This trend came to me a bit earlier than expected. This is more of a fall theme via Quirky Bombshell. I had an idea of vintage Italy. Yes, the Bella Hollywood sleek 1950’s inspired looks just speak to me. I wanted that neutral toned color palette with the pops of red, yellow and even a little meadow green. For some reason I imagined a beautiful Italian city, with a bustling night life, and the quintessential cement building you normally see in a city. There where palm trees in Rome when I went, and to me the city of Rome had a romantic feel that was undeniable. This trend can be easily achieved. The color black, red leather, blazers with sharp shoulders, dresses with fitted waists, and of course animal print! Accessories are simple too, just keep it simple with elegant black gloves, dangling geometric earrings, and black pumps (heel not too high). Ok, the heels can be a bit more sexier, but not too modern. It pretty cut and dry. As with everything, just be sure to make it you!

Sometimes fashion savvy people have trouble styling colorful accessories. This is totally understandable; everyone without any style sense was taught to match everything to everything. Usually people just stick colorful accessories with denim or black attire, but there are so many different combinations to try. Colorful accessories coordinate with colorful clothing. duh!!! I suggest reading my Quirky Bombshell Manuel of Style article on KEY items. It will give you some valuable insight on how to style items that have more than two colors. It’s all about having the guts to push the boundaries of fashion. Don’t think too much, just use pure instinct. With the right amount of balance you can pull off any look. And that’s what it’s about…balance. The designer bags above are a serious style statement, they look more like formal bags, so clothing with floral patterns are a great combination to pair with. Cobalt or “petrol blue” is definitely a seasonal color to play with; combine it with multi-colored items and really stand out. See easy? Dare to be bold!