“This season is all about hope, reemergence, and the beauty of gathering with loved ones again,” says Wendy Knight of Lemons & Limes Boutique (L&LB). “The fashion industry is back, including the ability to shop in person—especially with friends in tow.”
Coming together with friends—for overnight adventures or weekend getaways—has an altogether new twist this year as we emerge from our covid cocoons … ditching comfy pants and don’t-care-hair for chic (yet still casual) couture. Our day trip of choice? Branch Hill Estates.
“This fall is different,” adds Lori Avallone of Mainstream Boutique (MB). “As a whole, we’re ready to get back to dressing for occasions—fun, comfy pieces that have translated into more elevated looks.”
Adding to the farm charm is a bijou dose of dazzle and delight with select gemstones and jewelry from Dale Robertson Jewelry (DRJ).
1. MB: Liverpool blue and rust plaid jacket, $109. Liverpool straight crop raw hem denim with side zipper detail, $109. DRJ: SS Beloved labradorite ring, $249. “The shacket is what I’m most excited about—in solids, plaids, vibrant colors,” Lori says. “You’ll be able to top everything from denim to sweater dresses to body-hugging separates—great for all ages and body types. It’s the absolute #1 key piece everyone should have in their closet this fall.”
2. L&LB: Giselle Swiss Dot maxi dress in Mauve, $48. Collette fluffy jacket in blush, $50. Ella 5-layer tassel necklace, $22.50. Sorbet sparkle hair clip, $14. Carter Fold Clutch in blush, $48. “Falls trends are elevated casual—getting dressed again but embracing the comfortable lines and fabrics we’ve become accustomed to,” says Wendy. “Accessories are fabulous this season—chunky rhinestones, bold-colored stones, lots of celestial inspiration.”
3. L&LB: Benton grey moto jacket, $75. Wells black button fly jeans, $64. M gold and pearl bracelet set, $24. Micah gray leopard magnetic clasp bracelet, $18. MB: Liverpool plaid knit skinny pants, $89. Liverpool white henley, $49. DRJ: SS/solid 18K onyx bangle, $309. SS Altitude drop earrings, $87.
4. MB: Plaid shacket, $78. Seamless reversible tank, $26. Black denim, $68/$78. DRJ: SS/solid 18K Reign ring, $335. SS/solid 18K Maybell pendant, $266. L&LB: Audrey turtleneck crop sweater, $58. Wells button fly jeans in sage, $64. Magnolia genuine rouched leather tote, $88. Leather Survivor/Semicolon leather bracelets, $22. Petrified wood and gold dangle earrings $26.
5. MB: Mustard cable turtleneck distressed sweater with bell sleeve, $59. Core jegging, $68/$78. Cream hat, $56. DRJ: SS Heiress coral ring SS, $125. SS Intrinsic Balianese bangle, $390. L&LB: Maxine ruffle hem geo print top in navy, $44. Frayed hem dark wash denim, $58. Lexi diamond dangle rose gold earrings, $16.50. Leather Survivor/Semicolon leather bracelets, $22.
6. On the Cover. MB: One cut out shoulder stripe banded turtleneck knit top, $46. Crop flare denim, $78. DRJ: SS Roche “X” Balinese bangle, $311. L&LB: Lisa luxe v-neck sleeveless top in Khaki, $24. Terry long-sleeve cardi in grey, $34. Wells black button fly jeans, $64. Leopard dangle earrings, $18. Gold and orange tassel necklace, $22.50.
7. On Location. Tucked away on the edge of Loveland, Branch Hill Estates is an idyllic and serene setting perfect for a girls trip, minibreak or special event. Spanning 11 acres, this hidden gem features two rentable vacation homes—the charming Log Cabin and luxurious Manor House—plus a working mini-farm (complete with llamas, piglets, horses and more … including one tame turkey).
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