About Fall Clothing
When fall comes there are certain types of clothing that people tend to wear. While particular types of fabric and fabric weights will vary greatly from one area of the world to the next, for the most part individuals look for those pieces aimed at keeping them warm, comfortable and cozy throughout the fall season.
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Significance
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In most areas of the world, the fall season can mean anything from a slight to an extreme temperature change. Weather can run from moderately cool to cold during the day with temperatures dropping more at night. Therefore, a change in the type, style and fabric of clothing is necessary.
Types
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Fall clothing generally consists of the following items. Heavier weight pants made from denim, twill, corduroy, moleskin, wool and leather are a main stay. Shirtsleeves extend to three-quarter or full length. They are made from heavier weight cottons, knits and polyester blends. Sweaters in varying weights, styles and lengths are mixed into the equation. They can vary from lightweight twin sets, intended to add warmth without bulk, to heavy weight cables that are definitely meant to stave off the cold. Sweaters come in a variety of blends from cotton, knit, polyester, cashmere and more. Jackets of differing weights and fabrics become must have items. Everything from a lightweight windbreaker to a medium weight trench to heavier jackets and coats may be needed this time of the year. Fabrics vary from cotton or polyester blends to wool and leather or even faux furs. Shoes are changed out, moving away from sandals and open toe pumps to sneakers, closed toed pumps and casual shoes or even boots. Leathers and successful copycats indicate that winter is just around the bend, replacing the canvas, natural blended fabrics, plastic and rubber shoes of summer.
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Effects
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The change of season even affects accessories. Gone for the most part are small, dainty pieces of lightweight jewelry in pastel or neutral colors. They are replaced by more substantial jewelry pieces that are heavier in weight and darker in color. Typical fall jewelry includes long necklaces with large medallions instead of small pendants; cuff style bracelets instead of skinny bangles; and substantial hoops or button earrings instead of the more sedate studs. While a few filmy scarves may find their way into a spring and summer wardrobe, the scarves of winter are heavier, bulkier, and meant to provide warmth as well as fashion panache. Summer baseball caps and straw hats give way to wool berets, knitted ski caps and felt blend fedoras. Out come the gloves that can range from polyester knit blends to crocheted fibers to leather. Even socks may change from lightweight cottons to heavy wool options. Opaque tights become a season mainstay for girls and women.
Potential
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A lot of fall clothing is made to be layered in order to allow the wearer maximum use during the entire season, from slightly cool days to those that announce winter is just around the bend. Sweaters may be layered over shirts. Longer socks and opaque tights can be worn under pants to ensure extra warmth in the cold and wind. Even jackets can be layered from something relatively lightweight to something with more bulk and warmth.
Considerations
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Finding the trends for a particular fall season isn't difficult. Fashion magazines like "Elle," "Harper's Bazaar," "Marie Claire" and "Vogue" share the favorite trends of any given season and even offer pointers on where to look for the most desired fall clothing. Fall fashion weeks in New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Hong Kong and other areas of the world give a sneak peek into fall trends long before the season begins. Online sources like Fashion Trends Setter and Shopping the Trend are great places to check out to find the latest trends in clothing for any season. Fall clothing can be purchased in discount department stores like K-Mart and WalMart, other department stores like J.C. Penney or Macys, and online at sites like Lane Bryant or Newport News Clothing.
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