A little bit of class, a little bit of comfort, voila! The combination stirs up a mix of a new trend called country chic. The look is polished and put together with a soft edge of coziness. It’s the girl that you see who looks pulled together but yet approachable.
A stiff pencil skirt paired with a soft, woven sweater and slouchy flat boots. Is she taking a walk around the grounds of Balmoral? Maybe, but there’s a cool, urban twist to the look. This country lady just moved to the city from some fabulous upstate estate and brought her earthy wardrobe essentials with her. But, she’s no metropolitan virgin. She has a toughness that shows when she picks up that hunting gun and drapes her riding jacket over her elegant evening gown.
Ralph Lauren dresses up with intricate heavy beading, thick lace embroidery and velvet gowns topped with feather accessories and soft scarves for a casual twist.
All images courtesy of the Fashion Spot forums.
