We are channeling our small town country girl style as Modern Homestead steps into the spotlight this month. It gives all the cozy feels, yet is effortless and undeniably stylish. Our current mood blends the romance of the countryside with sleek city-ready refinement. It’s all about mixing rich textures like suede and denim with classic staples that offer versatility and work easily together, whether you are going to a harvest festival or getting ready for a night out on the town.
Styling Barrel Jeans the Fashion-Girl Way
You have been seeing and hearing about barrel jeans for quite a while now. These are not just a trend, the barrel is going strong and definitely a style you want in your denim rotation. Because it is still considered a newer look, it is easy to be a bit unsure of what to wear with a barrel.
Before we talk style options, you will want to know a few reasons why the barrel continues to dominate and these would be cut, shape & form and versatility. The barrel leg features a curved silhouette that balloons at the thigh area and tapers in closer to the ankle. The barrel leg stands out because they are not a skinny jean, nor are they a wider leg. This gives shape, movement and a bit of dramatic flair without overwhelming your body. And one of the best things about barrels is how easy they are to style!
A darker wash can look polished with a blazer and loafers or when your goal is weekend casual, you can always pair it down to a chunky sweater and sneakers. For a feminine and edgy aesthetic, take a silky tank and wear with boots or bold jewelry. When choosing footwear, try your barrel jeans with kitten heels, ankle boots or loafers to highlight the tapered hem. As far as length, depending on your height, these may be full length on some, and a bit more of a cropped look on others, but the fashion girls say these should hit just above the ankle, which is another reason why they will look amazing with the suggested shoes. To finish off your look as the days get chillier, you can get cozy and layer a long coat or trench style to elongate the silhouette.
Our current in-store HB staff picks for barrel jeans right now are the BNA’s Soft Curve Barrel and the Pistola Tate High Rise Bowed Wide Leg Jean.
Suede take Centre Stage
The season’s must have texture is most definitely suede, it just oozes cool luxe and is being shown in everything from boots to bags to blazers. You can compliment any Fall ‘Fit with this sumptuous soft material and its timeless texture adds both depth and dimension, making it the perfect transitional layer to carry you throughout the cooler months.. We love adding suede as your accessory, in footwear especially our Dittes Tall Boots or our Alohas Tb.490 Crochet Burgundy sneakers. We are also leaning into suede for handbags, as it captures luxury and ease, especially our new collection by Sancia. The Altura gives off quiet glamor for evening event style or The Izola is the It-piece everyday bag with limitless wearability.
Suede also instantly elevates the simplest outfit making it a fabulous choice for a new Fall coat and we are obsessed with the cropped Glenda Jacket in chocolate brown. Style with denim and boots for daytime and pair over a slip dress for evening. This is one of those pieces that moves seamlessly from casual to polished and refined.
Plaids and Checks are back in a big way
We are seeing plaid everywhere this Fall from blazers, skirts, shirts and jackets. Although it isn’t new or a trend, there is a lot more renewed interest in plaid. This contemporary check is easy to add into your style rotation and make your outfit more polished with a city edge. The Wilson Plaid Fitted Blazer provides the structured silhouette and tailored lines that is poised enough for morning meetings, and effortlessly chic for evening drinks. Style it with dark denim and flats for daytime and elevate at night with a silk lace camisole, statement jewelry and heels.
If you are in the market for a new Fall Coat that works for just about anything, we suggest the Levy Coat. This heritage-inspired design is full-length with a classic fit and offers high impact with minimal effort. As the days get chillier (they will) your coat becomes an integral part of your wardrobe staples and you want it to work for you as much as possible. The Levy is sleek & tailored, and delivers on some of this season’s key trending highlights: 1) Refined corduroy accents at the cuff and collar, 2) the full inside lining is gorgeous rustic-chic plaid and 3) it is the richest shade of chocolate brown!! Don’t wait on this one or it will be gone…
Timeless, Iconic and Trending...why Frye Boots define Fall Fashion
If your energy is heritage with edge, then you are going to love, love, love one of the most iconic, legendary fashion brands we have welcomed to Homebody in the last five years. All the HB girls are living for this launch and majorly obsessed already. For those who have been around awhile, this isn’t the first time you knew you most definitely must- have a pair of Frye Boots! It is a legacy brand that carries some serious cultural weight, worn over the years by rockstars, rebels to everyday fashion icons. Each pair is known for handcrafted quality, made with premium leather and is built to last. The classic silhouette ages beautifully and never goes out of style, making them worthy of investing in. It is an heirloom piece you will wear on repeat for years and gives off the most effortless cool factor. We will be styling forever with jeans and chunky sweaters for day and flowy dresses or midi skirts and blazers for night. And yep, of course these will also be your footwear for your country concert uniform from now on.
Right now, we are inspired by the countryside with easy layers, heritage plaids, tall boots, denim and seasonal jackets. The Modern Homestead vibe is about dressing with authenticity and comfort, while adding in modern tailoring and subtle luxurious details that make your outfit current. Country-girl style marries cozy staples with city-ready elements and statement accessories that work almost anywhere. We are totally embracing this time of year, when outfits balance rustic charm with the practicality of everyday wear paired with sophistication.