Fall's Wedding Style

My long-time friend Rachel Kim, of VueSociety, has graciously agreed to write as a guest for today's blog. She is all about fashion and really knows her stuff. Read on to find out what fashion has in store for Fall Wedding Season. Thank you Rachel!
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Now that summer is slowly making its end, it is time to talk about fall. It's hard to think about fall when it's 80 degrees outside, but it's vital to prepare you for its trends knowing that it is only weeks away. Fall weddings are the most beautiful with the vibrant and bold colors that create statements. Without taking any attention away from the bride, it is still important to dress appropriately. This season, we're looking at fringe, metallic, asymmetrical one shoulder and subtle prints.



Embrace yourself. Fringe?

Fringe has been the most popular trend over the summer (if you didn't catch it). It has evolved into a fall version and it has come in various shapes and sizes including the asymmetrical fringe dress in magenta by bebe. One shoulder dresses have been a hit in past red carpet events with celebrities and luckily it is still going to continue to be huge. Don't neglect the metallics for it will continue on into the holidays. Metallics that don't glam too much and is subtle to the wearer's taste is perfect for a fall wedding. Prints have been around for several seasons recently and likewise has transitioned into fall. This season we will be seeing more purple plums and royals with black. It is the perfect combination to look stylish, conservative and sharp.

All shades of purple is a refreshing and the black makes it bold and the right hue for fall season. By carrying a black clutch would complete the look. Don't forget minimal jewelry because the bride is the star of the show and you would be a shame to take that away from her. Great straps with mega heels would be perfect for the fall trends.



Shifting gears now, we're talking the men trends. Believe it or not. Plaid sports jackets are making a bigger comeback. You will never fail with a very chic, clean and sophisticated black on black with or without a tie. It never fails. Two-tone collar jackets are for the brave that want to make a grown up prep appeal. It has a sweater flare to the sports jacket making it more casual and that is going to vary on the wedding occasion. Boys, please make sure to find out the wedding's formal or casualness to find the perfect sports jacket. Another trend in sports jacket is that they have become shorter and less buttons is better. Try to avoid 3 button jackets unless you're attending a specific black-tie wedding.

Some word of advice for men is to wear a nice watch and keep your look fit. Your jacket and dress shirt should be well fitted and well steamed to minimize all wrinkles. Do not wear white socks unless you are trying to make a tribute to Michael Jackson which I doubt anyone at the wedding will even acknowledge. Wear deodorant so that when the after party starts you can take your blazer off proudly.



Rachel Kim lived in New York City after graduating from Seattle Pacific University with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Business Administration, and is currently living in Bellevue (again). She has worked in high fashion and for jewelry in PR and sales. In addition, she coordinated parties, networking events, fundraising events and assisted at New York Fashion Week. She is everything in the word social. Rachel is not easily amused and does not settle for mediocrity. Her true passion for style and her love for the Eastside is proven in her latest blog, VueSociety.

Besides everything fashion, Rachel is a coffee and Panera addict, hence her yellow teeth. You can find her strolling around downtown Bellevue stuffing her face, or fishing at a spot she will not disclose, only because that will ruin her cover (not that this didn’t already). In her playlist, you can find anything from the Top 40, classical, opera, jazz and ballad. She even secretly listens to Warm106.9 at night while twittering. One last thing that you will notice about Rachel is that her umbilical cord from her blackberry and her fingers have not been cut. Enough said, right?

On a serious note, Rachel truly wants to share her knowledge and insights on fashion and be a resource to Eastsiders. Through her blog, she helps both sides of the counter. Her vision is that someday the Eastside will reach a point where it will be put on the map as one of the most fashionable communities. She is all ears for blog ideas and can be reached at rachel@vuesociety.com.