Fashion Trends

High-fashion runways are starting to look a lot like the West. Accept the compliment and build your own bold browns and fringe fashions with capes, ponchos, and a whole lot of bling! Poncho, $358; Frye; thefryecompany.com. Hat, $625; Double D Ranch; ddranchwear.com. Belt, $300; Double J Saddlery; doublejsaddlery.com.     Belt, $88; Hyde; pintoranch.com. Necklace,...

The sundance line of comfortable clothing is expanding fast beyond the pages of its popular catalog. With stores popping up around the country, add some of their cowgirl casual designs to your closet. Velvet Duster, $198; Sundance Catalog; sundancecatalog.com. Blouse, $99; Chico’s; chicos.com. Jeans, $68; Kensie; lordandtaylor.com. Belt, $17; Mossimo Supply Co.; target.com. Shoes, $99;...

Long plume feathers finished in black nickel with a bright silver vein set the mood for a moonlit melody. Montana Silversmiths Moonlit Melody plume feather series features a large black necklace, $84, earrings, $64, and cuff bracelet, $58, all pictured below.   Visit montanasilversmiths.com for more information.

Plaid is not only in, it’s the rage among designers and they’re soft, simple, and fashionably sensible. Shirt, $32; Cruel Denim; crueldenim.com. Jeans, $209; Frame; frame-store.com. Boots, $395; Lane; laneboots.com. Belt, $180; Double J Saddlery; doublejsaddlery.com. Bandana, $10; Allie Falcon; alliefalcon.com.

Cowboy hats are ever popular in our western world, but are making frequent appearances in broader circles. How to stand apart from the trending crowd? Accessories that are uniquely you. Get inspired with some of these eclectic looks. Pictured above, Greeley Hat Works Custom Felt Hat, greeleyhatworks.com. Double D Buffalo Joe Hat, $715, ddranchwear.com. Double D Frontier Trapper...

Sultry and romantic, a black layered lace dress with ruched bell sleeves feels like a page straight from a romance western. Belt it at the waist, pull on a pair of dark black boots, and snap on a cuff with a touch of sparkle for a mysterious dark horse look. Photo by Natalie McFarland, Model:...

Two words for fall: ankle boots! Fall is fast approaching. Some may be sad to see vacation days pass, but have no fear, pumpkin is here! But seriously, with longer days, colder temps, and falling leaves comes exciting new fashion trends. One of these hot new trends is ankle boots.  These aren’t the ankle boots...

When the summer Temps hit a high, think lighter with perfect-fit white skinnies and a simple grey v-neck tee. A lightly dyed denim jacket adds french girl cool while keeping the chill at bay. Add a pair of aviators and some weathered distressed booties and you’ve got some kick ass cool. C’est Magnifique! Jacket, $40; H&M; hm.com....