This fall and winter’s trendy looks
Tamara Nakonechny, Addition Elle’s lead designer, said her favourite fashion trends this fall are “blazers, feminine sweaters and the colour red.”
“I love the resurgence of suiting,” she said. “I think the blazer is the key item to dress up any outfit. It is so much fun that we are seeing it in different textures and silhouettes. It is great worn with a dress pant and blouse for a more serious look or with a screen tee and jeans for a more casual feeling.”
For a fashion-forward midfall look, “wearing a fleece tunic dress with a pair of fishnet stockings and thigh-high boots is a really great way to pull off the luxury ‘athleisure’ trend that we are seeing,” she said. “And for our fashion-conscious career woman, a ruffle-edged wrap skirt with a lace ruffle blouse is an easy look to wear to the office and still looks good going out for drinks after work.”
There are also some new trends on the horizon for the winter season.
“Texture is key for winter. For people who do not love prints, this is a great option for refreshing your look,” Nakonechny said. “Texture comes in many forms this winter season, including cosy knits with interesting stitches, laces for a more romantic look, metallic jerseys for a rock ’n’ roll night out look and brocades for a more formal Christmas party.” And some tips work all year. “Highlight your best features. We all have something that we love (about) our bodies. Don’t hide your body under a boxy tent. When you know what your best feature is, show it off,” Nakonechny said. “If you have great legs, wear a short skirt. If you love your bust, wear a low-cut top. If you have a waistline with great curves, cinch it.
“Most importantly, wear your outfit with confidence. This is the key to looking good.”