Blog: Crossroads Style

Ready to rock some plaid? We are too! If you’ve been on the hunt for more plaid prints in your life (because who could resist?), you’ll want to get your hands on some of these pieces ASAP.

Here are six plaid pieces that we can’t get enough of:

We’ll find any excuse to wear a plaid blazer this season. Tip: We’re loving these oversized blazer prints that you can throw over a dress for work!

When in doubt, wear a long plaid coat as the focal point of your outfit!

For chillier days that require a few extra layers, try a red, black and white scarf.

Anyone catching major Cher Horowitz vibes with this yellow plaid dress? Take us back to the 90’s!
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Julia Engel has totally captured all the feminine vibes in this fun plaid skirt. Who else thinks this outfit is perfect for a picnic at the park?

Nail urban style by pairing high-waisted plaid pants with a leather jacket.

It’s not uncommon to depend on denim once the seasons change and the temperatures lower. It’s also too easy to get into a style rut when depending on one type of bottom for the entirety of your seasonal wardrobe.  Give your denim a break and be inspired to take a more creative approach with your fall dressing – without wearing a single pair of jeans.

Take your jumpsuits beyond spring and summer and add a jacket or sweater as an outer layer.

Add some texture with fall’s hottest trend, corduroy. Find a two piece set like Olivia and mix and match with your wardrobe throughout the season.

Trade in your true blues for a pair of camel or brown trousers for an authentic autumnal look.

Throw a blazer over your favorite midi and complete the outfit with a pair of boots to take you from work to date night.

Suits are no longer resigned to work wear, and have quickly become a go-to favorite for casual wear in place of denim.

Swap out your favorite jeans for a statement making skirt.

There has always been something more sophisticated and chic about the style across the pond. I’ve recently been gravitating towards UK style bloggers for fall fashion inspiration. Take a look at my 5 favorite UK style bloggers that you should be following!

Emma Hill: EJ Style
Emma has an attainable everyday chic style. I also adore her YouTube channel which includes shopping hauls + try ons, travel vlogs, and styling tips.

Freddie Harrel: Freddie Harrel
Color, bold prints, confidence, women empowerment: if you are a fan of any of these, you will fall in love with Freddie immediately.

Lucy Williams: Fashion Me Now
She is the image definition of effortless.

Olivia Purvis: What Olivia Did
Feminine and simple, Olivia’s style is a breath of fresh air.

Carrie Santana: Wish Wish Wish
Earthy, muted tones and minimalistic outfits, Carrie’s style is right up my ally.

When it comes to fall fashion, there is nothing better than finding that perfect coat to keep you warm all season long. Admittedly, it can be easy to just pick up a classic black coat and call it a day. This fall, dare to step out of your fashion comfort zone though and experiment with different colored coats!

Scroll on for 6 coats you should try this fall:

If your goal is to turn heads all day long, choose a coat in a bright and bold color such as orange or red!

Add a dose of style to your 9 to 5 schedule by throwing on a long white coat.

 

One of our favorite fall trends has been the rise of the plaid coat.

Picking up a classic trench coat is always an obvious choice. For that extra bit of flair, style it with a scarf!

Never underestimate the power of a pink coat to make your outfit look more polished.

Grey coats work perfectly all season long, and they’re the perfect touch for those who love rocking neutral-colored outfits.

I often turn to Instagram for style inspiration and quick overviews of what’s trending. I follow countless bloggers and street style stars and often categorize the images and outfit “likes” for easy access to ideas, tips, and #OOTD inspo when getting dressed in the morning.  With the changing season, new trends have been populating my feed and I’m sharing 5 of the most “liked” Instagram trends for this fall season.

Leopard Skirts + Dresses
The hottest resurgence for fall, leopard print has been one of the top Instagram style trends this season.

Blazers
Blazers are the perfect lightweight second layer for this tricky transitional weather.

Polka Dots
From “delicate and feminine” to “big and bold,” polka dots are taking over Instagram in the form of dresses, blouses, pants, and accessories!

Belt Bags
Belt bags (or the modern version of a fanny pack) have been trending for the past couple of years, and this season the It girls are wearing the convenient hands free bag like a crossbody.

Terracotta
This subdued burnt orange is the perfect mix of bold and chic and is the color of autumn.