Fall Hat Trends Every Woman Needs To Know

If there is one thing I know about outdoor women, it is that they love a great hat.  Hats go with you from the grocery store to the slopes and from the après ski scene even to the office. Not only do hats keep you warm, they make an outfit feel and appear complete.  Hats can give your style a little extra edge, or stylishly cover up a really bad hair day.  This season, there are so many different styles to choose from – fitted, slouchy, pom poms, felted, embellished, embroidered, and more… Not only has Outdoormountainspirit.com collected the top hat trends in one place, we’ve also made recommendations depending upon your style needs.  You’re welcome 😉

2015 Fall Hat Trends To Shop Now:

1.    Knit Brim Hats – Knit brim hats have been an ongoing trend.  They frame your face in a slightly different way than a traditional beanie.  And they add dimension and style unlike any other hat.

Pistil Designs Karma Knit Brim Hat $41.99	Pistil Designs Clover Knit Hat $33.99

2.    Wide Brim Hats – Wide brimmed hats and floppy hats abound on the runway this season.  They bring a style and sophistication to your outfit that a knit winter hat just can’t match.  Choose from classic or more bohemian styles here!

Aventura Modena Hat $51.99	Pistil Soho Broad Brim Fedora $59.99

3.    Beanies – Fitted or slouchy, pom pom or no pom pom, beanies are hotter than ever.  We have a mix of all those styles.  Choose a fitted beanie for a more sporty look.  Choose an extra slouchy style for your casual look or even just lounging around the house.

Pistil Remix Slouch Style Beanie $31.99	Pistil Imelda Slouch Style Beanie $31.99	Pistil Foxie Slouch Style Beanie $35.99	Kavu Hazel Beanie $31.99

4.    Caps –Who said you should only wear a baseball cap or trucker hat during the summer?  Winter caps are brilliant and made with winter weight materials and embroidery that match the season.  These caps are for more casual settings but will steal the show nonetheless.

Pistil Pharis Trucker Hat $33.99	Pistil Stevie Winter Ball Cap $28.99

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Creating the Perfect Capsule Collection

What is a capsule collection, you ask?  Well, according to Wikipedia… a capsule wardrobe is a collection of a few essential items of clothing that don’t go out of fashion, which can be augmented with seasonal pieces. We recommend you do this by season so that you have a nice, compact and even better – travel ready – wardrobe for each season.  Everything should blend together nicely which keeps your style cohesive.

Top Tips for a Creating a Capsule Collection:

1. Don’t ignore the basics – Basic tees and tanks for Spring/Summer, basic long sleeves for Fall/Winter.  And remember that basics don’t have to be just some boring tee.  But they do need to be something that can coordinate back with lots of items.  Example: Aventura Erin Long Sleeve has great ruching and a wonderful wrap detail.  It can be used as a stand alone or a layering piece in white/black under lots of cardigans, sweaters, tunics and so on.
2. Neutrals – By this we don’t mean that your wardrobe has to be nothing but white, off white, gray or black.  By all means if that is what you like, go for it, but there are so many other items that will match back with lots of things.  Example: Carve Whitman Slim Pant in Midnight.  With its dark wash, it can be dressed up or dressed down.  It’s not denim, but looks like it could be, and the fit on this pant is comfortable and flattering.
3. Travel ready pieces – Travel ready pieces are great because they coordinate with so many things and can be worn over and over again without worry about wrinkles, etc  Example: Kavu Pretty Poncho and Kavu Wrap It Up Cardi.  These can be layered over leggings, pants, skirts and dresses.
4. Trendy Items – Let yourself buy a few trendy items each season.  It keeps your wardrobe fresh and current.  And with some trends lasting longer and longer these days, it helps ease some pressure on your bank account but still lets you look stylish every season. Example: Kavu Deva Dress in Military Camo Print or even Toad & Co.’s Printed Lean Legging in Camo or Tyrian Purple.
5. Accessories – You can change up the look of each outfit by accessorizing.  And outdoor women love a great hat, scarf or pair of mitts.  Let’s face it, we wear them to run errands, during activities, on the après ski scene and sometimes even at work.

For inspiration, we’ve set up some great capsule collections for Fall.
Capsule Collection I – Fall 2015 – a great collection of whites, ivories, grays and blacks
Capsule Collection II – Fall 2015 – a spectacular mix of purples and turquoises
Capsule Collection III – Fall 2015 – off white, blues and deep purples create a wonderful color palette
Capsule Collection IV – Fall 2015 – reds, whites, blacks and plaids!
Capsule Collection V – Fall 2015 – neutrals, turquoises and rusts abound
Capsule Collection VI – Fall 2015 – comfy, nubby knits in rich, organic colors
Capsule Collection VII – Fall 2015 – off whites, browns and great coordinating neutrals

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Plaids Every Outdoor Woman is Wearing!

Ok folks, Fall brings on a slew of trends, some of them on point, some of them questionable.  It is our job to help weed through the outdoor fashion clutter to help you arrive at the most trend setting pieces you can find from your favorite brands.  And that is where the OMS Trend Report comes in!

