Wear It's At: Painting The Town (Dark) Red

One of the reasons we are so excited about the fall is the rich, beautiful color scheme it allows us to play with. This season, our favorite trend is burgundy everything! It's pretty shade that can easily be paired with black, brown, blue, nude, and cheetah print (basically a neutral, am I right?). How could anyone resist these fun and seasonal pieces?

1. Classic Tights, $3, Forever 21, metro Detroit locations.
2. Burgundy One-Button Blazer, $158, Banana Republic, metro Detroit locations.
3. Suede Bag, $60, H&M, metro Detroit locations.
4. Linney Sunglasses, $98, Banana Republic, metro Detroit locations.
5. Alfani Acke Ankle Booties, $105, Macy’s, metro Detroit locations.
6. Crêpe Jacket, $25, H&M, metro Detroit locations.
7. Women’s Shae Ballet Flats, $14, Target, metro Detroit locations.
8. Colorblock Wool Fedora Hat, $10, Forever 21, metro Detroit locations.
9. Jersey Dress, $30, H&M, metro Detroit locations.
10. 5-pack Elastic Bracelets, $13, H&M, metro Detroit locations.
11. Ann Cardigan, $70, Ann Taylor, metro Detroit locations.
12. Racquel Beaded Necklace, $18, Charming Charlie, metro Detroit locations.

Wear It's At: Transitional Dressing From Summer to Fall

This time of the year is usually the most difficult when it comes to dressing for the day. With cooler mornings and evenings, and warm (sometimes too hot!) days, one needs to dress is layers that can be easily taken off and on, depending on what the temperature is.

The three looks picked out below are great starting points for dressing during those typical August days. And instead of going out and getting exactly what we have on this page, you could probably just use the outfits as inspiration and shop your closet. I mean, most everyone has a comfortable dress, jean (or similar) jacket and booties, a la outfit number three, am I right?

1. Fine-knit Cardigan $25, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

2. Stateside Mule $168, Free People, metro Detroit locations.

3. BDG Morrison High-Rise Flare Jean $64, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

4. Sleeveless Turtleneck Top $10, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

5. Crest Pendant $38, Free People, metro Detroit locations.

6. Ray-ban® Icon Round Sunglasses $165, J. Crew, metro Detroit locations.

7. Silence + Noise Sally Tank Top $24, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

8. Alexa Chung for AG Kety Corduroy A-Line Mini Skirt $178, Saks Fifth Avenue, 248.643.9000.

9. Jeffrey Campbell Cors Lace-Up Heels $168, Anthropologie, metro Detroit locations.

10. Members Only Pebbled Vegan Leather Jacket $159, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

11. Silk Two-piece Dress In Hashtag Stripe $158, Madewell, metro Detroit locations.

12. Cambridge Wrap Boot $198, Free People, metro Detroit locations.

13. Ecote Suede Flap Mini Backpack $89, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

14. Current/Elliott Denim Jacket $273, Anthropologie, metro Detroit locations.

Oh, Shop It: H&M to Open at Troy Mall

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Sweater weather is almost upon us, which means shopping for booties, long-sleeved layering shirts and blanket sweaters should commence, and metro Detroiters have another place to do all of that. H&M is coming to Oakland Mall in Troy (finally!), and it’s BIG.

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The always fashionable fast-fashion favorite is set to open its 20,000-square-foot retail store this fall, and it will offer its full range of clothing and accessories. Men, women, kids and plus-size women will all be able to shop the retailer’s wares, and this particular store will also feature exercise and maternity clothing.

Image from H&M

For more information about H&M, visit www.hm.com; and keep your eye out for the grand opening this fall! Oakland Mall is located at 412 W 14 Mile Rd., in Troy.

Wear It's At: Culottes - They’re Baaack!

Yes - YOU can wear culottes! These classic wide-leg, cropped pants come in and out of style, and they are back in this spring and summer. Culottes are easy to wear and look good on anyone when styled appropriately. Dress up tailored culottes for a more polished look, or keep them casual for a comfortable, everyday look. See our picks below for inspiration.

1. Wide Cut Top-White $30, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

2. Stacked Ring Set $24, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

3. American Rag Kelli Braided Thong Sandal $25, Macy’s, metro Detroit locations.

4. Lily White Print Gaucho Pants $23, Nordstrom, metro Detroit locations.

5. Napolia Crossbody $578, Free People, metro Detroit locations.

6. Handbag with Fringe $35, H&M, metro Detroit locations

7. Ecote Double-Layer Wide-Leg Gaucho Jumpsuit $69, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

8. Silence + Noise Ribbed Cross-Front Cropped Tank Top $24, Urban Outfitters, metro Detroit locations.

9. High Boltage Tube Delicate Necklace $45, Banana Republic, metro Detroit locations

10. Soleri Culottes $140, Anthropologie, metro Detroit locations.

11. Dave's Handbag $25, Aldo Accessories, metro Detroit locations.

Wear It’s At: Dreaming of Coachella, Part 3

Even though Coachella happened last weekend, that doesn’t mean it’s over and we’re not still thinking about it! Weekend two begins tomorrow and we can't wait to see the second round of festival style. This Coachella-inspired outfit is a great way to look put together without trying so hard - exactly what every girl planning an outfit for Coachella strives to do.

1. Heritage Playsuit $88, Free People, 248.458.0001.

2. 6-Pack Rings $4, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

3. 6-Pack Necklaces $15, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

4. 9-Pack Ring $6, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

5. Big Buddha Studded Mini Backpack $70, Nordstrom, metro Detroit locations.

6. 4-Pack Bracelets $6, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

7. Elasticized Bracelet $8, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

8. Jasper & Jeera Pomona Thongs $128, Anthropologie, metro Detroit locations.

Wear It’s At: Dreaming of Coachella, Part 2

Today may be a bit dreary, but we’re still dreaming up outfits to wear to hot and sunny Indio, CA, for Coachella. This outfit is for the lady who doesn’t like a ton of color, and insists on adding a little local flair.

1. Patterned Poncho $20, H&M, metro Detroit locations.

2. Blue Lagoon Monokini $385, Maggie May Swimwear, 248.563.4771.

3. Stud Pouch $375, Julie Lindsay Handbags, 810.516.4732.

4. Topshop Raw Denim Shorts $45, Nordstrom, metro Detroit locations.

5. Steve Madden Evict Sandal $60, Nordstrom, metro Detroit locations.

Oh, Shop It: H&M Unveils New Location In Michigan

H&M is continuing its Midwest expansion by opening a brand new location at Macomb Mall in Roseville. The new location is set to open a year from now in the fall of 2015. The new store will measure approximately 20,000 square feet and will offer apparel for men, women and children, with separate “store-within-a-store” sections for lingerie, accessories, sports apparel, maternity and plus-size line H&M+. The children’s collection ranges from newborn to 14. This will be the 10th H&M location in the state of Michigan.

For more information on this and other stores, visit www.hm.com.

Images courtesy of H&M