Chic and feminine menswear trend-how to add cheap pieces to capture the look!

Is there a more comfy and wearable trend for fall and winter this year than the menswear trend? I don't think so. I love the wearable wide leg pants, comfy button up work shirts, and the boyfriend jean and cardigans are my uniform!

So, where can you get these pieces on a budget and pull of the look without looking like your man?

First, balance your menswear pieces with feminine details. Like if you wear wide leg menswear dress trouser pants, balance it with a slim cut crisp white buttom up and fun jewelry. Here is a casual and fun outfit I like to wear that reflects the menswear or boyfriend trend.

Boyfriend cardi + lacy tank+ boyfriend jeans+flats+great bag=Katie Holmes Chic!

I wear a fitted boyfriend cardigan with a lacy tank and boyfriend jeans (rolled or unrolled) with flats. Add a structured bag or tote. Channel Katie Holmes walking the streets of New York City. A pair of oversized but chic sunglasses pulls off the look. Check out these key pieces:

Boyfriend Cardigans-On sale at American Eagle Outfitters or online for $19.95!
http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90088&productId=1340_6848

Boyfriend Jeans at American Eagle Outfitters or online for $39.50
http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90120&productId=1432_7434

Structured Bag at Target or online for $29.99 (this price will probably go lower if you wait a few weeks)
http://www.target.com/Angie-Lola-Buckle-Tote-Black/dp/B001JTB0PK/qid=1231357169/ref=br_1_1/181-4014358-4782149?ie=UTF8&node=1260338011&frombrowse=1&rh=&page=1

Flats I always look for at www.aerosoles.com . Some are lucky enough to live near an aerosoles store. Their sizes are always consistent so I know what size I am and can successfully order off the internet. My feet get sore easily and there is no way I am sacrificing comfort for fashion, so aerosoles makes comfy shoes that have great style and even better-they have a great selection of sale shoes. Check out these flats in black patent or even animal prints for $29.99:

http://www.aerosoles.com/product1.asp?P=PRINTZCHARMING


There is so much more to say about the menswear trend or examples I could give, but I am all typed out! Check out the above items at prices even your man could appreciate. Happy Shopping!

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