How do I wear that trend…patent leather

Oct 26, 2011 by Clueless Fashionista

There was a time when patent leather was considered a fashion faux pas. It was something people wore when they couldn’t afford real leather. Plus, in the early days of patent leather, it often had a very plastic look and was more fitting on little girls than adults.

When I was reviewing the trends for the fall, I was intrigued to see that patent leather was gracing the catwalks. This is a tricky trend. It should be done in small doses to prevent you from looking like the star of an S&M movie. However, when done properly, patent leather can really make a statement. In fact, it can often act like a pop of color because of the shiny texture. Here are some great ways to incorporate patent leather into your wardrobe:

1. Belts. If you wear a great patent leather belt, it can really pull your outfit together in a subtle but classy way. The cool thing is that you can now find patent leather belts in different colors. Go crazy!

2. Hair accessories. A patent leather headband can be really cute. If you don’t have one, you can always make one. This is for you crafty ladies.

3. Shoes. You know I’m a fan of wearing trends on your feet. It’s the easiest way to do it without feeling overwhelmed. Plus, patent leather shoes are fairly easy to find, also in a variety of colors.

4. Skirt or pants. This is definitely for you daring ladies but if you find a great patent leather pair of bottoms, you could step into the trend and strut your stuff. Since we’re in the colder months, this is the most ideal time to do a patent leather bottom.

I’d love to hear how you incorporated the patent leather trend into your wardrobe.  Share your stories in the comments below.