Potential Magazine Fall 2015 - Florida Edition | Page 31

Remember to try on clothes and shoes from last year to see what fits and what you’ll need to replace. — Cheri Love, mom of 4 #thankssomuch Thanks to Splurge Boutique and our group of super cute models for wearing the fashions so well! And a big thanks to The Waters in Pike Road for providing such a beautiful location for the shoot. flared out Skinny jeans are on their way out and most fashion forecasters see straight, bootcut and even flare-leg denim in lighter washes leading the pack this fall. Let summer linger on just a bit longer with these loose-fitting, light-colored tops, that goes with everything. #friends4ever Suzanna Wasserman, Marketing Director at Eastdale Mall, is our expert on all the fashion trends for this school year. Here are her tips on The Best Looks for Back to School The first day is always the hardest to plan for. You definitely want to make a statement, but you don’t want to look like you’re trying too hard. Try mixing prints, but stay in the same color family. When it comes to your makeup, stick with a natural look—any of the Urban Decay Naked palettes, combined with Bare Minerals BUXOM mascara and a little Stila lip and cheek stain, and you are good to go! If your school requires a uniform, shoes and accessories will be your best friends. Choose a small handbag in a neutral color that you can carry all year. Keep your jewelry simple too; I love the Alex and Ani charm bracelets from Belk. A FEW TIPS INVEST IN AN AWESOME PAIR OF KICKS! Whether it’s a cool pair of sneakers or a nice pair of flats, splurge on a pair you love so you can wear them over and over again with completely different outfits. I’m loving that the original Van’s Classic Slip-On sneakers are back in style. They go perfect with school uniforms or your casual weekend look. Also, you can never go wrong with the classic Tory Burch Reva Flat! From snakeskin to patent leather, you can find the perfect pair to match your personality. TRANSITION YOUR SUMMER CLOTHES INTO FALL There’s no need to buy an entire new wardrobe when you can easily transition your spring/summer clothes into the fall season. Pair your favorite flower skater skirt with a long-sleeve shirt and booties for a fresh approach to Fall. GET ORGANIZED! Your wardrobe is not the only thing you need to be worried about for Back to School! Don’t forget about school supplies. There are so many retailers that are carrying fashionable AND functional items. I especially love May Designs. They have notebooks and www.potentialmagazine.com academic planners that can be personalized with your own design and monogram! FOR THE GUYS Guys are really starting to step up to the plate with fashion. Don’t be afraid to wear a blazer with dark denim and a rolled up cuff or even slim fit corduroys and a V-neck tee. Fall is a great time for guys to reinvent their wardrobe. Mix your classic Ralph Lauren shirts with a pair of relaxed fit, broken-in Levi’s. FALL FASHION TRENDS: PLAID: In tribute to 90s fashion, plaid is back in. From skirts to shirts, shoes to accessories, you’ll see plaid showing up everywhere. And it’s not the only old trend making its way around again. High-top sneakers, Mary Janes, knee socks and rock ‘n roll graphic tees are also back. HIGH-WAISTED JEANS: This trend goes hand-in-hand with crop tops, so be sure to stock up on camisoles. Tuck a solid color cami into a pair of high-waisted jeans and pair it with a crop sweater to rock this trend. STRAIGHT-LEGGED JEANS: Guys will be diverging from the skinny jean look to the slightly wider straight leg. ATHLETIC WEAR: You don’t have to be an athlete to pull off the sporty look this season. You’ll see many color-block athletic pants and shorts that are not only comfortable, but are actually fashion-forward as well. Look for varsity jackets and graphic tees with sports-inspired images. SLIP-ON SNEAKERS: Tween girls will be shining in embellished slip-on sneakers this year. In leopard and camo prints or adorned with rhinestones, these shoes are sure to make a major fashion statement. 31