Western fashion is a large part of my core personal style and it also happens to be trending in a huge way this fall. Dressing the part in a sophisticated sense can be tricky and it’s easy to go from western-chic to country concert if you go overboard. The key to keeping it minimal is to find one or two ways to sneak it into your regular outfits so that it’s an accent rather than the entire focus. The following are some of my favorite ways to add subtle western style to my outfits.
Structured Wool Hats
A structured fedora like one of the above styles from Janessa Leone can add subtle western vibes to any ensemble. The monochrome, minimal detailing gives it a sophisticated and timeless look that can be dressed up or down, plus it won’t go out of style after one season.
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Minimal Cowboy Boots
Inject a little western flair into any fall outfit with a pair of cowboy boots. The key to keeping the overall look more city than country is to choose a sleek, minimal pair without any heavy embroidery or colorful patterns.
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Western Belts
One of my favorite ways to add a touch of western to my outfits is with a metal-tipped belt or one with a wide buckle. As I suggested with the cowboy boots, a minimal style will look more effortless, especially when paired with classic wardrobe staples.
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Fringe Accents
Fringe is a western trend that typically returns without fail every fall. When it’s an accent on pieces like the suede YSL bag and camel coat shown above, it’s classic rather than trendy. To keep from looking overdone, I like to keep the rest of my outfit minimal when wearing fringe since it’s usually the focal point.
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