Darkness Falls This Season

TAKE A WALK ON THE DARK SIDE
This season we are shifting back to black. Since when was wearing black ever considered fashion forward? You don't have to be considered goth anymore to wear all black.You have the power to make this color your own. One of the most classic, timeless colors is black. We all know this time of the year is a gloomy part of the year, so we feel like we can dress like it. Who cares? If I feel like wearing black I will wear black. I'm still a girly girl whose favorite color is pink, but I do like me some black. Wear black skinnies with a black leather jacket and you can never go wrong. What about the ever-so-famous LBD?! Take full advantage of it! Dare to bare in a black dress with a plunging neckline or opt for a dress with cut-outs for a more funky look. Black tights turn any dress or skirt up a notch to make you look super polished and professional. Bundle up in a warm black coat to hide your gloominess.  Basic black doesn't have to mean BORING! Be effortless, like Coco Chanel.

Ugly Christmas Sweater? No Way

Look festive without looking like you are trying to hard. Let's get one thing straight. Nobody actually wants to look ugly at an ugly Christmas sweater party. There are holiday traditions that will always remain: picking out your Christmas tree, baking gingerbread cookies with grandma, unwrapping those presents under the tree. But one present that seems like it is here to stay: ugly Christmas sweaters. We have made this tacky holiday event into a trend that lasts all the holiday season. There is nothing wrong with looking festive, you just don't need to wear a shirt that has light up bulbs that blink. Take it in moderation but still have fun with it. Why do we love these festive sweaters so much? They give us instant holiday cheer! It's never to early to get in the holiday spirit. Some of us get the winter blues, because contrary to belief this isn't the most cheerful time of the year, but you can make it fun if you try!

Get this reindeer sweater at ASOS for $59.95

Get this Christmas tree sweater at WILDFOX COUTURE for $297

Get this snowflake sweater by Alice + Olivia for $440

Combat to Me

Where are the tough-girl "soles" in this world? Literally. Accentuate your feet with the soles of combat boots. Sometimes we need a break from cutesy outfits and diamonds and all that jazz. You don't have to dress like an androgynous person to rock these boots! These shoes can be used to accent your girlish pieces. Back in the day these rough n' tough boots were woolly socks flannel worthy, now they're tights and floral worthy. You don't have to feel obligated to wear jeans and a leather jacket with your combat boots. Mix it up and don't be afraid to wear them with dresses and skirts of all types. Do something different and pair your combat boots with a maxi dress or if you're feeling those military vibes wear some skinnies and a green jacket with leather sleeves. Feeling hipster? How about some high waisted shorts with black tights and a baggy sweater. If you're still feeling those flannel roots there is nothing wrong with the classic look of a flannel and  a beanie.

Not only are combat boots cute, but they are extremely sustainable and comfy- which is an added plus to looking great.These boots are just as important in the fashion world and they are in military training!

The top left buckled boots are Lucky Brand and can be found at Nordstrom. The bottom left old school lace up shoes are Shi Ryder and can be found at Journey's. The top left with a little pop of colored floral is Steve Madden and can be found at Nordstrom and the bottom Doc lookalikes are Arizona and can be found and JCPenney.

Rock Around the Clock

It smells like teen spirit in the crisp, fall air. Rock out this season in your new fall clothes. And no, you don't have to be in a rock band or a Nirvana music video to channel your inner Madonna. You can do this in a tasteful, modern way without looking like you just game here from the 1990s grunge phase. Welcome to the redefined 21st century: edgier than ever.

Live in Leather: What better way to be edgy then to wear a little leather? Or a lot! Leather, whether it's real or not, looks good on almost everyone. Are you biker chic? Add a leather jacket to a pair of skinnies, and a baggy T and top it off with a hat and black booties. Are you a leggy gal? Then leather pants are perfect for you! For a casual look add an over the shoulder T and an infinity scarf and some sneaker wedges. For a nighttime look wear your leather pants with a bold peplum top and some insane pumps. Feeling girly but still want to look edgy? Wear a leather skirt! Tight or flowy, either or looks great. Wear a tight leather skirt with a cropped top or a slightly baggy shirt. For the flowy skirt, wear it with a button up chiffon blouse tucked in and some tights. Want to look like a total knockout? Wear leather head to toe in a leather dress. Just be warned not to wear it too tight.