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How to Wear a Halloween Costume Without Wearing a Costume
Halloween is the holiday when you become whatever you wish you could be! However, I am skipping the whole costume routine this year. Instead I have another method to go about dressing up this year that doesn’t involve having to put on an actual costume. It is as simple as wearing a shirt and jeans! Keeping with the gingham trend that was so strong over the summer, I am wearing my best gingham felt long sleeved shirt. This Halloween “costume” is completely inspired by the one and only Dorothy of the Wizard of Oz! Pair this kind of classic film inspired top with a cute pair of jeans, and you…
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The Perfect Pumpkin Patch Ensemble
It is my favorite time of year! Fall is when Sarah lives her best life! I am sure that I am not alone when feeling that fall is easily one of the most beautiful seasons. What really makes me love this time of year is the weather! As the weather gets colder it calls for more layers, and more layers means more clothing! Woohoo!! In celebration of the impending Halloween holiday, I decided to go to a cute little pumpkin patch located in my hometown! I felt like Charlie Brown in the Great Pumpkin! It had been years since I went pumpkin picking so this was an extra special occasion,…
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Fall Color Pallets for Men
The fall colors are here! With fall colors brings oranges, yellows, deep purples, and black for Halloween. In the midst of all of this excitement, what should guys wear to shift into fall gear while also staying true to their own style? Go for Earth tones! These sandy browns and grey hues are the perfect balancing out for all of the bright flurry of colors that come along with the autumn season. You can mix and match these Earth tones in any way you would like, and they are timeless! This is the kind of style you can wear year round, but it especially works for fall. This color pallet…
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Balloon Sleeves for Fall 2018
We’ve talked about how the princess sleeves trend is huge for fall and it will not be slowing down anytime soon. Matter of fact, the runways we saw during Fashion Month in September proved that we will be seeing princess sleeves even in the spring of 2019. But today I am going to tell you about another sleeve style that has the same kind of popularity and longevity as the princess sleeve — the balloon sleeve. In some ways, I kind of like the balloon sleeve even better than the princess sleeve. This look is cool for fall when it isn’t cold enough for a jacket yet. They trendy sleeves act…
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Color Blocking for Fall 2018
As the weather slowly becomes colder, we are all still looking for ways to cope with the in between weather days while also staying stylish. Here is the perfect solution – color blocking. This cute striped sweater has quarter length sleeves, and a scoop neckline. With this neckline you could pair it with a cute scarf or a nice vest. If it gets a little warmer outside on that in between weather day you could style it like how I am wearing the color blocked sweater above! I decided this sweater from Old Navy would be so cute with a cutoff pair of denim shorts and some sandals. Also, color…
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The Best Basics for Men
Some days you just don’t have the time or energy to put together a complete outfit. Thinking of what is in style yet timeless can sometimes be hectic, but there is one thing will never fail us: basics. Throw on a cool basic tee with a little flare and that outfit you quickly put together will look effortlessly cool. Be it a white, black, maroon, blue, green, or whatever color you choose, a basic top with a classic pair of pants/jeans will always win out. Now that college is back in full swing and busier than ever, you can rely on the basics to deliver a outfit that is perfect…
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Princess Sleeves for Fall 2018
For fall fashion, we already discussed the exciting neon trend that has made an appearance, and how crop tops will be the fall surprise only Faintly Familiar readers will see coming. Now, let’s take closer a look at another fall 2018 trend: the princess sleeves. Yes, you may be thinking of the Seinfeld episode with this puffy shirt, but I assure you this trend is nothing like that! I have always loved a strong shoulder in tops and and jackets, a structured shoulder can make all the difference in tailoring! The princess sleeve is that extra something added to an otherwise simple look. It is a soft, elegant feature and…
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Neon for Fall 2018
Did someone say neon? The future of fashion is everything neon! We saw so much of this on the runways earlier this spring, but now it is taking over the fall’s trendiest pieces! There are many elements from the 80’s that are back in style, but they each one deserves its own article. Today I am discussing the way you can incorporate a touch of neon into your wardrobe! For the men, you can wear a cool, crisp tee that has neon lettering. Want to go all in on this trend? Wear a brightly color solid shirt! A basic, neon t-shirt will catch the eye and keep you in style…
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Color Blocking for Men
It looks like color blocking is going to be a pretty big fall/winter trend for 2018. There is no reason that you can’t get ahead of this trend and lead the way! The aztec print t-shirt my brother Jacob is modeling is a great example of how you can us color blocking to your advantage early. The colorful print really stands apart from the solid colored pocket on the front of the tee. That one simple element is the perfect way to grow into even more color blocking as the season goes on. If you want to keep it simple and only dip a toe in the pool of color…
