How to Vamp Up Your Fall Outfit

 

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Just because it’s fall, doesn’t mean that your outfits have to be dark and  dreary, like the weather. So instead of wearing the same old boring outfits, why not vamp them up a bit and make them more exciting. Here are some ideas to get you feeling inspired this fall. 

Include a Trendy Hat 

As well as keeping your head nice and toasty, a trendy hat can complete your outfit nicely. You could opt for a style that suits you which will never go out of fashion so that you can reuse it each fall. It will be good to choose a style of hat that also is a bit vibrant so that it brightens up your overall look. 

Add A Pop of Color 

Autumnal colors tend to be different warm tones of brown, grey and black. But after a while this gets boring so it’s nice to add a pop of color to your outfit to make it more interesting. Various shades of bright colors like yellow, pink, red and green can make you feel happier and remind you of the summer which could also help beat those winter blues. 

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Accessorize With Jewelry 

Whether it is gold, silver or Irish jewelry, necklaces, rings or bracelets can instantly add some glamor and sparkle to your outfit. It could be part of your casual day time look or to spice up your glam, evening look. Adding some jewelry to your outfit will provide a nice statement piece to an otherwise plain fall look. So why not try it next time you plan to go out. 

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Wrap Yourself In a Cozy Coat 

Each fall there is a new trend for coats and jackets, so you could treat yourself to a new one each year to freshen up your wardrobe and make your outfit choices more exciting. It will keep you warm which is important but will also keep your look on trend. 

Keep Your Feet Warm With Boots 

Thigh high boots add a great touch to your fall outfit. They can be worn over denim, or paired with a skirt or dress. They instantly smarten up your look, keep your legs lovely and warm whilst also providing a stylish fall look.  So don’t forget those boots in your next outfit planning session. 

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Buy a Bag 

You can’t head out without including a bag of some kind to your outfit. A small portable bag is great if you just need a few essentials whereas a bigger shoulder bag adds a touch of style to your fall look whilst also being practical. 

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Rosegal Gothic Dress Wishlist

For today's post I am reviewing four of my favorite gothic dresses which would be ideal for fall, and especially for Halloween, which will be here before you know it!  They are all part of a collection of Gothic dresses by Rosegal, which has a wide variety of fashions and styles for all seasons and occasions.  Their summer sales are ongoing, all from 33% off.  Use code RGEN for another 10% off!

Each of the dresses I have selected costs less than $40.

The first and most expensive dress I have selected for my autumn wish list is a hollowed out, wine colored or burgundy dress with a V Neck and three-quarter sleeves.  This dress is sheer with a pattern of what appears to be burgundy leaves from the hems of the skirt and sleeves to the neck.  This dress is available in Size Medium.  It costs $39.03.

The second dress is a lacy, sleeveless white dress with lacings up the front, to a V neck, which is filled in with a plain white fabric.  Gold colored rivets accent the V neck and the enclosure down the front to the bottom hem of this fabulous gown, which is reminiscent of a wedding dress fit for The Corpse Bride!  At $19.26, this gown is a steal!  It is available in Size Extra Large.

My third selection is another wine colored or burgundy dress, and it is also V necked, sleeveless, and sheer.  The pattern on this dress is black and burgundy butterflies.  The hem of the skirt is well above the knees in the front, and lower in the back.  It, too, is a steal, at exactly $23.00  It, too, is available in Size Extra Large.

My fourth favorite dress from this collection is a long sleeved, hooded, black dress with open shoulders.  It has black lacing up the front of its V neck.  The neckline and the opening for the shoulders appear to be reinforced with black leather. Like the burgundy butterfly dress, its hem is well above the knees in front, and lower in the back.  It costs a mere $20.15, and is  available in 2XL.

These are my four favorites.  Please let me know which are your favorites by posting a comment below!

Great American Leatherworks Bag

 This is the outfit I wore to have a Thanksgiving lunch with my sister and her family. The last two of the photos in this post were taken by my youngest niece. She did a great job!

Bracelets Walmart

Bag Great American Leatherworks

Skirt Banana USA

Shoes Enzo Angiolini

Collection Eighteen Scarf

 I'm wearing a warm, comfortable outfit on what was a cool day in Virginia.  I really love this beautiful, gold scarf by Collection Eighteen.

Scarf Collection Eighteen

Sweater Philip Russel

Leggings Faded Glory

Shoes Nicole