Our favorite season is upon us!
And we are ready for the fashion, food, & the fun it brings. From trends we’re loving, movie releases, to recipe finds, we’re ready to experience all this month has to offer and become our best
October ghouls & gals!
Fall 2022 Fashion Forecast
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The best part of any change in the season is the new fashion & trends that it brings.
So we’ve rounded up that new new that we’ve been seeing on the runways, in the magazines, & on the internet & put it all in one place for your convenience.
Denim:
We’ve been dying to break out our favorite denim again, and are excited to see
the new styles and cuts that this fall season has to offer.
So many different styles are popular right now, but high rise is still the most popular girl in school. But it’s frosh sister mid rise is like totally having a moment.
As if!
No we swear, it is.
The 90’s styles have made a full-on comeback (like, Rihanna) because we’re seeing baggier silhouettes & loose fitted denim everywhere. The millennial twist: pair with something fitted on top like a tight tee, bodysuit, or cropped sweater to show off your curves.
If baggy isn’t your style, the classic straight leg is also a must have this upcoming season! A lot of denim this year is going for a cleaner look and is leaning away from the rips, holes, & tears that we were seeing the last few seasons. Now your dad/husband/ boyfriend/brother can stop asking you if you paid for pants to have holes in them (even though we proudly would).
A blast from the past: kick flare and cropped boot cut denim are trending again.
Pair these babies with a bootie or some of our fave shoes, platform loafers, heels, or sneaker.
Fall Must Haves
Preppy is back, baby!
Blazers
We’re heading back to school, but sadly we don’t have Cher’s computer to help us select an outfit. How has no one developed that technology yet?!
That’s where we come in!
Throw on a chic looking adult style school uniform by wearing the neutral plaid blazers we’ve been drooling over.
Pair it with a matching skirt for the full fall ensemble & you’ll be turning heads in no time.
And if you’re feeling more Elle Woods, opt for the matching sets in bright pink!
Plaid
Plaid has always been a fall staple, but it’s showing up in unusual ways like on shackets, sweaters, & trousers.
We’re seeing non-traditional fall colors that are incorporated in classic fall ways with different shades of pinks & Balenciaga blue as the ‘it” colors as well as all shades of green. Don’t be afraid to keep around those vibrant & bright colors that the summer months brought about.
Velvet, Faux Fur, & Sherpa Jackets
Statement jackets are called STATEMENT for a reason, so let them do all the talking when you walk into a room this season. The in fabrics this fall are leather (Real & Vegan), faux fur, & sherpa, all in neutral tones, Fall 2022 color of note is the vanilla latte. You’ll see various shades of taupe and cream paired together in an almost monochromatic look.
Bonus Trend: Faux fur is taking over accessories in the bags, hats, & shoes department.
Faux Leather
Faux leather is huge right now & we’re really into the Cami Nyc Burgandy faux shirt. You can create a faux leather look that slays from head to toe because pieces like jackets, corset tops, bodysuits, pants, leggings, dresses, and skirts are everywhere right now. Be bold in bright colors or classic tones like browns, blacks, & whites.
Boho
Vogue Fall 2022 Forecasting recently wrote an article referencing one of our favorite brands, Ulla Johnson. And it predicted that this fall season, more refined boho looks will be very popular, and we are loving it. Beautiful floral prints in unique colors with fun and feminine silhouettes creating sexy, sleek, & sophisticated looks that will carry you from day to night!
Fall Nail Trends We Are Loving
Is it too late now to say sorry? Cause freaking Hailey Beiber has a choke hold on us when it comes to the nail trends & we really don’t want to apologize for it. Here are her new fall nails that we’re obsessed with!
Hailey’s “Glazed Doughnut” Nail:
Tell your nail tech in order to achieve the “glazed doughnut nail”, you need to Mix OPI Coffee Bean and Spiced Brown with Stay Shiny Top Coat, then apply OPI Tin Man In a Can.
