She's Crafty
Kelli Conway • 09/20/2017
Photo: Vogue
That time of year has officially come. We're moving on from our breezy dresses, stashing scarves in our work bags, and preparing to embrace a trend that’s a tad bit warmer. And while that perfectly soft grey cashmere sweater has been calling our names, sometimes our wardrobes long for something a little more eclectic, so to speak. Lucky for us, many designers decided to get nostalgic for fall by channeling one of our favorite earthy trends of yesteryear. Oh yes, the folk trend it back and feels cooler than ever.
Part '70s retro and part floral, featuring a lot of suede and a healthy dose of patchwork, folklore is the cozy, feel-good trend of 2017.
The good news? There are few restrictions style-wise, meaning there are plenty of ways to incorporate this trend into your current getup. Dolce & Gabbana and Erdem made their inspiration pop in an array of colors and patterns, while Calvin Klein and Loewe offered more simplistic forms that felt almost homey. This look is all about being unique, carefree, and free-spirited (with plenty of embellishment, of course).
Love your suede knee-high boots? You’ll find they work seamlessly with your floaty dresses. Or top off your trusty denim with oversized knitwear that looks like you found it in a far-flung flea market. And don’t pass up the opportunity to wear a fringed bag with that aforementioned grey sweater. Since this trend is making a comeback (again), we’re sure you probably have something tucked away in your wardrobe, but if you don’t, we rounded up some of our favorite folklore-inspired pieces for you to shop now…
No. 6 | $395.00FinefolkUlla Johnson | $485.00Poole ShopStella McCartney | $1095.00Kirna ZabeteJust Say Native | $648.00Just Say NativeJoie | $398.00The Finicky FillySea | $440.00Saint CloudAlanui | $3175.00CapitolNo. 6 | $375.00FinefolkJohnny Was | $342.00LussoJocelyn | $70.00The Finicky FillySea | $295.00Saint CloudMignonne Gavigan | $195.00The Finicky Filly
Just Say Native | $728.00Just Say NativeLe'Bulga & Co | $250.00SloanIsabel Marant Étoile | $535.00FinefolkA.L.C. | $595.00Beanie + CecilUlla Johnson | $448.00HampdenGucci | $3300.00Kirna ZabeteRag & Bone | $595.00VermillionJust Say Native | $668.00Just Say NativeJocelyn | $595.00The Finicky FillyRachel Comey | $495.00FinefolkUnreal Fur | $326.36Unreal FurJimmy Choo | $495.95To Be Continued