From Country Chic to City Streets
Fall’s most formidable fashion trend is countryside chic. The traditional bespoke fashion is characterized by heritage fabrics, earthy hues and resilient wardrobe essentials. The aristocratic attire was designed to strike the balance between rustic and refined, while weathering the seasonal elements.
The function and ease of country style perfectly translates to city streets and provides a palatable polish to a variety of occasions. The relaxed barn jacket is trending throughout midtown Manhattan. Long satin skirts paired with the comfort of high knee boots straddle the weekend to workday attire. Even the classic cable knit cardigan has been embraced by the runways of high fashion.
Sharper tailoring and sculptural shapes have modernized the overall aesthetic. The timeless trench has been reinvented in sleek, bonded leather, meriting an investment. Tweed blazers with hard shoulders and nipped in waists appeal to a new audience. There is a larger focus on tactile textiles such as suede and corduroy to add warmth and depth to sophisticated separates. Shades of deep cherry, caramel, olive and ivory define the season’s palette.
The outdoorsy fashion is easily adapted to the metropolitan lifestyle. Let this season’s rural elements inspire you to create your own contemporary blend of color pattern and texture.
Veronica Beard Corduroy Pant. $298.Veronica Beard, Georgetown.
L’Agence Kenzie Double Breasted Blazer – Steven Dann
Barbour 30th Anniversary Jacket. $300. Barbour, Georgetown.
Staud Wally Knee Boot. $495 Tuckernuck,Georgetown.
Khaite Patchwork Tote. $3200.
Guest in Residence Shrunken Polo Sweater. $265.
Prada Cable-knit Cardigan. $3,050. Bergdorf.
Ralph Lauren Collection Wide Waist Belt. $700. Ralph Lauren, Georgetown.
Mackage Leather Trench. $2,590. Saks Fifth Avenue.
Vince Vintage Plaid Skirt. $365. Vince, City Center.
