In the latest issue of VUE, we turned to fashion designer Helen Castillo for advice on how to dress for the season. Discussing everything from layering to what’s trending this fall, we’ve put together some of her must-have picks when it comes to fall fashion. To read the full article, pick up a copy of VUE or read online here.
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Helen Castillo is a New York-based designer and two-time Project Runway alum. Castillo graduated from FIT in 2012 with a B.A. in Special Occasion Design and shortly after, appeared on Season 12 of Project Runway. Castillo was then cast on Season 4 of Project Runway All-Stars. Castillo has interned for designers such as Vivienne Westwood and Vera Wang Bridal and recently debuted her SS17 collection during NYFW.
Helen’s designer must-haves for fall:
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Zara Over-the-Knee Leather Stiletto Heel Boots
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Zara Glossy Embroidered Bomber Jacket
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COS Merino Wool and Silk Dress
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Alexander Wang Cheetah Print Coat
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Tibi Merino Wool Origami Wrap Skirt
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Tibi Embroidered Tropical Wool Boyfriend Blazer
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Urban Outfitters PeleCheCoco Leather Biker Jacket
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Cole Haan Pinch Campus Hand-Stained Penny Loafers – Acorn
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Helen’s Guide to Fall Trends:
Favorite Fall Trends: Over-the-Knee Stiletto Boots, Oversized Chunky Knit Sweaters, ‘Boyfriend’ Collared Shirt, Shredded Denim, Leather Loafers, Iconic Designer Handbag, Closed Toe Mules/Slides, Bomber Jacket, Uniform-Inspired Blazers and Skirts, Velvet, Layering Slip-Dresses over a T-Shirt or Turtle Neck, Leather Biker Jacket
Favorite Brands: Zara, Club Monaco, Comme Des Garcon, Saint Laurent, Mansur Gavriel, The Row
2016 Fall Colors: Bright red, taupe, amber, chartreuse, navy
Fall Patterns: Oversized stripes, color-blocking, color-pop accessory, pattern-clashing (Animal + Floral + Stripe)
Fall Fashion Faux Pas: Tights as pants, neon, oversized chainlink jewelry
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