Fall Fashion Beauty Trends: Patent Leather, Skinny Jeans and Red Lipstick

I'll admit, I usually don't get into the "mall trends", the stuff that, after all the trickle down, usually ends up on the mannequins at Wet Seal and Delias.

This fall, however, is different. Stopping in the mall the other day to get some mango Body Butter from The Body Shop, I was amazed to see how many items in stores I liked! And the best part? It's CHEAP!

Shoes

Let's talk about shoes, for a moment. 


Personally, I'm all about bright shoes. Paired with a neutral colored pair of pants or skirt or your favorite jeans, most people can pull off pretty much any color shoe. It adds an amazing pop to even the most monotone outfit and instantly pulls things together and makes you look like you tried!

This season seems to finally be condoning the bright colored shoes I've been sporting forever. But color isn't the only thing to rave about. Great classic detailing like the platform, peep toe wedge or stiletto is all over the place! Flats are back in a big way, with fun details like big hardware or bow embellishments, leopard print, suede or, my personal favorite, patent leather.

Basically, it all comes together for an endless list of possibilities for a fun 50's Pin Up vibe and will absolutely anchor your fall wardrobe. And since these shoes are everywhere, look around and pick up a whole gaggle of them being sure to include several fun colors (red is a MUST!), heel heights and materials.

Clothes

Moving on up, what to throw on above that great pair of shoes? Think slim profile, if not entirely "skinny".

Sure, skinny jeans may be what it's all about, what all the stars are sporting, et cetera, but let's face it. Not everybody can pull it off, including me! If you can, congratulations. Pick up a nice, classic pair in a darker wash from pretty much anywhere you go. (My friend swears the ones at Old Navy can't be beat for forgiving fit and price.)

But if you're built more like a video honey and have curves to content with (especially thick thighs,) steer clear of the skinny, even if you can fit into a pair. The silhouette is just not flattering on us!