The 8 key autumn/winter 2014 fashion trends you need to know about

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Cara introduces the monogrammed luxury Burberry blanket to the world (Picture: Getty)

Autumn/winter is our absolute favourite season of the year (just so you know, we think in fashion seasons rather than those of the meteorological variety – much easier to distinguish).

British people dress better in winter than they do in summer. Fact.
We much prefer wrapping ourselves in snuggly coats and layers of soft knit. In fact, we dream in cashmere.
And with shops receiving their first delivery of new season AW14 clothes next month (true story), here’s all you need to know about the key trends.


1. 60s mods

The A-line shift, seen here at the Louis Vuitton show, is everything for autumn (Picture: AFP PHOTO / BERTRAND GUAY BERTRAND GUAY/AFP/Getty Images)

Every season has its signature decade these days and this time round it’s the 60s, as seen at Nicolas Ghesquiere’s first show for Louis Vuitton which featured structured A-line shifts, knee-high shiny leather boots and luxe polo necks.
Gucci’s more glamorous take saw brown leather A-lines paired with ruffled leather shirts, while Valentino gave us bright printed tunics.

60s minis and bold print is also a key look a la Valentino (Picture: AFP PHOTO / MIGUEL MEDINA MIGUEL MEDINA/AFP/Getty Images)

Note, pointed 60s flats and mini boxy handbags are also having a moment. It’s 60s with a modern twist.

2. Fairy tales come true

Giant fur hoods and deep rich reds hit the Dolce & Gabbana AW14 catwalk (Picture: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)Dolce & Gabbana turned storytellers with their dark, unctuous take on traditional fairy tales for AW14. Think huge fur hoods, jade green embellished capes and enchanting Little Red Riding Hood thick ruby coats.

Christopher Kane’s dramatic origami dresses were the talk of the town at London Fashion Week (Picture: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)

Elsewhere, there was no less drama at Christopher Kane with his delicious 3D millefeuille dresses and tuilled spiral arms. Oh, and don’t forget Preen’s Darth Vader sweats.
Expect shops to be littered with hooded capes and bold embellished detail, particularly when the colder weather hits.

3. Designer normcore

Margaret Howell gives us normcore for grown-ups (Picture: Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)

Don’t groan. Yes, normcore’s gone high fashion. Also described as ‘perfectly boring’, the key to this trend is beautifully tailored louche trouser suits, soft wool jumpers, and a lot of classic grey, navy and black. This is about wearing the very best classic pieces you can afford, to make your life as simple and comfortable as possible. As seen at Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs and Margaret Howell.

Cara and Joan Smalls love their comfy normcore shoes and sweats at Stella McCartney (Picture: AFP PHOTO / PATRICK KOVARIK PATRICK KOVARIK/AFP/Getty Images)

Just remember, this is designer normcore, so leave the hoody at home.

4. Portrait of an artist

Indulge in Burberry’s dissolving autumnal water-colour prints for AW14 (Picture: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

Burberry often creates trends all on its own these days. And it’s no different this season with Christopher Bailey celebrating the boho artists and writers of the 1920s, known as the Bloomsbury set. Beautiful, whimsical watercolour scarves were layered over dresses and worn with drawstring ankle boots and either a shearling jacket or one of those monogrammed blankets.

One for the creative spirit inside all of us.

This was a quick look at 4 of the 8 key autumn /winter 2014 fashion trends. I invite you to go to Metro and read the remaining article. Metro is a great fashion site to visit and has become one of my favourites. 

Lavender Love

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The Feminine Look With Some Street Edge: 

  With the fall season now upon us, it's a must that you incorporate cool pieces that never go out of style with trendy ones. And thanks to today's Style Set "Lavender Love" we're showing you how you can give a feminine look and some street edge.

   The Tomboy look is definitely in this season, but for a new take on the trend, we love the idea of pairing feminine colors like pastel purples, pinks and blues to give an otherwise boyish look some girly appeal. While rocking a knit beanie, dyed denim jacket, cropped knit sweater and comfy jogging pants is an autumn-friendly ensemble, you can definitely take your style up a notch by rocking a pair of trendy chained ankle strap heels! Thanks to Shiekh Shoes for this inspirational look at fashion this week.

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Trendy Fashions for My Favourite Trendy Women

Trendy Fashions

A Woman's Favourite Things In Transition:

   This has been a real busy week for me, I have been updating A Woman's Favourite Things web site. It's transitioning from an older look into a much newer cleaner look. I have even changed the name a bit to Trendy Fashions. The focus of the web site remains the same, and that's to bring you a link to some of the best fashion Online Retail stores on the web.

   You will find a sampling of fashions from just a few of the Online Retailers that we have showcased so please be patient as we transition to the newer look. We plan in the future to expand into other categories that I hope you will enjoy exploring. So let me share with you a few of my newly inspired fashion apparel web pages with you. As you will see you can now easily shop by merchandise category on the top navigational bar or you can click and see details on a few fashion features from that retail store. We have added the social media buttons to the bottom so please explore these social media venues.

   About Me, I would encourage you to explore the ME button in the social media area at the bottom as well. Hey Iam just an average guy who is happily married to the same beautiful lady for over 44 years. Explore my experiences and interests and my life's great adventures.

   Well enough about me, what about you? Your comments are always welcomed and respected. We have women from all over the world viewing this blog and I appreciate each one of you and I thank you for your support. Its not an easy task to launch a new blog or a new web site, but its fun and challenging and you encourage me when you come and visit me each week.

