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my fall list...

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I always love flipping through fall magazine issues to determine what I need for the upcoming season.  I have whittled my list down to the essentials but I've decided to make my new pieces count.  I tend to go with a darker palette for the colder months and I'm not sure why.  It's the dreary months that need more pops of color!  Thus, I'm committing to more color this fall...poppy, mustard, cobalt, cranberry and hunter green are the hues I'll be looking for...

I discussed fall fashion trends and key pieces with my very stylish friend, Flo Bear, on a local TV show called INsight.  We listed the following pieces as our must haves:

A cozy poncho or cape - I personally have always loved this look and I have many already so I didn't need to splurge a ton on this category.  I did pick up a new one from H&M that is perfect for layering as part of my outfit but can do double duty as a sub for a light jacket.

Fur embellishment - a touch of fur, real or faux, can really enhance a sweater, jacket, hat or even handbag.  I have a furry vest from last winter that I'll use again but I'm still searching for an updated piece to add to my closet.

Chunky sweater - while this is on many lists "chunky" doesn't quite work for my body so I'll skip this one.  But if you can pull it off, do so!  It's a huge trend but can easily look dowdy if not accessorized correctly.  Add some sparkle in the form of pretty earrings or some bold bangles.

Colored denim - I'm all for this trend - in all colors.  You can also sub in colored corduroys - just make sure they are a thin wale to keep the look lean.

Statement jewelry - I mean...when is kick ass jewelry NOT in???  I guess this is just an excuse to load up on some new options.  I'll be looking for color, color, color when it comes to my new jewels!

INsight...

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Well, last Thursday my very first episode of INsight debuted and while I hope to improve my media skills I'm pretty happy with how everything turned out.  I'm really critical of myself so admitting that I liked my performance is kind of a big deal...

Meet Flo & Jennifer

Fashion's Night Out

Flo and I will be on every Thursday on Indiana News Center but you can catch us online to boot!

And check out Symmetry for incredibly stylish clothing and accessories!

xx
JDF

hoo boy...

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Alright...Since relocating to Indiana from Massachusetts I've been pursuing a freelance writing career.  I've made some cool strides in this regard and will hopefully have some published works to share on NWS soon.  In the meantime I've also joined a local women's interest television show on Indiana News Center called INsight. 

This is a turn of events I could not have predicted!  Being on camera has never been something I've thought to pursue, for many reasons.  However, I felt contributing to this show could help me secure more writing gigs so here I am.  Today at 9am in the Ft. Wayne viewing area I'll be making my television debut on INsight with my friend and fellow contributor, Flo Bear.  We'll be discussing fall fashion trends and highlighting the Fashions Night Out event we attended on September 8th at Symmetry (a super fabulous clothing store).

I'm excited and nervous to see and hear myself on camera...but I must admit this new project has been so much fun and I'm loving it!  The hosts of the show, Emilie & Charity have been so welcoming and I feel I've already learned a lot from them.  I'm still pretty green when it comes to this TV thing and I fear my frozen smile while looking into the camera is incredibly awkward...but we'll see I guess!  I've been helping to pre produce style segments for TV for awhile so I'm aware of the process but I was waaaaay behind the scenes.  It's very odd to me that I'm doing this same work but for myself...odd but gratifying!

Watch INsight on Indiana News Center on 21Alive, the ABC affiliate or catch archived shows online.

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xx
JDF