Braids: the braided hairstyles to wear in fall 2013

Braids can be girlish, they can be classical, they can be traditional or elegant or punkish. It all comes down to the particular style you’re wearing, and indeed the way in which you carry it. Braids are a staple part of any girl’s hair reportoir, a constant rather than so much a trend; and yet, as far as fall 2013′s hairstyles go, the question is of which braided hairstyles to try. 

How to mix prints: 10 inspiration boards for fall.

Some might still hold on to the days it used to be considered a fashion faux pas, but the mixing together of prints, patterns and textures that don’t necessarily belong together, grew to become one of the biggest statements of the fall 2013 in terms of fashion trends. Eccentric, bold and unpredictable, the runway inspiration can be of course played down for everyday life. With that in mind, the rest should only be about having fun and embracing the adventurous side of fashion. Make the best use of your imagination.

 

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The briefcase

Suitable for the workplace and for travel, the briefcase goes opposite directions with the messenger bag. Formal, especially when made out of leather, briefcases require a business casual outfit, looking their best when paired with sleek suits. When purchasing a briefcase, opt for full-grain leather as opposed to corrected leather, as it stands for higher quality and durability.

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Men’s bag styles for fall

Making for one of the most common choices, the messenger bag, also known as a satchel or an over the shoulder bag, works for college students and older men as well. Popular due to its functionality and versatility, this bag will do for school, work, travel and gym activities. Easy to carry, practical and roomy, a messenger bag carries with it preppy masculinity. Seek it in leather, canvas or nylon.

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Colors, fabric and size

In terms of colors for fall, you can pretty much stick to a palette built of shades of grey, navy, charcoal, burgundy and black. White, most shades of brown, as well as yellow, can look great as well, depending on your bag’s quality and choice of fabric.

WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie Kastrup Backpack

If you can trust WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie with something, it is to bring their impeccable take on men’s accessories even in something as essential as a backpack. The Kastrup leather-trimmed tweed piece betrays their sleek and minimal aesthetic.

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Shoe Of The Day: 'Angie P' by Lola Ramona

Pretend for a moment that British Summer Time exists like it would in a Richard Curtis film. Everything is green and lush, the sky is a deep cerulean cloudless expanse, the Pimm's is ever flowing and cricket whites stay startlingly white.