2008 Woodie Awards
Mad Men inspires sophistication, twists to classic fashion
Issue date: 10/2/08
Whatever the style or combination, the message is clear: There is a sharp American vintage influence behind this fall's fashion. Needless to say, I didn't need much persuasion and I walked out of the store with a new bomber-esque jacket.
This American influence doesn't stop at the new bombers; It sets a completely new trend as well. This season, blue collar fashion is on the rise. Believe it or not, runways have teamed up with clothing that now portrays coal miners and carpenters in a whole new light.
The focus is on plaid. Whether it's a simple blue-green plaid button-down shirt or an Irish-inspired overcoat, the choices are endless.
If plaid is not your thing, pick up a leather or wool jacket with a nice big wooly-mammoth collar. Add worn-in jeans and some spectacularly beat-up boots and you'll have the style under your belt. You want to look like you work with your hands without actually having to do so.
And on an interesting side note, not that anyone would wear it, but the jumpsuit has appeared on more than one runway as well. Maybe it's just the return of old formula Schlitz beer from the '60s but good old American clothing sure looks good right now.
Ladies have a lot of choices this fall. First off, it's chic to be curvy. Now that the heroine chic of the '90s has died down (knock on wood), it's hip to have hips again. Skirts, jackets and dresses all highlight your body, so make your choices count. In particular, the pencil skirt is making a retro comeback and has been a must-have on the streets of New York this summer.
Women will also find a collection of checks and plaids on this fall's racks that have carried over from last year. Scarves, shirts, coats and dresses can all have this pattern, but keep it simple. Men's plaids are extravagant and multicolored, but keep your plaids simple and two-toned.
If you're going to hit the town (a.k.a. the Den) for the night, consider a minimalist look. A simple dress, perhaps with leggings, no more, no less. The likes of Calvin Klein, Jil Sander, Prada, Lanvin and YSL all chose a simple minimalist look this fall. What color? Black is still the new black.
Finally, just because flowers bloom in spring, it doesn't mean they disappear in fall. Runways have been full of floral patterns and foliage in subdued, earthy colors.
And so, whatever trend you pick, or whatever trend picks you, stay eternal, stay unique and keep it simple this fall.
This American influence doesn't stop at the new bombers; It sets a completely new trend as well. This season, blue collar fashion is on the rise. Believe it or not, runways have teamed up with clothing that now portrays coal miners and carpenters in a whole new light.
The focus is on plaid. Whether it's a simple blue-green plaid button-down shirt or an Irish-inspired overcoat, the choices are endless.
If plaid is not your thing, pick up a leather or wool jacket with a nice big wooly-mammoth collar. Add worn-in jeans and some spectacularly beat-up boots and you'll have the style under your belt. You want to look like you work with your hands without actually having to do so.
And on an interesting side note, not that anyone would wear it, but the jumpsuit has appeared on more than one runway as well. Maybe it's just the return of old formula Schlitz beer from the '60s but good old American clothing sure looks good right now.
Ladies have a lot of choices this fall. First off, it's chic to be curvy. Now that the heroine chic of the '90s has died down (knock on wood), it's hip to have hips again. Skirts, jackets and dresses all highlight your body, so make your choices count. In particular, the pencil skirt is making a retro comeback and has been a must-have on the streets of New York this summer.
Women will also find a collection of checks and plaids on this fall's racks that have carried over from last year. Scarves, shirts, coats and dresses can all have this pattern, but keep it simple. Men's plaids are extravagant and multicolored, but keep your plaids simple and two-toned.
If you're going to hit the town (a.k.a. the Den) for the night, consider a minimalist look. A simple dress, perhaps with leggings, no more, no less. The likes of Calvin Klein, Jil Sander, Prada, Lanvin and YSL all chose a simple minimalist look this fall. What color? Black is still the new black.
Finally, just because flowers bloom in spring, it doesn't mean they disappear in fall. Runways have been full of floral patterns and foliage in subdued, earthy colors.
And so, whatever trend you pick, or whatever trend picks you, stay eternal, stay unique and keep it simple this fall.
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