Six Looks to Fall For
My Favorite Color is October
Photography by Josh Welch
Fall is beckoning and the love we once had for our summer wardrobe is now fading like my tan. Feeling the same? You’re in luck. The fabulous array of new boots and bags offer a host of stylish choices for game days, date nights and everything in between. From rich tones to chain detail to the of-the-moment lug sole, the season is brimming with pieces to make you fall in love with getting dressed.
Art Direction: Stacy D. Johnson
Hair: Ali Earnheart
Makeup: Katya Rider, Balliets Beauty
Model: Chloe Hill
Styling: Barbara Jansen, Balliets
Video: Luxiere Media; Valentina Gutiérrez
Headed to: Hear Live Music
Fringe…doesn’t it just make you want to channel your inner Penny Lane? Though jumping on a tour bus may not be at the top of your list, the Chloe Marcie Fringe Leather Satchel has a chic, boho edge that’s ideal for fall fun of all kinds.
Top — Ulla Johnson, $245
Jacket – Marella, $545
Skirt — Scotch & Soda, $255
Sandals – Chloe, $525
Bag — Chloe, $2250
Headed to: A Work Meeting
Boots with dresses and skirts are everything this fall. The Christian Louboutin Mayr boot’s textures—mesh, lace, and alligator-style embossing—are equally perfect with a skirt as a pair of dark jeans. Add the Furla 1927 Top Handle mini houndstooth bag, complete with a removable chain strap, and you have the perfect blend of edgy and elegant.
Top — Self-Portrait, $385
Cardigan — Self-Portrait, $370
Skirt – Marella, $295
Boots — Christian Louboutin, $1195
Bag – Furla, $428
Headed to: A Bubbly Brunch
The Trace Chelsea boots are the season’s answer to cool. Made from black vegetarian leather these pull-on, chunky lug sole boots are a wardrobe essential to wear with jeans, skirts and dresses. Paired with the multi-colored logo-patch belt bag you’ll have your hands free to sip a mimosa or two. Stella McCartney is known for her sustainable practices in shoes and handbags including synthetic leathers and purse fabrics made from recycled water bottles. Doing good and looking good—the best combo.
Sweater – Marella, $345
Jean — DL1961, $199
Bag — Stella McCartney, $690
Boots — Stella McCartney, $725
Headed to: Date Night Dinner
When you can’t decide between chic and chill, the Jimmy Choo Cora combat boots are the answer. A caramel suede, lace-up boot with a rounded toe, sparkling crystal buckle and that wonderfully chunky sole, it’s perfect with something feminine or a pair of cropped jeans and a sweatshirt. The wide-woven texture black handbag with gold chain detail can also be worn as a crossbody.
Dress — Ulla Johnson, $495
Boots — Jimmy Choo, $1325
Bag – Eden Boutique, $59
Headed to: A Saturday Football Tailgate
If any bag can be called cozy, it’s this one. This sand-colored puffy shoulder bag features two of the season’s most-coveted elements: quilting and chain detail. The neutral color compliments any outfit and is the ideal size to carry all your necessities.
Blouse — Rebecca Minkoff, $178
Turtleneck Sweater — Scotch + Soda, $118
Jeans — Black Orchid, $225
Jacket – Eden Boutique, $89
Bag – Eden Boutique, $59
Sandals – Valentino, $890
Headed to: An Art Opening
Making a statement? Choose any of these Christian Louboutin bags. A crossbody animal print unleashes your inner style maven and the red bottom collage print tote is its very own work of art.
Jeans — Black Orchid, $225
Shearling Backless Loafer — Christian Louboutin, $750
Leopard Bag — Christian Louboutin, $1090
Collage Pop Culture Bag — Christian Louboutin, $1490
Zebra Bag — Christian Louboutin, $950