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Mary Janes for fall 2015

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fall 2015 shoe trends

Pictured: Red Mary Janes (I own these and love them! Almost sold out) / Black Mary Janes ( IT shoe for fall. Almost sold out) / Burgundy Mary Janes / Patent Leather Mary Janes (I own these, very comfortable and fabulous!) / Color Blocked Mary Janes / Low Heel Mary Janes

Mary Janes are a hot trend in shoes for the fall 2015 season. This school-girl shoe style was spotted on the runways in New York, Milan, Paris, and London for autumn 2015, and it has taken over store shelves for fall!

The Mary Jane is a classic shoe style. Chances are you owned a pair as a child, and perhaps a pair or two as an adult. You may recall when Sarah Jessica Parker once referenced a popular pair of Mary Janes as her character “Carrie” on famed television show “Sex and the City;” “Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes! I thought these were an urban legend!” This was in reference to then IT shoe, the Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes; now considered a classic closet staple.

If you own a pair of Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes, you have a head start on the fall 2015 season! If not, and you are seeking the IT shoe du jour, look no further than this one by Prada. It has been flying off store shelves; especially in black!

Mary Janes for fall 2015 are being shown in various styles. There are block heels, stiletto heels, skinny heels, low heels, high heels; even no heels! You are sure to find the heel you love on a pair of fall 2015 Mary Jane shoes.

The color palette for Mary Janes this season includes classic black, silver, shades of pink, shades of red, and color blocking. Fabrications include suede, patent leather, faux leather, and regular leather.

The Mary Jane is being worn with flare jeans (high heeled of course), midi skirts, and a-line mini skirts. The block heeled version of the Mary Jane compliments the current 70’s trend we are seeing in fall fashion.

I have invested in two pairs of Mary Janes for the fall season. I will be packing them in my suitcase for my upcoming trip to New York for fashion week. This red pair, and this black pair.

The Mary Jane is a comfortable shoe style for walking and standing. I have found the ankle strap holds the shoe in place, and the block heels offer sturdiness, which lends itself well to walking, and standing, for long periods of time. They are a great alternative to traditional pumps!

I found a few fabulous Mary Janes for the fall 2015 season around the web and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Capes for fall 2015

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Jacket and coat alternative for fall 2015 by Cheap Luxury Handbags Store

From left: Pink cape / Black cape / Tan Ruana (I bought this for fall and love it! Under $100!!!) / Grey Wrap / Black Work Appropriate Cape

Fall is almost here, this means it is time to think about how to stay warm! Capes, wraps, shawls, and ruana’s are a few of fall 2015’s hottest ways to keep cozy instead of wearing a traditional jacket or coat. Love this trend!

With the 1970’s trend in full swing this autumn, capes, wraps, shawls, and ruana’s are the perfect way to achieve the ultimate 70’s silhouette while staying warm. Love that!

They are also fabulous when fall hands us in-between weather. Sometimes autumn days can be cold enough to wrap up, but not cold enough for a wool jacket or coat. Capes, shawls, wraps, and ruana’s are perfect for those days! They are also fabulous for when the fog rolls in 😉

I love wearing a cape, shawl, wrap, or ruana on a mild, fall day. They are the perfect way to keep warm when the weather hovers in the 50’s through low 70’s on autumn days. 

This fall, I am excited to wear my new ruana. This ruana is lightweight, yet cozy. It will be perfect to throw over jeans, casual skirts, and casual slim dresses this fall; especially when the fog rolls in!

A cape would be perfect this fall for dressier days. I am in love with this rain cape by Maxstudio, and also this classic black cape by Classiques Entier. I would also love to add this casual black cape by Topshop to my fall wardrobe. It is under $100!

I found a few fabulous capes, shawls, wraps, and ruana’s around the web and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them! Happy shopping, stay warm, and stay fabulous 😉

Boxy handbags for fall 2015

 in General Fashion / Handbags / Trends  tagged fall 2015 / office attire / runway trends / satchels / shoulder bags / street style trends / winter 2016 by

boxy satchels for fall 2015

 

Pictured from top left: black box bag (under $300!)/ lips box bag / green box bag / burgundy boxy satchel / black boxy satchel / pink bag inside a black boxy satchel

Fall 2015 has an answer to those who are not really into the bucket bag trend; the boxy satchel trend. Box bags and boxy satchels are a hot trend for the fall 2015 season. They are the alter ego to the relaxed, slouchy, drawstring bag trend which has reigned supreme over the past few seasons. 

While a drawstring bucket bag looks fabulous with a casual ensemble on Saturday afternoon, it does not compliment a structured look during the week, when dressed for the office, the theater, or dinner. Fall 2015 has brought us the perfect answer to this handbag dilemma; the boxy satchel.

Box-like bags for fall 2015 are being shown in two distinct forms; the medium satchel, and the small boxy bag.

Medium boxy satchels, in rectangular and square forms, are ideal for the office, and daytime events. They have a wide width, allowing them to be stuffed to the brim with everything plus the kitchen sink. Boxy satchels offer two top handles, a roomy interior, oftentimes they offer multiple sections, and a neat, structured look for structured attire. Love that!

Fall 2015’s box bags are smaller in stature than their boxy satchels sisters, and beg to be carried to fundraisers, dinners, and more formal affairs. Box bags can be found in small, or mini sizes, in both casual, and formal forms. These smaller box bags tend to offer one top handle, and sometimes will feature a detachable shoulder strap. They can be found in one color, bi-color, decorated with kitschy words or pictures, or embellished with jewels, beadwork, and more! The embellished versions are like boho-chic meets uptown flair. Love it!

Boxy satchels and box bags offer a vintage vibe for fall 2015, reminiscent of the 1950’s and 1960’s. They transcend decades when paired with this season’s 1970’s styles, or an a-line miniskirt or flippy skirt.

What do you think of this emerging trend in handbags? Will you seek one out to use as your alternative this fall to your beloved bucket bag?

Box bags and boxy satchels for fall 2015: