Community Style Q&A: Fall Outerwear, Cool Affordable Brands, Burgundy Shoes, And More!
We’ve gathered a few of the most-asked style questions from our latest community Q&A on the @astyleset Instagram and today we’re answering them! Some of the major themes included how to style specific items in your closet, developing your personal style, and discovering brands with cute and affordable clothing.
We want to answer all of your questions, so make sure to stay up to date on our Instagram for more Q&As!
Q: “How to style a leather jacket?”
A leather jacket is a timeless piece that will be worn year after year. While we think it is worth investing in a high-quality piece, there are also some amazing faux and vintage finds that won’t break the bank. Styles to look out for include leather blazers, oversized fits, cropped jackets, and suede materials. All leather jackets work as the perfect fall outfit topper and help to create a polished and chic look that can be dressed up or down. You can never go wrong simply styling a leather jacket with a classic tee and your favorite jeans and sneakers. Alternatively, wear a monochromatic look like a fitted sweater with a matching trouser, layered with a sleek leather jacket. Brown leather or even a deep red is a trendy way to add a little pop of color to any fit.
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Q: “Where to buy cute clothes on a budget?
The most asked question – our community is looking for cool brands that won’t drain their bank account. We’ve compiled a few of top picks from our personal favorites. Of course, your go-to brands will depend on your specific needs, whether you’re shopping for a particular aesthetic, basic essentials, vintage, etc.
For upcycled vintage: Frankie Collective
For trendy basics: Rumored, Subdued
For sustainable basics: Unif, Rat Boi
For trendy seasonal pieces: Bershka, Pull&Bear, Cotton On, Verge Girl
For accessories: Noirvere, Arms of Eve
For shoes: Steve Madden
Q: “Where can I find nice raincoats and how do I style them?”
Investing in a cute raincoat is not only a necessity but also a great mood lifter on any rainy day. This season the selection for rain attire is so good, you may opt to wear these coats even on sunny days. Some of our favorites include long hooded trench coats, oversized utility barn jackets, windbreakers, and options made from rubberized or waxed-coated materials. All of these jackets look modern and fashionable worn over any fall/winter outfit. A long tan raincoat will provide a little more protection while giving you that Scandi girl style, but don’t be afraid to choose a color like black, navy, brown or even something patterned. Alternatively, rugged utility-style barn coats are another fun and practical choice. We love them oversized and the more worn in, the better. Stay extra dry by adding a cute baseball hat, rain boots, and of course, don’t forget the umbrella.
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Q: “Burgundy Adidas – how to style them?”
Burgundy is a trending fall color and choosing a sneaker in this hue is an easy way to incorporate this warm tone into your fall wardrobe. It’s actually much easier to style than most would think and it creates a very cool girl moment. This deep shade acts as a neutral and pairs well with everything from your favorite pair of jeans to black trousers. We love mixing burgundy with grays, browns, navy, and black. Go for a preppy moment with burgundy Adidas sneakers styled with a pleated mini skirt, or opt for a sleek, elevated outfit with a black blazer, black pants, and a matching burgundy bag.
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Q: “Is it okay to have multiple styles that are completely different?”
Absolutely! Developing your personal style is all about trial and error – you don’t need to stick to one specific aesthetic. Instead, I would recommend finding basic pieces that you absolutely love the fit of and can wear on repeat. Once you have your basics, you can mix in bold, trendy wardrobe additions. Take influencer and fashion icon Sofia Coelho, for example. She experiments with streetwear, preppy style, coquette, sporty style, and different fits and silhouettes. She doesn’t stick to one aesthetic, but she mixes and matches pieces of distinct styles to create some incredible looks. Fashion is all about self-expression, and it is completely possible and encouraged to try different styles and find what suits you the most.
Q: “How to style a pleated denim skirt?”
Pleated denim skirts were popular last summer and will continue to be a valuable wardrobe essential this fall and winter. As the temperatures drop, focus on layering. We love a denim on denim moment. Wear a fitted tee and either a cropped or oversized denim jacket for a cool look. Depending on your mood or favorite aesthetic, this works well with a variety of shoe options. Try a chunky sock and loafers, ballet flats, or moto knee-high boot. On especially cold days, an oversized sweater and boots with tights, high socks, or leg warmers will look great.
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