For fall/winter fashion, you´ll see the comeback of the 60´s swing trend. Many designer collections have embraced this trend whether it´s a traditional or a more modern take. The `girl with the black tights`, Edie Sedgwick is your ultimate style icon when it comes to mod life fashion. She wore tights literally with everything – with shift dresses and long t-shirts. Don´t be afraid to channel her style with vivid pops of bright colors, patterns, leather pieces, Houndstooth, and yes, go heavy with the eye makeup!
See: Dress Trends For Fall 2012 From The Runway
Mod Life Shift Dresses
From left: Zalia Dress, Wedge Boot, Roxy Dress, Studded Boot, Casey Dress, Platform
When it comes to swinging 60´s, shift dresses are first on the list. On warmer fall days, wear the dress as is finished with a pair of wedged/studded boots or peep-toe platforms. Once the wind turns chilly, layer up your dress with thick tights and throw over the new season masculine shaped tailored blazers or coats.
See: Fall 2012 Trend Alert: Tangerine Orange Accents Inspired by Christian Blanken
Mod Life Disco Theme
To add some spice on your moddy, twiggy look, create a disco theme combo. It´s all about that bright, shiny and tight disco pants. Amp it up with a rusty, orange and black striped blazer with long sleeves and a button-less design. Wear under your blazer a sexy, black and cropped under. And of course, finish off with those black ankle boots for a super trendy look.
See: Fall 2012 Trend Alert: How to Wear Mustard Yellow for Fall
Mod Life Edgy Look
Vest, Skirt, Bag, Necklace, Boot
The younger you are, the edgier you want to look. If you´re that type, then this style is for you. Play up with black and white, skater designs, plus (beaded) signs, studded/spiked and lots of black! To start with, get yourself a striking black skater skirt, it´s swingy, to team with a white vest and ankle boot. If it´s chilly, layer it up with black tights and black leather jacket. Add a black bag and a black spiked necklace for a very of-the-moment take on the 60s trend.
See: Fall 2012 Trend Alert: Evening Jumpsuits
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What do you think of the mod life trend for fall and winter 2012? How would you wear it?
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