It's that time of year when we need to ditch the casual summer duds for some on-trend fall items that will tell everyone we're ready for the cooler temps ahead. So we scoured the trend forecasts to find the five items you need to update your wardrobe this season.
The Leather Jacket
Leather is being worn from head to toe this season in styles that go far beyond motorcycle jackets. From quilted pencil skirts and tailored tops, to knee high boots and floor-length coats, the options are endless when it comes to leather. For a feminine, dressy take on the cropped leather jacket, we found this Tiered Leather Jacket at White House Black Market that has the details from a dressmaker and flirty layers of leather embellishing the front zipper.
White House Black Market, $398 | Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall
The Slim Fit Pant
Whether it's a ponte knit, twill or denim, a slim fit pant is a must in every woman's closet. This style is tailored to skim hips and thighs and taper at the ankle, with a chic roll up cuff ideal for stilettos or flats. For curvier ladies, we found the Color Pop Curvy Skinny Jeans at LOFT to be an exceptional fit, not to mention a great way to brighten up your wardrobe with their fun rainbow hues.
Ann Taylor LOFT, $59.50 | The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley
The Peplum Top
We're so happy to see this trend extend into fall. The peplum-style top accentuates a woman's curves in the best way possible, offering a fitted top and ruffled hem perfect for pairing with pencil skirts and slim fit pants. This lady-like silhouette will become a work-wear staple, especially in a bright hue like this Coral Orange Bar III Front Row High-Neck Three-Quarter Ruffled Peplum Blouse we found at Macy's.
Macy's, $59 | Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall
Printed Denim
Not every pair of jeans in your closet has to be blue. Mix it up with a fun print and try floral, striped, camo or animal print. And don't think this trend is only to be worn by teens. Eye-catching prints can be worn by fashion-forward women of all ages, especially when paired with a solid color top. This Platinum Denim Pony Slim-Leg Jean from Chico's is perfect for a girl's night out when paired with a basic sweater and heels.
Chico's, $89 | The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley
Loafers and Flats
It's okay to give your feet a break from sky-high stilettos and keep loafers and flats in your regular footwear rotation. For work and play, these easy-on-your-feet styles are an effortless way to ensure comfort and style. Opt for menswear-inspired loafers in black or brown, or an embellished ballet flat for feminine flair. We fell in love with J.Crew's new Jayne T-strap ballet flat as a luxe look that will glam up any ensemble.
J.Crew, $198 | Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall
