Spotlight Magazines Spotlight Magazine for Mansfield North Sept 2015 | Page 8

Spotlight Magazine Fashion Trends For Autumn Way back in March the world’s fashion gurus got together and presented their ideas for this autumn’s fashion trends. There seems to be something for everyone, so read on to decide who you plan on being this fall! First off, if you went 70s last season, there’s no need to ditch the clothes currently lining your closet! Seventies is still very much in, so hang on to your flares and your ankle flashing trousers and for a truly up to date look thrown in a folksy printed floral dress, fringed waistcoat, corduroy dungarees and a peasant blouse. Suede and patchwork knits are the fabrics to go for, and the poncho is back as the season’s key piece! You can also expect to see more retro with an 80s revival. Look out for power shoulders, ruffles, giant cuffs and big retro belts. Colour block knits and rainbow colour combos along with vivid, graphic patterns in bold colours are on their way, whilst jewel-toned Lurex is the party fabric of the season. Expect lots of glitter and sequins too on your special nights out! red hot in a luxurious quilted jacket or an overcoat trimmed with top stitching and big buttons. Both are in vogue this season. High necks are back! Call them what you will – polo necks, turtle necks or roll necks – the higher the neckline, the better! Pair them up with anything from dungarees to a glitzy mini dress or mannish tailored suit and you’re sure to be up there as one of the season’s trend setters. Think outside the box, and conjure up new ways to layer what’s already in your wardrobe for an up to the minute look. Polos are ideal for this. Think polo, plus shirt, plus coat and you’re on your way to creating one of the new looks for autumn! Finally, how does a bit of gothic romance grab you? Moody lace, high ruffle necklines, frills and luxurious embellishments teamed up with floorskimming lengths of sheer fabric will certainly give you that ‘lady is a vamp’ look. Add deep, berry coloured lips and piled up hair and there’ll be no resisting your dark glam appeal! Have fun as you dress up this autumn! It looks like the experts are expecting a cold end to the year, with warm, fuzzy coats being the order of the day. From curly sheep gilets to sumptuous shearling overcoats, the faux fur fluff factor is offering lots of tactile fun this autumn and winter. Add a giant scarf to complete the look and you’re sure to keep warm as well as stylish. If fur isn’t your thing, you can still look and feel 8 www.spotlightlocal.co.uk • 01623 706570 • [email protected]