At Boscov's Fall Fashion Show with David Wolfe for Fall Fashion Forecasts

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Boscov's Fall Trends Fashion Show

Friday evening I traveled to the new Boscov's at the Westfield Meriden Mall to see another of Boscov's Fall Fashion Shows, this one hosted by David Wolfe, creative director of the Doneger Group, to discuss Fall 2015 Fashion Trends.

David Wolfe has the unique and challenging job of forecasting upcoming trends in fashion and retail. (How fun is that??!!) And he gave all of us in the audience some tips to envision the future of fashion by telling us to look no further than the fashion shows in New York, Milan, and Paris for upcoming trends.

He informally quizzed us on what's in and out. Animal print? (still in!) and illustrated how some of the fashions from yesteryear are popping up today. 70's fashion? Yup - it's back, with flared pants, sueded fabrics, and fringe, fringe, and more fringe.

On Friday he put together a fun fashion show filled with Boscov's sportswear based on this year's fall runway trends, but scaled them back so the average American woman could wear them.

Some of the trends for Fall 2015 are:

• Texture
• Color
• Prints/Mixing Prints
• 70's Fringe

Eye Candy

And here's Part One of the runway show that Wolfe dubbed as "Eye Candy"

You can already see how the trends have taken us by storm with the faux suede swing jacket over a fringed mini skirt, this boldly patterned shift dress, and this cozy short sleeved textured knit top and classic black skirt.

And how about a cute dress?

These were three great picks, a hot pink dress topped with a cognac faux leather moto jacket, a purple and black satin dress, and a comfortable 3/4 sleeve knit jewel toned watercolor dress.

These fabulous dresses were followed by a trio of gorgeous prints and colors. A great grey patterned jacket, a classic plaid shirt with jeans with the volume pumped UP with colors, and the crowd loved the mixing Aztec patterns worn by the model on the far right.

And a repeat from Tuesday's affordable fashion show was again my favorite, this fringed skirt by Skyes The Limit  currently $49.00, which was paired with a cowl neck chartreuse top.

Easy Wearing

Then Wolfe introduced Part Two of the Boscov's Fall Fashion show that he called "Easy Wearing" - again incorporating some of the  forecasted Fall 2015 Fashion Trends.

Note the beautiful textures in soft knits, carefree denim and corduroy, and a richly colored cognac puffy vest with faux suede leggings.

Next were some easy paired career pieces, with a bright red jersey with a long patterned skirt, a sharp plaid swing jacket with a pencil skirt, and a classic long sleeved shift dress topped by an animal print puffy vest.

Some more street and comfort fashion. I loved both the long sweater jacket and cropped tops, and who wouldn't love a shimmery sequined hot pink jersey tee?

My favorite look from the easy wear selections was this adorable outfit, featuring a faux fur vest over a high low hem cowl knit top paired with a tweed knit legging.

The great thing about Boscov's is their affordable pricing. Most of the items shown retail for below $50.00, which is a great way to splurge on some great fall fashion staples for YOUR wardrobe.

In CT, be sure to visit the Boscov's at the Westfield Meriden Mall! Boscov's are also located in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Deleware, and Ohio, and you can shop online at boscovs.com 

Visit a Boscov's near you and have fun with fall fashion shopping!

Boscov's Meriden

Westfield Meriden Mall
480 Lewis Avenue
Meriden, CT

(203) 235-4144
http://www.boscovs.com/wcsstore/boscovs/images/static/about_boscov/stores_locations/meriden.html

David Wolfe

David Wolfe is one of the fashion industry's most quoted authorities, having earned international credentials as a fashion color and trend forecaster. His Expertise and entertaining personality keep David in demand as a lecturer. David joined The Doneger Group in 1990. Prior to that, David spent 10 years at The Fashion Service, a trend - forecasting service he founded and managed.  He was previously Creative Director at I.M. International, one of the world's first fashion forecasting and consulting firms.

