Time to check the closet as the summer season winds down. You may be surprised with what you find to put together for a similar look. An excellent transitional shade from end of summer into pre-fall is cream. Go from stark summer whites to beige, off-white and cream shades. this will allow you to bring in earthy pre-fall tones as you transition.
This outfit is just an example that I put together. All items were already in my closet, just a matter of how you match them up for Santa Fe-style. This outfit leans to the boho look and feel.
Start with a long crocheted skirt in off-white. This one is a heavy cotton with a lining which helps to carry it on into pre-fall.
Add a halter or summer top with some matching lace to tie the two together. This top has earthy southwest tones in rust, turquoise and black, it has a scarf-type design and a soft flowing look and feel. Finish the look with matching jewelry to highlight the colors in your top and add a long sleek little bag in an earthy tone as well and lastly add a rugged leather belt to add that bit of an edge which will contrast the softness of the skirt and flowy top.
If dressing for a work environment, just add a light jacket in an off-white.
Go and check your closet to see what similar items you may have and experiment with putting them all together. Also, watch for end-of the season sales because if you purchase the right pieces, they can last for many years to come as classic additions to your Santa Fe-style, especially the skirt, bag and belt, tops can vary and that's OK, it's your staples that allow you to freely work to mix and match in developing your own unique style.
Have fun and happy styling.
Jewelry and bag available in my shop, Designs by Cheryl B
About Cheryl Yale Bruedigam
STYLE Santa Fe is published by Cheryl Bruedigam.
Publisher Southwest Flair Magazine 2005-present
Former professional model and skin care consultant
Fashion Degree - Flair Fashion College, Albuquerque, NM
Jewelry Designer and Stylist. Author and Publisher.
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