Are you confused, dumbfounded or just plain uninspired when it comes to your scarves and shawls?

Not to fear!  Jeane B. is here with some creative and fun solutions for holiday wear, and all year round!

Happy Holidaze and thanks so much for your continued readership!

xoxoxoxoxoJeane B.

the simple solution

October is such a transitional month.

Typically it is the true onset of the autumn season, and with that climate change brings the realization that the Holiday Season is just around the corner as well!

There is usually the typical mad dash to the closet, the throwing of hands in the air, and the comment “I have NOTHING to wear”!

Well, fear no more because there are some simple steps to avoid hysteria, AND make it through the next few months in style, within budget, and beautifully!

Here are a few tips to get you “falling” forward!

To begin, you must take stock of what is in your closet.

If you have, (and you likely do) a pair of jeans, a pair or two of black opaque or sheer tights, some black pumps or boots, and a bunch of costume jewelry, you are already half there!

Follow these guidelines to take your wardrobe and your Autumn and Holiday wardrobe up to the next level!

1. For a fun daywear or party wear ensemble, add the jeans to new or vintage sequin jackets, ruffled tops, and colorful bold print tunics or coats.

2. Pair black opaque or sheer tights with black booties or patent sky high pumps for instant slenderness and chic style!

3. Choose bold florals, animal prints, and modern graphic prints in your coats or jackets, dresses, and tunics.

These can be found in new condition or in a vintage store, but they NEVER go out of style and always shine on the wearer!

4. Don’t be afraid to experiment with bold accessories!

Pile on the bangle bracelets on one or both arms, either in a matching or different blend of materials and metallic finishes.

Rhinestones and large crystal jewelry is both festive and attention getting and FUN!

Try both costume rings for day for humour and interest in an outfit!

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Featured content courtesy of jak&jil.

Here are three quick and easy pieces you can purchase, or maybe even own, that will create hundreds of options for your wardrobe, for Fall and forever!

BEST PRINT TREND:  ANIMAL PRINT

The animal print trend has never really gone out of style, and probably never will, but it is in hyper focus this fall / winter season!   A personal favorite of mine is leopard, but there are many options from zebra to tiger and reptile, one of them is sure to please!  The easiest way to incorporate this look is to add animal print accessories to your wardrobe.

Silk top by Banana Republic

OPTIONS

• a great leopard tote or handbag

Jimmy Choo zebra bag! LOVE IT! creds: WWD

• scarves or shawls

leopard print scarf creds: topshop

• hair calf print platform pumps or ballet flats

leopard print bootilicious! creds: WWD

• a simply cut animal print tee or bodysuit.

animalistic desire! creds:topshop

WHAT TO LOOK FOR:

• creative color takes on zebra, tiger or leopard in neon shades like pink or green

• reptile embossed finishes

• metallic threads interwoven with the animal print for shine and luster

Roar! Coolest hat this season! Creds.WWD

Style tip: When wearing any animal print, keep your other accessories or clothing items simple in cut and coloring.  The animal print IS the accessory, so less is more!