This week….Plaids.  Now if you had asked me years ago if I ever thought I would say that plaids are ok, I would have called you crazy.  But they have been ever present in the outdoor industry and they are no longer lumber jack-tastic.  They are carefully placed on feminine silhouettes to give even the most extreme outdoor enthusiast a touch of class and edge.

For a bit of history… Plaid, or Tartan, as we know it today, is not thought to have existed in Scotland before the 16th century. For centuries the tartan pattern was associated with fabric weavers of a particular area.  However, it quickly became linked with political and military rebellion efforts against England which led to a ban on tartans.  The ban was repealed in 1782, and the King George IV created a sudden demand for tartan cloth after a visit to Scotland, making it the national dress of Scotland.

Tartans then became featured in high society fashion and have since had a resurgence in fashion throughout the ages.  Most notably, it was part of punk fashion in the late 1970’s and grunge fashion in the 1990’s.  In this way, plaid again became an expression of anti-establishment and societal discontent.

While modern day designers, such as Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen, have utilized plaids in their runway fashion, and the Burberry Brand has established plaid as iconic luxury, we may always associate plaid with a bit of edgy rebellion as well.

Perhaps this is why the outdoor industry has so long embraced the tartan.  Perhaps this is why we will continue to embrace it. From classic flannel styles to hip vests and whimsical skirts, the plaid trend is front and center this season. Check out our full offering of plaids below, and the next time you slip into your favorite plaid piece, give a nod to its history and make it your own personal expression of style!

OMS Trend Report – PLAIDS!
Kavu Campout Vest	Kavu Jurnee Shirt Dress	Aventura Dylan Long Sleeve
Aventura Wynne Long Sleeve	Kavu Cedar Skirt

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Seasonal Changes Mean Big Changes For Your Closet

It seems like summer came and went with the blink of an eye this year, but Fall is our favorite time of year and so we are enjoying the leaves turning color.  That said, believe it or not folks….in Colorado it is almost ski season!  Fall and winter weather clothing are starting to creep out of the closet and you may need to make a major overhaul on your closets.
Here are some recommendations for the sometimes dreaded seasonal switchover:

1. If you have the space, separate your Fall/Winter & Spring/Summer wardrobes into 2 closets.  This helps the switchover because you merely switch the locations of your items, or you can simply switch the location to which you source them from.
2. If you don’t have the space for 2 separate locations based on the season, we recommend setting up a floor to ceiling system that works for you.  Spring/Summer items should be rotated up to the higher locations that you use less often, but are still accessible for you if you need to access them.  Fall/Winter items should be rotated to your primary closet space so you can readily grab what you need.
3. When you set up your new items, turn hanging items backwards.  This way, as you go through the season,  you can visually see what you are wearing, and what you are NOT wearing.  This is key in helping you “purge” or “de-clutter” your closet from season to season.
4. Use see through bins.  Put that lids on the bin full of flip flops that you don’t need until next season and stash them up high.  Take down the bin of hats and scarves and put it in its place.  By keeping everything transparent, it takes the stress out of the switchover process.
5. Contact your local consignment store and see when they are accepting Fall/Winter items and get them in early!  The earlier you get them in, the better chance you have of getting the most money back.
6.  If you are purging, my favorite thing to do is to reward myself.  For any item coming in, there has to be at least one item that has gone out.  That said folks, don’t re-clutter your life!  If you have too many clothes, perhaps for every 2-3 items out, you can reward yourself with one item in.  Make the challenge fun and rewarding for yourself.

​For all of your new Fall/Winter clothing needs, look no further than Outdoormountainspirit.com!

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New Arrivals for Fall are Here!

New Arrivals for Fall are here!  We couldn’t be more excited to kick off the Fall season with new arrivals from Carve Designs. Our first shipment includes sumptuous, active fabrics that can be used for running, lounging, running errands and more.  In fact, someone here in our office has been wearing her Talora Hoodie and Talora Tights from the moment they arrived at our doorstep.  She says, “Not only do they look great, they feel phenomenal…almost like pjs!  And my boyfriend loves the way this outfit hugs all of my curves.”  We can always rely on Carve Designs for well designed, high quality performance pieces.  That being said, we will have more of their sportswear arriving shortly as well as lots of other products from our favorite brands, so check in with us reguarly because this Fall will definitely not disappoint.

New Arrivals at Outdoormountainspirit.com
New Staff Favs….
Carve Talora Hoodie	Carve Sutra Tee	Carve Everly Pant

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August is Lifestyle Month at Outdoormountainspirit.com!

August is Lifestyle Month at Outdoormountainspirit.com!  That means, we are highlighting all of the wonderful apparel and accessory items that will easily and seamlessly take you from day to night.  Don’t know what to wear at the office, need inspiration? We’ve got you covered.  Need a great top or outfit for a night out?  We’ve got you covered.  Want to show off your feminine side? We’ve got you covered for that too.  We’ve set up a one stop shopping experience for all of it, so get ready ladies!

