order the By Marlene Birger sweater in camel, and it’s so good, that I just ordered in the ivory. I wish it came in black as well. Or charcoal. Thanks Karima – great find!

  11. Kim

    September 28, 2018

    The Bella Freud jacket just arrived and it’s Perfect. The color is beautiful (bright, but not too yellow) and the fabric is such a nice hefty corduroy, yet still very soft. Oh, the places it will go!

    Btw, I was disappointed that NAP sold out of the Theory cashmere hoodie. I put myself on the waiting list. Any idea if they plan to re-stock?

    • Karima

      September 28, 2018

      I’m glad the Bella Freud worked for you. It’s a pretty special find. I don’t know if NAP will restock the Theory cashmere hoodie, but there are a few left from their UK site here. There is also one by Allude that I like just as much, although it’s more oversized.

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