Top Sewing Trends for Fall/Winter + Maker Style Podcast Part 2!

Hey guys! Maker Style has another great podcast episode lined up for you. In this episode I share my top favorite trends for Fall/Winter, and some really great patterns I’ve matched with each trend. Some I’ve already experimented with, and some are still on my to do list.

Disclaimer: I’ve since added a few more trends that I didn’t talk about on the podcast. Take a listen, and below I’ve included a visual reference and direct links to go along with it. Enjoy!

My Top Trend Picks + Patterns for Fall /Winter 2016:

1. Jeans: The first thing I think of when planning my fall wardrobe is a good pair of jeans, am I right? I’m loving everything raw, distressed and high waisted! My go to is always a dark wash skinny jean, but I’ve decided to mix it up a little this year. I recently sewed up a pair of high waisted Safran Pants by Deer & Doe  and added a staggered hem, a current trend I’m obsessed with. I also love the distressed denim look, and I want to try sewing up a distressed boyfriend jean, using the Morgan Jeans Pattern by Closet Case Files, (we’ll see if I’m brave enough to distress them!!). Boyfriend style jeans are a little outside my fashion comfort zone, but I think they will be a really great wardrobe staple for me, and I’ll be able to get the fit just right by making them myself.

(Nordstrom Inspo)

(Safran Jeans)

2. Fur: It’s everywhere this season. I always think of fur as a more dressy wardrobe piece, but I’m excited to try this trend as a more casual, everyday look too. I sewed a faux fur coat using  M7257, and I’m so happy with it. Don’t be intimidated by fur! You can read my recent post all about how to work with faux fur on fabric.com’s new blog!

(Nordstrom Faux Fur Inspiration)

(M7257)

3. Plaid: Let’s be honest, every fall I really just want plaid everything. My go to is always a classic plaid button down, try the: Archer Shirt by Grainline Studio. For a classic button down with a twist, try:  McCall’s M7472 (pictured below). Another fun pattern I haven’t tried yet that I think would be fabulous in a plaid is the: Sarah Shirt by By Hand London.  If you want to go plaid crazy, take it a step further and sew up a coat or even a pair of trousers, try: Tyyni Cigarette Trousers by Named Clothing. When it comes to plaids, be careful about matching your pattern, and make sure to order a little extra fabric so you have enough to be able to match your pattern pieces when cutting.

(M7472)

(Archer Shirt)

4. Bold Florals: I’m just LOVING the bold floral trend going on right now, there’s too many great examples of this to share too. I’ve already tried my hand at this trend, and I feel like it’s really all about the fabric. I sewed up the Fen Dress with a really beautiful floral from Indie Sew, but sadly it’s sold out. I also sewed up V9201 in the gorgeous Rifle Paper Co. Les Fleurs fabric. I absolutely love both looks, and wear them all the time.

(Fen Dress // V9201)

5. Turtlenecks with everything! My go to turtleneck pattern is: (Paola Turtleneck Tee by Named Clothing) and I want to try pairing it with the Lottie dress by Christine Haynes going along with the look pictured below or maybe a denim button down skirt, try: The Erin Skirt, or a lengthened Chi-Town Chino Skirt.

6. Jackets and Coats:  Another must for fall/winter! I’m seeing Bomber Jackets, try McCall’s: (M7100) (For a fun twist try adding a shearling lining!). I’m also loving utility jackets, and I’m currently sewing one up, I’ll be posting about it towards the end of this month. Try:  (Allie Olsen’s new pattern the Lonetree Jacket, I can’t wait to share this one with you!).

7. Bell Sleeves: Bell sleeves are also everywhere, and they are one of my favorite trends right now. I love the flowy, feminine, 70’s vibe they give off. I’ve been making bell sleeve tops since last fall, and I LOVE them. I haven’t sewn this one up yet, but it’s on my do to list for this season. You can see Megan Nielsen’s Dove Blouse vs. Nordstrom Blouse, so so similar! Can’t wait to have a moment to sew this one up!

Here’s my knit top version from last fall, I still wear this top all the time:

 

8. Velvet: It’s everywhere!! I’m seeing blazers, skirts, tops, dresses, shoes, you can’t go wrong! I think you could really sew up anything in velvet, just make sure it’s the right weight for your project. I have a really fun collaboration/tutorial I’m currently working on for next month, and I can’t wait to share it with you. For now, here’s some velvet inspiration for you:

I hope this helped get you inspired for some fab fall/winter sewing and I hope you enjoyed the podcast! Thanks for stopping by!