And viola! You have reached celebrity claws status.
Our Recipe For A Spook-tacular Night In!
The month of October wouldn’t be complete without a cozy evening on the couch that includes...our favorite spooky films, cozy cute looks, & hauntingly good boo-zy drinks! Here’s our recipe for doing just that!
FILM:
Hocus Pocus is back with a sequel, baby! And we couldn’t be more excited to watch our three favorite
sisters stir up some new kinds of trouble & fun! We plan on watching this on repeat all month long.
FIT: TIE DYE FOR...
Slip into something more comfortable… Preferably Aviator Nation sweatpants. They mix style & comfort effortlessly & help to elevate the movie watching experience. Who says you have to sacrifice looking cute when staying in?
FLAVOR:
Let’s turn up the passion of the party with one of our favorite things… Drinks!
Sanderson Sangria is a really flavorful potion that will put a spell on you.
Check out the recipe below!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup blackberries
- Juice of 1 blood orange, plus 1 sliced
- 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 bottle red wine
- Optional: Dry ice
Mix all ingredients together, stir, & enjoy!
FUN:
Let’s bring our childhood into full adult mode by turning our movie fun into a drinking game!
Drink When…
- Binx Says “Emily”
- Winifred Says “Book”
- Mary Smells A Child
- Sara Says Something Stupid
- The Witches Fly
- Billy Loses A Limb
- Dani Cries Or Whines
- Binx “Dies”
- Anyone Says “Virgin"
- A Salt Circle Is Made
We’re so glad you’re here, October! And we wish you could stick around longer. But we’ll soak up every moment we have with you!
Love,
Concepts in the Wild
Up Next
Booze and B-O-Os
It’s Almost Halloween!
The spookiest night of the season is almost here and we’re soaking up every bit of magic and hocus Pocus that we can to carry with us. The fun isn’t over just yet though! So gather around you boo-tiful witches & check out our tips for having a good time this Halloween!
Fun Night In…
Carving pumpkins is so last year. And every year before that if we’re being completely honest. So to switch things up we’re tossing this age old tradition to the side in order to make way for our latest & new favorite pumpkin themed activity.
Forget that!
We’re painting them.
Here’s our tips:
- Head down to your local store and pick out your pumpkins of choice, size & shape doesn’t matter. We found our uniquely shaped pumpkins at Trader Joe’s for a great price!
- Pick up some acrylic paint (we used the brand Liquitex) along with a variety of paint brushes in different sizes. Find these supplies at a local craft store like Michaels, or something similar, like Amazon (which isn’t our fave to mention, but we know it’s a convenient option…effing Jeff Besos).
- Spread some newspaper (do these things exist anymore?!), or something of the like over your crafting area & paint your heart out! Use our lovely masterpieces below as your guide for inspo.
FANG-TASTIC TIP: Make it a contest! Have everyone bring a painted pumpkin or set up a pumpkin painting station. Then let the guests vote on their favorite one. Hey, everything is more fun when it’s a competition & you're playing for money.
Painted by Ruby Casani
Every party needs a snack!
Let’s build a char-BOO-terie board together!
Gather your favorite meats like salami, ham, capicola & pepperoni.
Pick out your dairy slices of choice. We love gouda, swiss, & a slice or two of brie.
Spread out your crackers & above mentioned selections on a wooden board or platter.
Then fill in the gaps with dried fruits, nuts, or grapes. And you can add some candy corn or chocolate covered pretzels if you have a sweet tooth like we do!
Be fancy & let a mini jar of honey or jam be the star of the show!
Too lazy to make your own trick-or-treat?
There is a local company (@elcharcuterie) that will make one for you and deliver it to your house. Find them on Instagram and send them a DM for all the ordering details!
Here’s one we found on Goldbelly.com you can order online as well.
Okay. Cheese that look like bats & ghosts? Sign us up.
Tag us in your pics at @conceptsreno if you make one! We’d love to see.