The Donegar Group

The Doneger Group, the global leader in merchandising and business strategies, has been an invaluable and trusted advisor and resource to the retail industry since 1946. With a fully integrated approach to business including design inspiration, product development, merchandising, customized business strategies and consumer trends, Doneger’s singular focus is on providing clients with unique, timely and actionable information to support business growth.

What was your favorite fall piece pictured from this show? 

What trends do you like? 

I'd love to hear about them in the comments below!

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Disclaimer: I was invited to attend this Fall Fashion Show by members of Boscov's public relations and marketing team, however all views and opinions are my own. 

Fashion Week - Fall 2015 at Boscov's in the Meriden Mall

It's Fashion Week at Boscov's in the Westfield Meriden Mall!

And here's a line up of the FASHION WEEK festivities!

Sunday October 25 - Friday October 30
Daily Fashion Shows and Surprises
Enter to win Fabulous Prizes each day!
*Receive a discount on each days fashions for attending.

CALVIN KLEIN

SUNDAY OCTOBER 25
Calvin Klein kicks off Fashion Week at Boscov’s Westfield Meriden
Boscov’s Community Auditorium 2nd Level
Sunday, October 25, 2015
Shows at 2pm & 7pm

WOMEN & PETITES

MONDAY OCTOBER 26
Fashion Show for Women & Petites

Featuring Neva Turi & Milissa Gazda
Boscov’s Community Auditorium 2nd Level
Shows at 2pm & 7pm
Be on Trend for Fall & Holiday 2015.
Fabulous Fashions come in every size.
Boscov’s offers the largest selection of fashion for women all in your size 16w-24w and 1x-3x. Nevi Turi is a respected authority in the fashion industry.
She’s the Executive VP of Zac and Rachel and will share her expertise in trend, style and fit.  Milissa Gazda is Merchandise Manager for Boscov's Petites Sportswear. She will also lend her expertise on fashion and fit for petite women.  

SKYES THE LIMIT, EMALINE, RUBY ROAD, AND ALFRED DUNNER

TUESDAY OCTOBER 27
Fashions featuring Skyes the Limit, Emaline, Ruby Road and Alfred Dunner
Boscov’s Community Auditorium 2nd Level
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Shows at 2pm & 7pm
Peter Aresty created an empire of affordable fashion for women of all ages.
Skyes’s the Limit is a fresh and vibrant casual line created for the youthful, ageless woman who is trend oriented and fashion conscious.
Emaline is a collection of modern separates for the “Wear to Work” needs of the modern woman, with sophisticated wardrobe essentials, basics and fashion looks.
Ruby Rd. is a dynamic and colorful American brand that offers unique prints with impressive embellishments. For the woman who likes to look sophisticated yet bold in her fashion choices.
Alfred Dunner collection is inspired by feminine details, beautiful color and fresh prints, ideal for a fun casual weekend, or a career minded lifestyle.
TOBE RUNWAY REPORT

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28 FALL 2015 

Designing the influence of FASHION.
Presented by Margret Williamson Bechtold
Senior Editor of TOBE
Join Margret Williamson Bechtold, Senior Editor of TOBE, for a look at how the creative agency's futurists find inspiration in the everyday.Learn how a decade of reality television and the new trend of relaxed red carpet dressing and the behavior of scrappy startup businesses are changing the way we get dressed in the morning.  We'll also take a look at low the practices of meditation and positive thinking might just give your morning jog a run for its money in the future.
This presentation pulls back the curtain on how the fashion, beauty and wellness industries look at cultural cues to decide what they'll serve up next, straight from the insider source itself: TOBE.  You'll  leave this season with a new view in  the world around you.

A trusted source since 1927, TOBE, often referred to as the Bible of the industry, is trusted by executives for forward thinking ideas and observations. TOBE defines the influence of Fashion and aesthetics. Come enjoy an insightful presentation.                        

DRESSES 

THURSDAY OCTOBER 29
Dress Trends for Fall/Holiday 2015
Boscov’s Community Auditorium 2nd Level
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Shows at 2pm & 7pm
Dresses are the perfect foundation to build your wardrobe.
For work, casual afternoons, dates and parties our dresses are stylish and on trend.

