Fall Fashion Trends: Collars!

By Astrid Rivera

Ladies its time to start poppin' those collars! Fall is officially here and the new must have items are prim and polished collars. Remember your high school uniform days? They are definitely back but in a whole new way. Collars seemed to be on almost every model during the various fashion weeks of the world in London, Paris, New York and even Dubai! Not to mention the countless celebs that have all been caught sporting the trend.

One of the frontrunners of this trend early on was MTV's very own Alexa Chung, who has incorporated the look into her new collection for Madewell. Other celebs like Natalie Portman and Carey Mulligan have been guilty of rocking peter pan collars under sweet dresses and crew neck sweaters. Collars are probably the best trend to hit runways in years because of its versatility, they can be done up to look like menswear or add a touch of sweetness to any outfit.

Collars have always existed but this year designers found a way to not only incorporate them into looks but also make them stand out. Labels like DKNY and French powerhouse Sandro used a combination of bright colors and animal print collars that peaked out from dark sweaters and mod dresses.Fashion blogs are ablaze with fashionistas all over the world finding new ways to incorporate the trend, just scroll through Look Book.

But before you go out and buy expensive designer button down shirts, just go through your own closet or visit CeCe Toppings. Chances are you already have collars of your own that you can easily style or layer under sweaters and dresses. If not, companies like CeCe Toppings offer cut out collars that you can strategically place under crew neck sweaters and the like for an affordable price.

A simple polished collar can make all the difference in styling an outfit and you won't be breaking the bank while doing it. Whether you decide to rock the Madeline-reminiscent peter pan collar or a more masculine collar with a sweater and trousers, you'll never go wrong with this essential around your neck.

What's your favorite way to rock this trend?

Tags Alexa Chung, Astrid Rivera, Carey Mulligan, CeCe Toppings, Collars, DKNY, Dubai Fashion Week, Fashion Trends, London Fashion Week, Look Book, Madewell, Natalie Portman, New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week, popnews, Sandro