Incorporating the western trend into your wardrobe might be a little daunting — you want to avoid looking gimmicky, or like you’re headed to a costume party as a cowgirl. The country western trend has found its way through music and now the sidewalks, runways, and even your favorite brands and fashion houses. Today we’re breaking down the style essentials you need to incorporate the western trend into your style to strike the perfect balance between both worlds. The key here is rocking western-inspired pieces in a modern way. We’ve also been seeing many designers updating western styles by fusing them with the contemporary trends we’re loving.

 

 

 

 

 

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The Cowboy Boots

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If you’re just starting out this trend, a simple everyday western bootie in a black suede or black leather is perfect to incorporate into your wardrobe. Choose a pair that is a comfortable heel height, with stitch detailing (pictured above) and that is easily paired with a prairie dress or peasant blouse and shorts. For those who are more daring, choose a pair with hardware, fringe, colorblocking, or in a print like snakeskin.

Sam Edelman

Ilah Suede & Leather Western Booties – $119.99

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Western-Inspired Print Accessories

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We’re loving this bandana/paisley print YSL bag that draws influences from the country western style, but western-inspired prints can also include the popular cattle print, different variations of paisley, geometric prints on textured fabrics, finished with fringe detailing. Incorporating any one of these elements on an accessory like a bag, or as a trim on a garment is a stylish way to elevate a contemporary outfit with western influences.

Saint Laurent

Embellished Bandana Teddy Bucket Bag – $1,530

Saint Laurent

Classic Monogram Fringe Satchel Suede – $1,395

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The Western Shirt

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This western shirt has a beautiful, intricate embroidered design, but any western-styled shirt is sure to elevate your outfit with its classic structured silhouette. You can’t go wrong with a denim western shirt — it’s pretty much a staple and can be worn in so many ways. Sites like Etsy, Depop, and Poshmark also carry a variety of unique western shirts if you’re looking to shop vintage or second-hand. To modernize the look, opt for a piece in a softer fabric to pair with straight cut jeans and western boots. Make a major statement with a western shirt detailed with fringe, or go for a crisp white western shirt tucked into a flowy midi skirt, accessorized with a cowboy hat.

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Button Up Fringe Shirt – $99

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What do you think of this style trend? Have you found any ways to incorporate the western trend into your wardrobe? Share with us in the comments!

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