Featuring the must have dresses to take you from Daytime to Eveningwear.

* Discount applies to the fashion group shown on each day to everyone attending the show.

THE FUTURE OF FASHION 

FRIDAY  OCTOBER 30,2015
Shows at 2pm & 7pm
What's in? What's out ? What's out? What's trending today? Celebrating the opening of the new Boscov's store in Meriden, Connecticut, a new kind of fashion show. David Wolfe, fashion trend analyst and Creative Director of The Doneger Group will present an insider;s view of where fashion is now and where it's going for Fall.  See how fashion happens from inspiration to runway to your wardrobe. Find out how and why 'Eye Candy and Easy Dressing' are the season's hottest trends foe real life.      
David Wolfe is one of the fashion industry's most quoted authorities, having earned international credentials as a fashion color and trend forecaster. His Expertise and entertaining personality keep David in demand as a lecturer. David joined The Doneger Group in 1990. Prior to that, David spent 10 years at The Fashion Service, a trend - forecasting service he founded and managed.  He was previously Creative Director at I.M. International, one of the world's first fashion forecasting and consulting firms.
The Doneger Group, the global leader in merchandising and business strategies, has been an invaluable and trusted advisor and resource to the retail industry since 1946. With a fully integrated approach to business including design inspiration, product development, merchandising, customized business strategies and consumer trends, Doneger’s singular focus is on providing clients with unique, timely and actionable information to support business growth.

Abbey Doneger, President and CEO, oversees all company operations, including building client and industry relationships, corporate strategic planning and new business development.
He has led the growth of The Doneger Group into the industry’s largest and most prominent fashion and retail merchandising consulting firms.
 

In addition, throughout the entire week, Boscov's is featuring ...

THE GLAMOUR OF HOLLYWOOD AND THE HISTORY OF FASHION  

Boscov's is proud to present Gene London
SUNDAY OCTOBER 25 - FRIDAY OCTOBER
Exciting exhibits from His Red Carpet Fashion Events and His Traveling Fashion Museum.
Fashion Show Sunday  2:30 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday - Friday 12 Noon and 4 PM
The Exhibition features costumes created by the film industry's greatest designers. Costume wizards like Adrian at MGM gave Greta Garbo. Jean Harlow, Joan Crawford, Norma Shearer, Jennette McDonald, Lana Turner, Hedy Lemarr and others their "look". Other famous designers include Edith Head, Givency, Irene, Trvis Banton, Helen Rose, Halston, CecilBeaton, Gene London, and many more.
       

The History of Fashion

On display on the 2nd Floor At "The Fashion Runway To Boscov's" Located at the Mall Entrance the  is on display life size mannequins modeling clothing from the 1870's to the 1920's. The world class collection was assembled by Gene London. Gene will personally guide you on this journey through the history of fashion. In addition, he will also present a formal runway show featuring gowns from his collection.

Gene London
Most kids who grew up in the Philadelphia area in the 1960's and 1970's fondly remember Gene London's "Cartoon Corners General Store"  which aired in Philadelphia from 1958 to 1977. Gene was producer, director, writer and star of his award winning show. Famous stars of stage and screen such as Lucille Ball, Kirk Douglas, Myrna Loy and Mary Tyler Moore would often make gust appearances.

After his show ended in 1977, London became a fashion designer in New York City. He also started collecting vintage costumes and gowns worn by famous celebrities. Over the years, London accumulated over,vintage gowns and accessories worn by legendary actresses such as Joan Crawford and Grace Kelly.  London has designed costumes for movies, Broadway, television and celebrity clients.                

Boscov's Opens at the Meriden Mall

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There's a great new addition to the Westfield Meriden Mall in Meriden CT!

It's Boscov's - a family owned and operated department store since 1914! Specializing in everyday low prices, top designer brands, and superb customer service, you're sure to find just what you're looking for on every shopping trip! And what's more - gift wrap services are available EVERY DAY - not just for the holidays!



