MOV Currents: Fall fashion is all about texture, color, layering and coziness

Peyton and Peppy boutique manager Amy Snodgrass puts a burgundy dress on the hanger. The boutique likes to combine classic fall colors like burgundy with new, trendy fall colors. (Photo: Michelle Dillon)

The weather has started to cool down, and after hibernation, jackets and sweaters are starting to appear in dark closets, but after long days of summer sun, the question arises: what will I wear next?

Residents of the Central Ohio Valley have choices on both sides of the river to find the perfect fall look.

The Peyton and Peppy boutique has been located in a gray and blue building on Grand Central Avenue in Vienna for eight years and offers a wide range of autumn fashion.

“People are really excited about our fall.” said Peyton and Peppa’s manager, Amy Snodgrass. “I feel like this is one of our best times at Peyton and Peppy because everyone is so excited about the fall.”

According to Snodgrass, the boutique is currently seeing many variations of green in fall fashion.

“I mean everything from olive to emerald to sage, I mean everything is included.” she said. “The Greens are really big now.”

Peyton and Peppy also like to mix shades of mocha, brown and burgundy for fall, Snodgrass said.

“I think we are seeing a lot more purples and pinks this year…. “That was a change for us, adding those bright colors.” she said.

According to Snodgrass, at the start of the fall season, Peyton and Peppa’s customers bought a lot of light flannels and blouses in a variety of colors, and you’ll see a lot of light layers in the store, like a plaid shirt over jeans. dresses or soft trousers.

Customers are also buying fitted two-piece outfits with a sweater texture, which wasn’t done last fall, Snodgrass said.

In her opinion, now that autumn is in full swing, customers are also buying dresses, thicker jackets, sweatshirts with prints and hats.

The store also sells “Now it’s a lot of flowing patterned pants… it’s a lot of light layers.” she said.

According to Snodgrass, Peyton and Peppy wear many dresses for different occasions.

“We’re seeing a lot of really pretty dresses in fall colors and then fall patterns.” she said.

According to Snodgrass, hats are great for accessories, especially graphic baseball caps.

“I still think they will be very fashionable for fall.” she said, adding that they can be paired with dresses, sweaters and more.

“You can add them to any outfit.” she said.

With all these options for everyone, how does anyone know how to put together an outfit?

When she dresses, Snodgrass said, she combines fall and summer and likes light, layered styles. She said she wears a dress and sneakers and adds a light layer such as a blazer or flannel.

“I like to think of all the tricks and tricks of style, color, pattern, texture, to mix it all together and get a very eclectic look.”

She suggested layering something like a soft sweater and a thicker knit jacket.

“Then you have a very luxurious look for fall.” Snodgrass said.

More information about Peyton and Peppy can be found on the website

Teri Ann’s has been located on Front Street in Marietta since 1961.

Customers at Teri Ann’s want to look nice, says Teri Ann’s owner Teri Ann (Zide) Brockett.

“It’s good to feel good about yourself.” she said. “And looking good means feeling good.”

According to Brockett, fall is a warm and inviting time of year, and the employees at Teri Ann’s are always excited about it.

“Everything is rich, cozy and beautiful” she said. “Everything is fresh and exciting.”

According to Brockett, this year’s fall colors are rich.

“There are caramels, spices, chocolate, olives and these types of colors.” she said. “So it’s a very warm and cozy season.”

According to Brockett, Teri Ann customers buy anything that’s cozy.

“They buy sweaters and vests, and we are more of an ordinary resource” – – she said, although the store sells clothes for special occasions.

She said people wear jeans and a sweater or a cute casual dress and sneakers.

“I just feel more relaxed and there’s nothing wrong with that” Brockett said.

According to Brockett, the boho style is currently a big trend in fall fashion.

“We have plenty of soft fabrics,– she said. “One thing we notice about many things, most of our things are good. It doesn’t have to be joggers and a sweatshirt to feel good. It can be really nice jeans and a t-shirt that you just feel good in, but it’s more casual.

According to Brockett, much softer, wider-leg jeans are also in fashion at the store.

She said there are a lot of layers to this season.

“We love putting a little sweater over a little maxi dress or midi dress… sweaters are just beautiful right now and jackets” Brockett said. “We love selling this extra piece because it complements the outfit.”

She said adding a jacket or vest elevates the look, and pieces like these tend to elevate an outfit.

“They should incorporate pieces into their wardrobe that are more relevant to their lifestyle.” Brockett said. “We’re not just talking about going for a walk or going to the gym… I really think that every day is important enough to look good.”

Brockett believes that when dressing for fall, people should add pieces that make them feel good because every day is precious, she said.

There is a sneaker trend for autumn accessories.

“It’s huge and intense and lasts until spring,” he added. Brockett said.

It’s worn by Teri Ann “pretty little shoes” and sneakers, she added.

She said she sees silver and gold, and even pewter, often mixed in fall jewelry.

“There were many layers of little gems.” she said.

Teri Ann’s likes to help customers find “a piece of glamour” How “a nice scarf or a nice necklace” to complete the outfit, Brockett said.

“The truth is that we should all dress appropriately for our position.” she said.

More information about Teri Ann’s can be found on the website

Michelle Dillon can be reached at [email protected]