Mission: Dress to Impress Dublin (pt. 2)

'Tis the season... for denim! I'll be the first to admit-- when the temperature starts dropping and the leaves start changing, I'm more than ready to get back into "fall mode" with a great pair of jeans. Whether I'm wearing them for an afternoon of shopping (please, pretend you're surprised), a night out on the town, or even just to class, nothing rounds out my fall wardrobe for Dublin like some denim. See my favorite picks for this fall's denim trends after the jump!



Big this fall? Colored denim, the cuff-bottom boyfriend jeans (a la Katie Holmes), skinny jeans, and more! Here are some of my favorite takes on the denim trends:



1- 7 For All Mankind- Dojo Squiggle Pocket Jeans. For those who only do designer denim, these jeans are great. Their "havasu wash" is light enough for everyday, and perfect to pair with the trendy boho and plaid tops that will be in this fall. (On sale from $198 for $99 @ Nordstrom.com)

2- Forever 21's - Virginia Skinny Color Jeans. If you're feeling bold, colored denim is a great way to make a statement this fall. Jeans of all hues-- coral, royal blue, or even just gray for the less adventurous (myself included) are a great way to transition the colors of summer into your autumn wardrobe. ($29.90 @ Forever21.com)

3- Ann Taylor Loft- Rinse Wash Modern Skinny Jeans. I'll admit, I'm having a taudry affair with these jeans. I tried them on last week in the store, fell in love, but politely (and painfully) declined their $60 pricetag in a last-stitch effort to save money for Dublin. Yet three days later, what appears in my e-mail inbox? A 30% off coupon for Loft! God has smiled upon me, and he said "let there be denim". These sassy skinny jeans are mine! ($59.50 @ Ann Taylor Loft ... or $42 if you're lucky enough to get their coupons in your inbox)

4- !iT Jeans- Ellie Boyfriend Jean. No need to steal these bad boys from your boyfriend (or, if you did, it might be time to reevaluate your relationship). The darker wash makes these jeans polished enough to pair with a pretty little cardigan and some bedazzled fall flats. ($78 @ Nordstrom)

5- Old Navy- The Flirt. To me, these jeans are a must-have in everyone's wardrobe. They're sleek, timeless, smart, and a silhouette that will flatter EVERYONE. Dressy enough for stilettos and a silky top on a night out, and casual enough for flip flops and a vintage tee on a lazy afternoon. Oh, and the cherry on top? They're only $29.50. ($29.50 @ Old Navy)

What are your favorite denim trends for this fall? What about the trends you hate? What are your all-time favorite jeans? Let me know, leave a comment!

Mission: Dress to Impress Dublin (pt. 1)

Hey Brick Style fashionistas! As a foreign correspondent, I'm going to try to give you a good look at everything BStyle covers, but from the perspective of a student spending the semester in Dublin. And without a language barrier to worry about in Ireland, of course fashion is on my radar of important things to think about before I leave. So my last month of prepping before Dublin is spent figuring out what stylish digs I can cram into two tiny suitcases that will last me four months. First on the agenda: rainboots! See my rainboot lust-list (and the pair I actually bought) after the jump...





1. Tretorn- Rigg. These sporty little boots come in a variety of colors, and have just the right amount of playful white detailing on the side. ($69 @ Zappos)

2. Sperry Top-Sider- Wool Pelican Boot. Okay, Preppy McPrepster, these boots are for you. Traditional Sperry plaid, you know they're solid quality, and they look pretty warm too. ($95 @ Zappos)

3. Target- Three Strap Rainboots. If you're on a Target budget, and want a classic, black boot, these are prefect. Supposedly fits well for a wider foot, and at the price- you can't beat 'em. ($12.50 @ Target)

4. Target- Citrus City. Just because the weather is gloomy, doesn't mean your fashion sense has to follow suit! These colorful and fresh boots will definitely bring a little sunshine to a gloomy day. And I've bought similar rainboots from Target before- the quality is pretty good for the price if you're only busting out the boots occasionally. ($24.99 @ Target)

5. Coach- Ursula Boot. Okay, okay, I caved, these are the ones I bought for my trip. They are super comfortable, and shorter on the calf (which I needed! darn my muscular calves). Plus, I figure if I'm going to be wearing rainboots multiple times per week, I may as well jazz it up a bit. ($75 @ Macy's, but they were on clearance so check eBay!)

6. Hunter- Original. Timeless, comfortable, and built to last. These really are a solid and sturdy pair of boots. They come up almost to the knee, but Hunter makes a couple different styles if you want something a little shorter. Plenty of colors to choose from too! ($114.95 @ Zappos)

What about you, BStylers? Any recommendations on a great pair of rainboots?