Runway inspirations via style.com except where noted:
3.1 Phillip Lim
Note how the scarf is tucked into the belt!
Adam
Burberry Prorsum
Carolina Herrera
Charles Nolan
Derek Lam
Diane von Furstenberg – loving the short belted jacket over a longer sweater!
Adam
Burberry Prorsum
Carolina Herrera
Charles Nolan
Derek Lam
Diane von Furstenberg – loving the short belted jacket over a longer sweater!
1) Experiment with variegated sleeve lengths
At Marni, three different sleeve lengths add interest to the look. Note also the variety in colors and fabrics... Nothing really "matches" but somehow it all works!
This picture courtesy nymag.com.
Just look at the variety of sleeve lengths in jackets for autumn!
Mike & Chris Stanley sleeveless blazer.
Just look at the variety of sleeve lengths in jackets for autumn!
Mike & Chris Stanley sleeveless blazer.
Visit owlslab.com.
Gap short sleeved pea coat, $78
Trina Turk Shiro jacket with funnel collar and elbow length sleeves, at shopbop.com
2) Belt it! Remember the SNL “Gap Girls” sketch with David Spade and Chris Farley? “Just cinch it!” Turns out they were right ~ Whether over a cardigan or jacket, open or not, a belt adds interest and defines the waist. Check out the instructional trio of looks from luckymag.com!
See also: Autumn Cashmere belted vest over BA&SH tunic, via Glamour UK
Gap short sleeved pea coat, $78
Trina Turk Shiro jacket with funnel collar and elbow length sleeves, at shopbop.com
2) Belt it! Remember the SNL “Gap Girls” sketch with David Spade and Chris Farley? “Just cinch it!” Turns out they were right ~ Whether over a cardigan or jacket, open or not, a belt adds interest and defines the waist. Check out the instructional trio of looks from luckymag.com!
See also: Autumn Cashmere belted vest over BA&SH tunic, via Glamour UK
3) Get sheer! Layer two sheer shirts together. Or layer a diaphanous blouse over a dress!
4) Use skinny jeans as leggings! Check out CC’s fave layered look in the collage above – CC loves to wear J Brands under a T-Bags dress! Then throw on a fitted blazer, fun wrap and cute cloche and you’re good to go!
5) Don’t fret if your frock peeks out from beneath your coat. It is now perfectly acceptable to wear a shorter topper over a longer dress, as at Peter Som.
6) Wear a strapless dress over a tunic or long-sleeve shirt! See Paul Smith floral frock at right, and note the multiple patterns!
6) Wear a strapless dress over a tunic or long-sleeve shirt! See Paul Smith floral frock at right, and note the multiple patterns!
Another option? Layer a bustier over a tee!
DVF, contd.
Isletti Vest, Bergen Silk Chiffon dress and skinny python-embossed belt, at Neiman Marcus.
You may also experiment with layering two vests of different lengths, shorter over longer!
9) Tights are your friend! Layer fishnets over opaques, and experiment with patterns and interesting color combinations!
9) Tights are your friend! Layer fishnets over opaques, and experiment with patterns and interesting color combinations!
Karolina Kurkova, photographed by David LaChapelle for Vanity Fair, August 2001
10) Wear a blazer over a dress! Step up your evening game with a look like the one pictured above: Alice + Olivia bustier dress paired with Rag & Bone blazer.
10) Wear a blazer over a dress! Step up your evening game with a look like the one pictured above: Alice + Olivia bustier dress paired with Rag & Bone blazer.
This is the time to invest in some versatile and timeless sheath dresses. Be sure that that can stand alone as well as team with other key pieces in your wardrobe, for that expert layered look.
And don't be shy! Foray out of your "solids" comfort zone and pick up an interesting shift like this Lauren Moffatt embroidered hem dress. Will look so chic paired with a cardi, cape or duster!
All at shopbop.com.
For example, you may wish to layer your bangles over your gloves, as done by Marilyn in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Lucy Liu
CC also loves the look of opera length gloves with a short-sleeve cardigan, jacket or dress.
Some amazing tips. I'm going to definitely be layering and experimenting with my tights this season.
ReplyDeleteohh i love what marni did with those sleeves.
ReplyDeletelove all the pics.
and thanks for the comment! :)
wow great pictures!
ReplyDeletereally inspirefull!
mmmmmmm i love layering! that's why i love fall! it's coming soon...
ReplyDeleteWow, that's lots of nice and inspirational stuff!
ReplyDeleteoh layering. oh we love thee...
ReplyDeleteWONDERFUL post!
OMG that yellow coat! I love your roundups so much. Nobody does them quite like you. Do I win an outfit as a prize for commenting first?
ReplyDeleteIt would be cruel to deny me, CC.
Me encanta la idea que presentas de conjugar una letra del abecedario con un post, es super original! Y con respecto a las layers, estoy en pleno proceso, aunque de a poco ya se acerca la primavera por estos lados...
