Trend report: Fall 2011

Fashion trends for Fall 2011 are as exciting as they are varied. The best of 70s glamour, 60s mod, 40s flair, 80s punk and 90s grunge influenced designers this season. Each trend has taken on a modern edge that makes it current and wearable. All fashions from Crossroads Trading on Broadway Ave, in Seattle, WA.

Leather and Feathers

The best of 70s bohemian has melded with modern, luxe city style resulting in seemingly effortless glamour. Faux fur and leather pair well with polished dark denim flares, rich silks and killer accessories.

ON MARNI: DKNY faux fur coat size s $42.50, Isabel Lu silk top size s $32.50, J & Company Jeans size 28 $37.50, Deena and Ozzy belt $9.50, Tom Ford sunglasses $65, N.Y.L.A. platform boots size 8.5 $37.50, Black zipper clutch $13.50, New assorted rings and necklaces $9.50-$16.50

ON KALEE: Harper print top with fringe size xs $35, Forever 21 faux leather pants size s $10.50, H&M floppy hat $7.50, Chloe gold leather bag $300, Vintage suede lace up boots size 8 $18.50, Leaf necklace $16.50, Earrings model’s own, Bracelet stylist’s own

Mix Up Match Up

Sixties inspired mod gets a modern twist with pattern mixing and matching. Look out for a-line dresses, swingy jackets, and ankle boots. Mix up a bold pattern with a more subtle one, or try matching the colors of two clashing patterns. This look is straight up fun, so don’t over think it!

ON ADAM: A.P.C. sweatshirt size m $47.50, American Eagle plaid shirt size m $8, Burberry striped scarf $32.50, AllSaints Spitalfields size 30 $16.50, Y-3 Yohji Yamamoto messenger bag $32.50, New black leather lace up boots size 9 $35. ON GRACIE: See by Chloe dress size 6 $65, Nanette Lepore patent leather jacket size s $37.50, Black leggings size s $7.50, Marc Jacobs boots size 7.5 $250, Tylie Malibu clutch $27.50

She’s Long Gone

Maxi skirts and dresses continue to reign this fall. Layered up with longer tops and sweaters, the maxi takes on a new silhouette. Be brave and throw a chunky knit sweater over a lightweight maxi. Add a pair of lace-up boots for a look that is as unexpected as it is on point.

ON BRIDGET: Lanston maxi dress size xs $35, Moth wool sweater size s $37.50, DKNY sunglasses $16.50, Black wool hat $8, Vintage belt $9, Destroy brown leather boots size 10 $37.50, Aztec pendant $15, Rose ring $7

Cloak and Dagger

Capes, cloaks and ponchos ruled the fall runways. Whether structured, drapey, solid, patterned or plain, this outerwear is a must-have for every fashion lover this fall. Worn with slim pants, denim or skirts, voluminous capes make a big statement.

ON ANGELA: Vintage poncho $16.50, Habitual jeans size 27 $37.50, Forever 21 heels size 8 $12.50, Diane Von Furstenberg red leather bag with studs $200, Dagger necklace $9.50, Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses $45

Light, Sublime, Subliminal

Androgynous minimalism is at its best this season with muted colors, strong shapes, and clean, architectural lines. Add a punch of neon to amp the look up.

ON SHEENA: Suh-Tahn silk blazer size s $42.50, Express neon tank size xs $8.50, Theory pants size 2 $20, New Deena & Ozzy wedges size 7 $25, Gucci glasses $32.50, Necklace stylist’s own

Whatever your style, Crossroads is the place to cozy up to the new fall trends!