Opening "officially" on October 10th 2015, I visited their Meriden store earlier as part of a special promotion and charity benefit offering shoppers a preview of the store. This promotion offered shoppers the opportunity to preview and shop the store in exchange for a $5.00 donation to support a local community non-profit organization.

As you can see, Boscov's is looking forward to becoming a BIG part of the Connecticut community!

Luckily, I'm already familiar with the Boscov's retail stores so I was prepared for a shopping evening of fun! My sister worked at and opened the Dover Delaware store years before, and more recently, I was a frequent visitor to Boscov's in Clifton Park NY every time I visited my niece in New York.

On our visit we met with social media coordinator Jackie who explained the Boscov history and showed us the storyboard of the family's retail success! She explained that Boscov family descendant Al Boscov, now in his 80's, is still present in operations and remains chairman of the board. Nephew James "Jim" Boscov, was named CEO in 2014. Both Al and Jim were present at the Meriden store's opening and were making their way through every department, welcoming visitors and posing for pictures with their many shoppers!

Jackie gives an overview of the Boscov history

In an interview with the Hartford Courant, the Boscovs' explained that's how they can keep their prices low - having family as their only stockholders allows the customer to win on savings!

The Meriden Boscov's did not disappoint with savings and selection!

It had a great range of items - everything from housewares, to clothing, to furniture to home decor! And, did I mention a fully stocked gourmet candy counter where fresh fudge is manufactured every day?

A fully stocked candy counter
AND MADE ON PREMISE FUDGE!

On my trip I was especially wowed by the careerwear with items from Calvin Klein and Evan Picone, but always the "shoe gal' I spent most of my time in the shoe and accessories department, perusing fall shoe and boot fashions, fun accessories, stylish jewelry, scarves, and handbags.

NineWest Handbag and Jessica Simpson Boots

And here are some upcoming events at the Meriden Boscov's

IN PERSON: Shirley Jones and her son Patrick Cassidy in Concert   

Saturday, October 10th - Saturday, October 17
Performances AT 2 PM and 7 PM
A favorite of stage screen and television, Shirley Jones brings her marvelous voice and charming personality to Boscov's Grand Opening Celebration.   Shirley Jones is famous for her roles in Carousel, The Music Man, April Love and The Partridge Family and won an Oscar for her role as Lulu Baines in Elmer Gantry.  
Patrick Cassidy starred in the ABC Family series Ruby & The Rockits. He is best known for his roles in the musical theatre and televison.     

While you're there be sure to register To Win Fantastic Prizes 

==>> Elvis Aaron Presley Jr. 

Sunday, October 18 through Saturday, October 24, 2015
Show Times: 2PM & 7PM
Boscov’s Community Auditorium
Elvis Aaron Presley Jr. will be one of the honored guests during Boscov’s Grand Opening Celebration of their newest store in Westfield Meriden.
Presley will take center stage for the second week grand opening celebration of the new Boscov's Department Store as he sings and entertains customers. He will perform his show in the store's auditorium daily from Sunday, October 18 through Saturday, October 24. Admission to his performance is free, as space allows.

FASHION WEEK IN OCTOBER!

Sunday October 25 - Friday October 30
Daily Fashion Shows and Surprises
Come back soon for a complete listing and more details.

HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

October 31,2015
 Save the Date, Boscov's invites you and your family to join us for a day of Free Halloween Fun, make and take crafts, costumes parade, game and more.  

In CT, be sure to visit the Boscov's at the Westfield Meriden Mall! Boscov's are also located in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Deleware, and Ohio, and you can shop online at boscovs.com 

Boscov's Meriden

Westfield Meriden Mall
480 Lewis Avenue
Meriden, CT

(203) 235-4144

http://www.boscovs.com/wcsstore/boscovs/images/static/about_boscov/stores_locations/meriden.html

Disclaimer: We were invited to this opening preview by members of Boscov's public relations and marketing team, however all views and opinions are our own.