Go Out!
Head to a favorite local bar, The Emerson Bar located in Midtown, is hosting a Halloween event on the 29th from 9pm-1am.
American Horror Story Style!
Come dressed up as your fave character from the show & scare everyone’s socks (& boots) off while enjoying their specialty crafted cocktails & vibes that are aesthetically pleasing.
Halloween Nail Inspo
Call the glam squad, we need our claws done before the nightmare begins! Here’s two takes on how you can make your pointers look polished & posh for that pumpkin themed party you’ve got coming up.
Full Halloween Scream
Nothing screams Halloween like, well, Scream themed nails.
Add a Scream detail to whichever nail you’d like.
Then let dripping drops & colored tips adorn the rest of them.
Ring, ring!
Who’s there?
Your new fave manicure!
Here’s to hoping your digits survive the night unlike everyone
else in those movies.
(Don’t worry. We’re confident that they will!).
Less Spooky, More Magical
Looking for a little less haunting & a little more enchanting? We’ve got you covered!
We’re loving these black matte nails with gold star & moon detailing.
I mean, call us BEWITCHED!
Our Fall Fashion Checklist For The Perfect Capsule Wardrobe
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Fall fashion brings transitional, traditional pieces as well as new trends. Combining both can sometimes can feel overwhelming. But we believe we have the answer to being successful in both: the capsule wardrobe. Let us help guide you towards what we think should be at the top of your fall fashion checklist!
Flannels
Oversized is in! Cropped is out! And pops of colors are trending, not just muted fall tones. So don’t be afraid to go bold, or go home.
Sweaters
Cropped Cardigans are a fierce look when paired with denim or over a dress. And we love the curvy illusion it gives to the body when worn with a high waisted option.
Cable knit is back, baby! Let it be chunkier knit & pair it with something tighter on the bottom.
Pro tip: go full Olsen’s twins because we will support that look always… Mary Kate, is that you?
Basic or v-neck sweaters that are simple cotton, knit, or cashmere are perfect! We always opt for black. But we won’t be judge-y, Your neutral color of choice is fine by us.
Turtle necks are everywhere! We’re seeing a lot of the thin and fitted turtle neck sweaters that are great to tuck into a skirt or jeans. We’re calling it Chic Steve Jobs… just kidding! Kind of.
Polo Sweaters are the polished and preppy look of the season that never go out of style! They’re easy to dress up or down which make them timeless & classic.
Basic Tees
Black and white tees are good to have around for all seasons. They’re perfect for Fall layering & they look classy tucked into your pant of choice as well.
Button Up Shirt
We are seeing more oversized than fitted style trends lately. Not sure how to style it uniquly? Try front tucking it into your denim, or do the half tuck better known as the French tuck. We also love the open look worn with a bodysuit or crop top and jeans.
Slip Dress
Dress it up, dress it down, wear it out, or throw a tee over it and wear it with a sneaker. The options are endless!
Trend Alert: cowl neck
Mini/Midi Skirts
You can make either of these dressy or casual with the right top.
Feeling cas? Rock a sweater, graphic tee, or plain tee and add a sneaker.
Dress it up! Throw on a bodysuit, tight sweater, silk cami, or blouse and pair it with a heeled bootie.
Statement Jacket
Whether the plaid or Sherpa jacket is your style of choice, or the moto faux leather jacket, you need to make a statement that boldly fits who you are. Fall tones of browns or greens are in, but so are the pops of lime green and hot pink!
Jeans
Dark wash denim is what Fall is all about! And you can never go wrong with black or grey.
Trendy Tip: if you’re keeping it simple this fall, stick with a basic straight leg with little to no distressing so it can easily go from day to night and work to night out!
Eat, drink, & be scary. Or stop in for a spell, we’d love to see you and help style a look! Either way, we hope you have a frighteningly good Halloween that doesn’t include any ghosting!
This is rad!!!