Autumn 2009 Fashion Trends: Curvy Country

Yee Haa! This winter sees us reaching for our fringed boots, peasant shirts, and gypsy-inspired chunky gold jewelry. Plaid isn’t for Western movies or lumberjacks anymore! One of the major trends for this autumn is the folk/country inspiration. Plus Size Tall takes a look at what is available in the stores.

For inspiration check out the Autumn 2009 Fashion Trends from Boden. In particular their ‘Road Trip’ collection has that country feel. The Check Shirt in brushed cotton gives you a feeling of warmth in the cold. And they’ve moved the lumberjack look on by adding some lovely details including coloured buttons and button tabs, so you can turn up your sleeves and wear this shirt untucked, over a jersey top. The wax Biker Jacket also adds to the country style. “You could wear this shower proof wax jacket when your dog takes you out for a walk, but its distressed, antique appearance feels as urban as a Thai takeaway or a decaf skinny milk cappuccino. So it’s perfect for those who prefer to experience the countryside through the medium of television.” Complete the country look with the Smart Leather Boots.

Evans has put some Autumn 2009 Fashion Trend looks together. The Colour Daze look will definitely help you add country to your wardrobe with a selection of jeans, tops, and accessories. The Check Roll up Sleeve Gypsy has Yellow, blue and pink check with tab and roll up 3/4 length sleeves. The Green Embroidered Gypsy is also very pretty with 3/4 sleeve embroidered scoop neck gypsy with elasticated cuff and drawstring hem. Evans also have a selection of check longline shirts in pink (or grey or green) and black check shirt with 3/4 length tab and roll up sleeves. The shirt is fully buttoned through so perfect worn over leggings. Evans also stock a range of bootleg jeans to complete the look.

La Redoute Talliseme offers the country Autumn 2009 Fashion Trend in both their country and casual look. The country look offers naturally effortless style with a relaxed, bohemian feel. Attention to detail is key with embellished necklines, lace and frilly edging. Try offsetting soft, neutral shades with richly coloured patterns; whilst the casual look offers a selection of laid-back looks with loose-fitting shapes and soft fabrics that emphasise comfort. Tunic dresses, stone wash jeans and leggings all channel this trend well. Both looks include a range of check shirts but the casual look offers the La Redoute En Plus Cotton Dress with buttoned mandarin collar and three-quarter length sleeves with ruffled yoke at the base is a very stylish country trend check option which looks great with knee length boots.

The Puritan Collection from M&Co will definitely help you get the country look with a “rich palette of earthy browns, deep blues, and soft rustic oranges which create strong folkloric prints with a strong western influence. Checks are bold, fringing is key, and embroidery adorns tops, shirts, and denim in this fresh take on a vintage look.”

Saloon Girl from Simply Be epitomises the country Autumn 2009 Autumn Trend. Think tassels, fringing, leather and tribal prints. Hot colours for this look are red, white and black. Wear a feminine top with contrasting leather jacket to get this look down to a tee. The Saloon Girl collection encompasses seven stunning looks from tassles to rips.

Ulla Popkens Casual Collection includes a selection of dresses and skirts with the modern country feel. The catalogue pictures have been taken in the US where the striking clothes are set against truly amazing backgrounds. The collection is Ultra casual! “Today’s woman makes her own decision on what she wants, or doesn’t want to wear. She loves to be fashionable, but doesn’t want to waste hours in front of the mirror. Casual creates a fashionable statement quickly and without fuss. Versatility is the key word for home, office and free time. Join in on the fun!”

From the Ann Harvey Collection “Contemporary Casuals” the navy Long Line Check Shirt with navy and purple check shirt featuring lurex stripes and large side pockets is very ‘country’ especially if worn over jeans or denim leggings for a casual yet stylish outfit. The Black Embroidered Skirt offers a more gypsy look with the beautiful full length skirt in black featuring teal and lime zigzag embroidery detail. Wear with teal jersey top for a stylish outfit.

Dorothy Perkins is doing check in style with a selection of check shirts in blues, whites, pinks, and greens. Curvety also stock a couple of very stylish check shirts worth having a look at. And check out the wide selection of jeans at Fast Jeans.