The ’70s are back. If you didn’t believe the hype before, luxury designer Rebecca Minkoff just told us personally. So it must be true.
In Chicago in August to celebrate the reveal of her new Crowd Source bag (exclusive to Nordstrom), Minkoff shared not one but three retro staples as her go-to trends for the impending cool-weather months. Fashion-lovers, take note.
Fringe. It’s not just for festivals anymore. You can find it on everything from boots and moto jackets to handbags and pants. To avoid “hippie overload,” try sticking with one statement fringe piece and pairing it with an otherwise understated ensemble.
Suede. Not exactly the most practical trend for braving the Chicago weather (suede mixed with rain, snow and sleet is less than ideal), but one that should be embraced nonetheless. You’ll see this trend in apparel and accessories alike: skirts, pants, jackets, and of course, OTKBs. (See below.) Just make sure to stock up on your Scotchgard!
Over-the-knee boots. While not new to fall fashion, tall boots do keep getting bigger and better. The most popular versions are—you guessed it—comprised of lots of suede and fringe. Pull on a pair of these tall, swanky boots and they’ll almost make your puffy North Face jacket look chic. Almost.