ReplyDeleteY te robé algunas pics :)
This is something I absolutely see myself with! Great post
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Love this post!! Layers are a must have in my book. I use dresses, blazers and cardigans as a canvas and work around it. With a tiny waist like mine, I love to put a belt on to. Thank you for giving me even more inspiration! And for your lovely words about my work. It means a lot to me, coming from such a talented woman as yourself:-
ReplyDeleteKnits and Layering, your posts this weekend, are awesome! I'd love to know where the cropped short sleeve peacoat is from- LOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteI'm giving you an award! Yay you!
ReplyDeleteLOVED this post. It was awesome! My favorites were the three DvF outfits. I love DvF! Her wrap dresses are supercomfy too! The belt idea is terrific.
I love layeing!!!
ReplyDeleteBut I think it must be well done, because of the proportions.
This post is great dear, amazing with all this tips.
I love tights, gloves, shirts, blazers and cardigans...
You're so inspirational.
xoxo
i like the cinched look, can't wait for fall!
ReplyDeleteThis post is exactly what I need. I'm so so SO bad at layering, I'll definitely be following these tips.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! :D
i think i need layering 101. i'm not the best at it. lol. the best i've ever done was a uneck under a billowy tank! haha.
ReplyDeleteLayering is my favorite :) THanks for the inspiration in these photos!! Always looking for new layering ideas!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos. I never would have thought of layering two blazers!
ReplyDeleteusually when i layer, i just feel as though it adds much unwanted bulk, but some of these looks are really promising. i think i could definitely try belting a cardigan over a dress for fall.
ReplyDeleteoh too much!!! how beautifull!!!! Nicole Miller and i love Stella and Miss Sixty great!
ReplyDeletekisses CC
fabulous advice, and I love the Adam look.
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid you won't be able to have this blog for long because some magazine is going to snap you up! :)
Love this post CC!
ReplyDeleteWhile most people in the Caribbean tend to follow the 'less is more' principle, I can't get enough of layering!
Although I wouldn't wear something so ridiculously impractical that it could possibly make me suffer a heatstroke, I definitely have a love of all kinds of outerwear and winter accessories and I wear them when I can.
The looks you picked are so gorgeous! Such a lovely mix of shapes, proportions, patterns, colours and textures. Even though I won't be experiencing fall weather, I will definitely be enjoying all the wonderful fashion from the season!
Take care darling and have a great day tomorrow :)
i looove layers and am loving the photos! thanks for all the insipration!
ReplyDeletewheee i love layering! i just might try stripes with florals this season! thanks for the good ideas carrie =D
ReplyDeletei love the hot pink dress at the bottom and the yellow suit!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely loved this post!! i've taken notes and will be using your tips!!! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi there-what a fantastic and inspirational post, definitely my favourite so far!! It really puts you in the mood for Autumn and you've given out some great tips, which some I will definitely try!!
ReplyDeleteThe belt over a vest looks interesting... a different take on the belted cardigans.
ReplyDeleteCC... thank you for your sweet comment as usual. :)
ReplyDeleteLayering is cool. I even started layering necklaces!
one request for you.
Would you like to expend your content area? Each one of your post is so jam packed I don't think the space you've got there is enough. So much so that the polyvore image is cut off in this post.. I can see that image fine in google reader tho. Let me know if you need any help with it.
Carrie great great tips! i adore the variety of sleeve lengths on offer this season right from the catwalk to the high street.
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ReplyDeleteLoving the Lim and the Blumarine, and FANTASTIC tips! I'm definitely going to be doing some sheer layering up top and lots of tights in the fall.
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Hmmm layering tights..never thought of that one! I still have not figured out wear I am going to get my tights yet and what colors! I am thinking some bright colors and some laceys:) Love love love the skinny belts. Your post is top notch as usual!
ReplyDeleteI love layering, nice post =]
ReplyDeleteI am SO looking forward to my winter layering :) Beautiful examples as always, love the second look!
ReplyDeleteoh greaat tips, and i just so love layering!!! it's stylish, sensible and really fun to do :))) you're definitely making me wish fall was here sooner CC!!! ;D xoxo, lulu
ReplyDeleteOoh multipul blazers sounds intriguing!
ReplyDeleteLayering = one of my favorite things, especially in the Fall weather.
ReplyDeleteThe boots were a lucky find. I have an eye for things to buy no matter what store I'm in. Is it a blessing or a curse? lol.. Thanks for your comments, you are always so sweet. xx
hihi CC, can't wait to try the layering for fall. i am having lots of fun trying thin layering tee with sleeveless sweater dress and leggings. but sort of hot in california this couple of days. : )
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for your comment in El Fashionista about Bonvoyage's collection. I'm glad you like it!
ReplyDeletehi, im not going to comment on ur post toay, but will tommorow.
ReplyDeletehat i will say that i nominated u for a log premiun award. pls folow the rules u will find on my website. i mean blog. :)
Thanks for your comment! great spotting and love the hats!
ReplyDeleteI must say I do love all of the inspiration I get from your blog. The only criticism I can come with is that the layout of the post and the pics can get a bit messy at times, making it difficult to read.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, layering is definitely where the magic happens!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely my favorite trend ever. Layering is just the key to fashion succes. You can do so much with layering, it's just a type of magic. Nobody even comes close to how much I love layering. Me love!
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