Not only that, but we are putting more “Sophisticated Lady” Style Guides together for you.  The Sophisticated Lady is the perfect icon for Lifestyle Month…she’s cool, relaxed and elegant all rolled into one.  She’s the one at the office or at cocktail hour that turns heads because everyone in the room wants to be dressed like her.  So take our style advice this month and beyond and you won’t regret it!

August is Lifestyle Month!
Sophisticated Lady Style Guides!

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Summer is Coming to a Close!

We cannot believe it is already August.  Where does summer go?!  Every year, it feels like it is gone before it even starts and we always feel like our summer bucket lists are barely scratched.

But, as summer draws to a close and we start to prep for kids going to back to school, cooler temps, different schedules, etc., we take time to reflect back on all that we have been able to do these few short months.  From weddings to trade shows, SUPing, camping, hiking and other fun adventures to awe inspiring wildlife encounters and BBQs with great friends, we’ve packed a lot into our often times chaotic schedule.  And it is those moments and memories that we are forever grateful for.

So as we get closer to the Fall season, and our brand partners are calling us about Fall shipments (coming soon!), let’s celebrate what is left of summer!  We could not think of a better way to celebrate than to offer you fantastic savings on Spring 2015 styles.  Consider it our gift to you for being fantastic and loyal customers.

Cheers to what is left of summer and cheers to you!

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July is Lounge-tastic!

July at Outdoormountainspirit.com is Lounge-tastic!  We are celebrating all things Lounge & Leisure including our Lounge Lizard Style Guides that help you put all of those fantastic lounge pieces together into great outfits suitable for loafing on the couch, or heading out on a leisurely stroll around the neighborhood.  So take this opportunity to shop all of our Lounge & Leisure items in one, easy place and finally relax the way you deserve to this summer. We hope you enjoy!

JULY IS LOUNGE-TASTIC!
LOUNGE LIZARD STYLE GUIDES!
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Summer Essentials for the Outdoor Woman

If there is one thing we love about the summer season, is that there are so many versatile clothes available, particularly for the outdoor woman. We have hand selected our favorite pieces from 10 different categories for the perfect capsule collection for summertime sun and adventure. Mix and Match your favorites, or reference our Style Guides for the creme de la creme looks in outdoor, active womens clothing that serves style and function like none other.

1.     The Perfect Hat
Pistil McKinley Trucker Hat	Pistil Ranger Cap	Pistil Josephine Fedora
2.     Great, Versatile Scarf
Pistil Avery Scarf	Pistil Solange Scarf	Pistil Esme Scarf
3.     Socks That Go the Extra Mile
Darn Tough Farmers Market No Show	Darn Tough Pin Dots Shorty	Darn Tough Sassy Stripe Crew
4.  Active Skirts
Carve Designs Seaside Skirt	Toad & Co. Chaka Skirt	Kavu Stella Skirt
5.  Dresses that Move
Carve Designs Gansett Dress	Toad & Co Long Island Maxi Dress	Kavu Jocelyn Dress
6.  Convertible Pant
Royal Robbins Terra Hiker Pant	Royal Robbins Cool Mesh Pant	Royal Robbins Breeze Thru Culotte
7.  The “It” Short
Carve Designs Oahu Short	Carve Designs Lanikai Short	Royal Robbins Strider Stretch Short
8.  The Essential Tee
Royal Robbins Noe Short Sleeve	Toad & Co Slubstripe Vee Tee	Aventura Imogen Tee
9.   Lightweight Long Sleeve
Carve Designs Dylan Gauze Top	Royal Robbins Noe 3/4 Sleeve Stripe	Royal Robbins Essential Tencel Cowl
10.  The Perfect Cardigan/Hoodie
Aventura Everly Hoodie	Carve Designs Anderson Cardigan	Aventura Lantana Hoodie

June is the Month of Outdoor & Adventure!

The rain has started to dissipate here, the valley is green and the sun is baking my skin and making it feel like summer.  We can finally get back outdoors to enjoy all of those things we love – trail running, mountain biking, cycling, swimming, camping, hiking and more.  These are all things we love about this season, which is why we’ve chosen to make June the Month of Outdoor & Adventure.  We have put all of our favorite Outdoor & Adventure style products in one place for a one-stop shopping experience for your next outdoor adventure.  We will also be posting new Style Guides under the category Outdoor Woman, which provide stylish outfits for the woman who heads outdoors on the regular.  And, last but not least, we will be adding lots of fun pins to our outdoor boards around themes like trail running, mountain biking, glamping and more!  So join us for a fantastic celebration of all things outdoor this month…it is, after all, the entire motivation behind Outdoormountainspirit.com!

JUNE IS THE MONTH OF OUTDOOR & ADVENTURE!
“OUTDOOR WOMAN” STYLE GUIDES
OUTDOOR PINS
Trail Running & Inspiration to Get Moving!	Get Dirty: Mountain Biking	Glamping: Glamorous Camping	More Glamping: More Glamorous Camping

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