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eShakti A Fresh Concept in Fashion

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eShakti's Concept of Fashion Customization

-eShakti believes that all women have the right to wear affordable fashion that is made for them and makes them look their absolute best-

-The eSakti Story- eshakti began as a small website offering basic cottons and modestly embellished pieces. As they grew, they were tasked with providing design and fit solutions to meet their customer's needs. Today, they are an international fashion design company making custom clothing. Offering both style and fit customization for women size 0 through 36 is the heart of their business. 

How Do They Stack Up?

  To simply put it, custom clothing does not have to be expensive. By keeping up with technology as it is advancing, they are able to provide customization at a modest cost. Their design teams are based in New York, California and India which gives them a diverse fashion perspective. Their clothing is made in India in their own factories and in local factories that produce some of the leading brands at retail. They do not stock any sizes. Since each style- whether standard sized, custom styled or custom sized- is cut to order, they do not have to warehouse their merchandise. Therefore, you will notice that every style requires your height measurement, whether you are customizing or not. This ensures you a "truer" fit. They ship directly to you. That helps them to keep their fashion affordable. 

eSakti Custom Clothing That Fits

Button Front Embellished Skirt

$69.95
Color: Black/Navy

Pretty pleats and contrast buttons add feminine flair to our flattering poplin skirt embellished in winter florals.

• Front button closure
• Front patch pockets with contrast trim
• Below knee length
• Lined in poly nylon taffeta
• Cotton,woven poplin, lightly crisp, no stretch, mid-weight
• Machine wash

Scalloped Colorblock Hem Poplin Dress

$89.95
Color: Black/deep navy

Our feminine poplin dress is styled with a notched scooped neck, princess seamed bodice and a full flared skirt with scalloped colorblocking at the hem that's ready for a spin on the dance floor.

• Slips on over head; partial side zip closure.
• Elbow- length sleeves with ruched shoulders and contrast cuffs
• Side seam pockets
• Below knee length
• Cotton, woven poplin, pre- shrunk and bio- polished, light crisp feel, no stretch, midweight
• Machine wash

Cotton Knit Surplice Top

$59.95

Color: Tomato Red

Puckered pleats and pretty peplum charm our cotton knit Empire-waist top with a soft stretch and a deep neckline.

• Slips on over head; partial side zip closure
• Low V-neck
• Three-quarter length sleeves with ruched shoulders
• Mid-thigh length
• Cotton/spandex, jerseyknit, light stretch, midweight
• Machine wash cold.

I hope you have enjoyed the shopping experience today at this fine retailer. Christmas is coming and now is the time to plan those gifts and be sure to add to your favourite fall wardrobe. Enjoy! 

Modcloth Introduces Myrtlewood and Bea & Dot

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Modcloth's Introduces Two Private Label Brands:  Myrtlewood and Bea & Dot

Something new and exciting has just happened in the fashion industry. You like a new style because trying something new is what you have been looking for this fall. Yes your clothes in your closet look good but there is something missing, until now, and this is exciting because Modcloth has introduced two Private Label Brands that promise to please you so let's take a look at Myrtlewood and Bea & Dot.   

Darling In The Diamond Dress

Featuring an array of playful prints,feminine silhouettes, and classic cuts.

Modcloths private label brands were conceived with the best of vintage in mind. Inspired by the owner, Susan's very own wardrobe favorites.

  These two Private Label Brands Bea & Dot boasts to make you stand out in a crowd with it's unique prints and flirty embellishments.

  While Mirtlewood Brand showcases retro details that evoke a classic feminine style. Both Brands are sure to please so let's take a look.

Lay of The Library Sweater

All Hands On Spec Script Dress

Lay of The Library Sweater:

You personalized recommendations and literary knowledge are an invaluable asset to library-goers. Stroll the stacks in this polka-dotted sweater from Bea & Dot, and bookworms will soon be looking to you for fashion tips, as well! Featuring a bow accent and white dots, this mint-trimmed, Modcloth - exclusive black knit writes the book on posh, polished looks. Layered over a pleated A-line and oxfords, this charming sweater will circulate your style smarts with the utmost of ease.

All Hands on Spec Script Dress:

You're placing the final touches on your original screenplay, and you're dressed to inspire in this Modcloth- exclusive dress from Myrtlewood! Like the intricate characters in your feature- length film, this plaid, 100% cotton frock showcases many dimensions of enchanting details, such as cap sleeves, a black-trimmed V-neck, and tiers of ruffles on its navy-blue and white skirt.

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Shine On Shine On Harvest Swoon

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Modcloths Vintage Clothing Fall "Swoon" 

As the weather transitions,leaf by leaf, into full-fledged fall, we can't help but dream of rustic cabins, evenings spent around the fireplace, and mugs of steaming hot cider. Of course, we're craving cozy fall fashion, too, so today we're giving you an exclusive sneak peek at the looks from our new vintage collection, harvest Swoon.

Paired perfectly with some of our latest and greatest autumn-ready wares, these uniquely styled ensembles will have you ready for any fall festival. Take a gander at the looks below and be sure to check out the full collection when it launches on Monday! 

----- Excerpt taken from Modcloth's Fashion Blog ---- Written by Julie O ---

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Modcloth's Famous Stylish Suprise

Modcloth's Happy Pinning Party

1920's Great Gatsby Fashion

Modcloth's New Day New Arrivals

Seeking Indie Styles

Wondering What's Back?

Great Gifts at Modcloth

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