Style is as individual as our personalities. Finding our own style is a journey that is life-long and changes throughout the seasons of our lives. Learning our likes and dislikes, along with what’s the most flattering, is how we grow in our own sense of style and expression. Jenna McEnaney, owner and stylist at Style Curated, has lent us some of her wisdom when it comes to elevating our personal style and capturing our best sense of style during the transition from summer to fall.
Fall in Fort Collins is a short season, often accompanied by hot and sunny weather alongside the fall foliage. McEnaney has many tips and tricks on how to use summer and fall items in our closets to create elevated and high-end outfits that effortlessly transition between the seasons.
“I am a huge fan of transitional items. My wardrobe is mostly made up of transitional pieces because they are so multifunctional,” McEnaney shares.
In her approach to transitional basics, McEnaney emphasizes the importance of airy, lightweight tops and form-fitting pieces. She suggests swapping out light colors for darker tones and transitioning from sleeveless to short sleeve lengths or lightweight long sleeves. A denim jacket or a lightweight statement jacket can add versatility, while blazers can effortlessly elevate casual outfits. High-quality denim, especially wide-leg styles, have been very popular, and slim-fit, ankle-height boots are a classic choice. Additionally, timeless-style, darker-tone belts and felt hats can add the perfect finishing touches to an outfit.
While each season tends to have a color palette that naturally aligns with its aesthetics, McEnaney notes that current trends have been breaking the mold when it comes to seasonal color tones.
“I think that we are moving away from such distinguished color palettes for each season, which I love,” she says. “However, there are definitely some common themes. Summer colors get brighter and lighter, such as creams, light pinks, light blues, and pale yellows. Heading into the fall, we generally start to get darker with our color tones, and they're really fun to play with too. I recommend wearing some really cool green tones like olive green and evergreen, which look really pretty in the fall season. I also love grays, browns, as well as a rich mocha, or any shade of brown. Those are some great options other than black and white.”
Style Curated lives up to its name. Every customer that walks through their doors is given the time and attention to curate an outfit or wardrobe that complements their own style and body type.
“I generally like to get a good feel for my clients' lifestyle, their current style, and what they are hoping to achieve with their styling,” McEnaney explains. Her styling process ensures that her clients not only receive beautiful, high-quality clothing but also feel their best in what they find within her store.
In the hands of Jenna McEnaney and her expert team at Style Curated, the transition from summer to fall becomes an effortless journey of style and self-expression. Whether you’re layering lightweight pieces or experimenting with richer tones, embracing the change of seasons has never felt more stylish or personalized.
Look 1:
Kamila Top $180, Romi French Wide Leg $180
Accessories: Dawn Initial Necklace $45, Issy Earring $55, Beth Bracelet $54, Comass Boots $160, Orange Hat: Austin Hat $180, Milla Leather Belt $140
Look 2:
Iolanda Power Shoulder Dress $130, The Kelly Blazer $300
Accessories: Henley Hoop Earrings $120, Watch Band $85, Catena Ring $58, Teach Boot $215, Downtown Crosswalk Handbag $160, Toni Leather Belt $145
Look 3:
Arcadia Sequin Sweater $255, Aleah Skirt $215
Accessories: Henley Hoop Earrings $120, Dawn Initial Necklace $45, Teach Boot $215, Cream Hat: McVie Hat $180, Shining Star Belt Bag $111