BFFs (Best Fashionable Friends)

Rachel Antonoff puts an interesting twist on your conventional runway show. Instead of hosting a runway show for the Fall 2013 collection, the label created an imaginative fashion video showcasing the season's new styles. The concept for Fall 2013 followed the theme of "best friends." The video follows two characters who are roommates as well as best friends. We shadow them throughout their daily activities, quirks, and laughs. But, these two ladies aren't just best friends, they're also fashionable best friends. All their apparel is comprised of Rachel Antonoff designs. This type of fashion video definitely lightens up what is typically presented by designers (think--serious, dramatic, & intricately planned runway shows).  This RA video is playful and enjoyable, all while displaying fashions in a unique and effective manner. As we observe these best friends, we also take in their lovable outfits...and hopefully want them to be ours. I know I do!

Check out Rachel Antonoff's Fall 2013 video below!

& check out her past collections here.

Meet Me in the Middle

A trend that's recently captured my eye for this Fall is the midi length. Hi-low skirts have had their moment, and now it's time to move on to a new style of hem. Midi length skirts and dresses fall between the knee and the ankle. This trendy hemline is versatile and can be played up as sexy or classy. The midi trend showed up on the Fall 2013 runways and is making its way to the streets.  Here's some runway looks to inspire your future midi hem outfits:

Printed full midi skirt from House of Holland Fall 2013 RTW

Engineered Print Skirt from Mary Katrantzou's Fall 2013 Collection

Textured Leather Midi Dress by Mary Katrantzou
encompasses multiple Fall 2013 trends

Proenza Schouler does a chic & crisp midi look
for Fall 2013 RTW

On the runway, Victoria Beckham's relaxed midi skirt pairs
well with a turtleneck for a trendy Fall look

Not only was this look prevalent on the runway, but its also readily available for a more frugal shopper. My favorite thing about this trend is that it is so versatile. No matter what styles of fashion you lean toward, there's a midi out there for you. I personally just ordered this midi dress online from Urban Outfitters. I plan to rock it with a leather jacket or even an unbuttoned flannel when the weather gets colder. Below are some affordable midi dresses and skirts that are ready to be taken to the streets this season!

English musician Nicola Roberts wears an Asos printed midi

Pleated leather midi skirt from Asos

Bodycon style midi dress from Boohoo.com

Super affordable & super casual striped dress from Forever 21

Sophisticated A-line midi skirt from Asos