3 Style Rules to Break

We’re not usually the rebellious types, but lately it seems we’re feeling a kinship to the idea that some fashion rules are just meant to be broken.  Thanks to the unique stylings of the fall collections, three style myths that have long been revered as fashion gospel are now officially being debunked. Get ready to rev up your risk taking tendencies because these are the three style guidelines we’re flipping upside down.

Rule #1:  Mixing Varying Animal Prints is a No-No.  With all the snake, leopard and zebra prints, we’re daring to venture into the unknown world of expertly clashing animal prints.

Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Skirt $1,252

Simone Rocha Snake Embossed Leather Jacket $5,125

Rule #2: Pearls are strictly meant for elegant soirées. The dainty single strand pearls have been laid to rest in favor of trendy chokers, chunky chain bracelets and double-sided rings.

Lele Sadoughi Pearl Satellite Gold-plated Pearl Bracelet $400

Delfina Delettrez Double Pearl Ring $481

Kenneth Jay Lane Bypass Pearl Cluster Collar Necklace $215

Rule #3: Coats are to be used only for outwear.  Tossing aside the fact that a coat is used for the obvious practical purposes, outwear is quickly becoming a triple threat – a jacket for cold winter days, a draped cape for a head-turning street style moment and a layering piece to complete a polished look.

Diane von Furstenberg Printed Felt Cocoon Coat $900

Carven Oversized Cropped Textured Wool Coat $1,270

Lanvin Wrap Front Piqué Coat $4,460

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