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MOA Trend Specialist Sara Rogers on Fall Trends for Women

This fall, women’s fashion is all about “dressing like a lady,” says Mall of America trend specialist Sara Rogers. “Clothes are more refined, tailored, pretty.”

With this ladylike look comes a more coordinated system of matching shoes, belts, and handbags. As expected, black, gray, and brown are dominant colors for fall and winter apparel, but the emergence of cobalt blue, warm yellow, deep purple, and chartreuse green add some bold hues to the fashion landscape. The pairing of navy blue and black, especially in menswear-inspired styles for women, creates a polished look that stays in harmony with the refined trend for fall. Rogers says that sleeve interests and over-the-elbow gloves are also prevalent among fall collections. Long gloves can be worn with three-quarter-length sleeves for a chic, pulled-together day look or with a sleeveless shift dress for a mod evening ensemble.

Opaque tights, patent leather, and metallic accessories, which were introduced last fall, stay prominent this season, as well as wide waist-clenching belts. Rogers says that defining the waist is especially popular this year, whether it be with a wide belt, double belt, corset, or a silhouette-enhancing piece.

For denim, Rogers reveals that medium to dark washes, in every cut, are popular this season. High-waisted and wide-leg trouser styles are becoming more common, but we’ll also continue to see skinny jeans, straight-leg, and boot cut.

Ballet flats remain fashionable with casual day and evening looks, but pointed toes, menswear-inspired oxfords, and stacked heels are more on-trend. Plus, look for the booty, a modern cross between a boot and a shoe, which works well with leggings and skirts.

Sara’s Fall Checklist:
x   Opaque Tights
x   Tops with Sleeve Interests
x   Patent Leather
x   Over-the-elbow Gloves
x   Empire-Waist Frock
x   Swing or Shift Dress
x   Oxford Shoes
x   Statement Piece for Outerwear