It’s no surprise these fashion experts chose Pantone’s 2022 color of the year, Very Peri, for their inspiration. Both hit the nail on the head, looking at once formidable and alluring. Samantha said to be on trend for spring, add bright colors, platform heels, preppy looks, micro miniskirts, and low-rise pants. She also warned not let trends dictate your entire look and to wear what works best for you.

Samantha Stewart and Frank Moss
photo credit: Angie Garcia

Madeworthy: What role does fashion play in your life?

Franklin Moss: Fashion is the key part of my business. Being the owner of Franklin & Anthony Suit Company that helps create looks (suits, trousers, waistcoats, jeans and shirts from scratch) for clients’ daily life, as well as those needing suits for special occasions, allows me to use fashion to serve people, helping them mentally and physically with confidence and pride in themselves, like clothes have done for me in my past.

Frank Moss
photo credit: Angie Garcia

Samantha Stewart: I’ve always loved fashion and use it to express myself creatively and emotionally. My mantra “Dress for How You WANT to Feel” is something that I do daily. My love for fashion started at a young age when my mother and I would watch the “Fashion Report” on the news with Christiane Amanpour. We grew up modestly, and I used inspiration from magazines to recreate outfits with what I had in my closet (which wasn’t much). It taught me to be resourceful and creative when it comes to clothes.

MW: What do you love about each of the clothing and/or accessories you wore?

SS: Overall, I love the periwinkle (lavender) color that is the Pantone color of 2022, which represents joy and creativity. Christy Lynn, the designer of my dress, is a Houston-based sustainable luxury brand.

MW: What do you suggest people do to elevate their fashion choices?

FM: I have always suggested three things to add to a person’s fashion:

1. Layering in pieces also adds to any outfit, whether vest, sweater, cardigans, or a denim jacket/vest. Creating layers adds more depth even in the summer.
   2. Accessories like pocket squares, glasses, bracelets, watches, and rings add to your look, but be aware of limits. Doing too much can be just that – too much.
   3. Do not be afraid to have one pop of color, meaning don’t be afraid to simplify an outfit with solid colors with one splash of color through an item, not wearing so many colors and patterns but keeping monotone in place for a harder effect.

Samantha Stewart
photo credit: Angie Garcia

SS: You can have the most expensive item, but if it doesn’t fit you well, then the clothes are wearing you instead of you wearing the clothes. Spend that little bit to get something hemmed or taken in. And don’t worry about sizes. They are different in every brand. You can always have something taken in if it’s too big versus getting something too small that doesn’t make you feel good about yourself. 

MW: Which accessories do you make sure to include in your ensemble? Where do you suggest people shop for these?

SS: Jewelry is one of my favorite parts of an outfit whether is a statement earring or layered necklaces. Fort Worth has amazing places to shop for amazing jewelry. You Are Here, Bachendorfs, and Neiman Marcus have fantastic fine jewelry selections. Hale House and Beehive have fabulous on-trend jewelry. Laude the Label and The Worthy Co have beautiful sustainable jewelry.

FM: Pocket square, bracelet, and watch. I used to recommend brooches, but now I believe the simpler the better. [Frank recommends finding these accessories at Franklin & Anthony and Thirty Fifty.

You can follow these fashion voices on Instagram at @styleofsam and @franklinandanthony

Samantha Stewart and Frank Moss
photo credit: Angie Garcia

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Several years ago, I met Samantha Stewart, and the adage, “To know her is to love her,” is certainly true. Her warmth, parenting skills, keen intelligence, and incredible fashion sense will give you an instant girl crush. She is a pharmacist-turned-fashion blogger, and I’m thrilled that she turned her passion project into an incredible resource. Her blog, Style of Sam, is now my go-to reference for staying current with timeless, age-appropriate trends. She knows my “needs” for each season.

I am a working mama of two elementary age children and have been committed to the retail industry for nearly twenty years. My work is bi-coastal, and with my intense travel schedule, I’ve grown increasingly appreciative of resources like fashion blogs and online interest groups to help me stay informed and up-to-date and to find what I’m looking for quickly. It is my job to look current and put-together. When traveling, my in-flight ritual includes checking my iPhone for the happenings in my industry, the latest Harper’s Bazaar, Time, or Porter magazine, and digging through the “Like to Know It” reference emails I received from Sam’s fabulous Instagram page.

All women, whether working in or out of the home, will appreciate a polished, put-together look from someone who is as beautiful outside as she is within. Samantha nails the fashion trends for Fort Worth, so we chose to celebrate her style for fall with our Madeworthy readers.

Photo credit: Angie Garcia

Question: How are you planning to update your fall wardrobe? What are the key items for a fall wardrobe?

Answer: 1) Florals are pretty major this season, and I’m LOVING it! You’ll see “couch florals” and dramatic florals – think flowers on a darker background.
2) I’m always late in the game, but I finally got an army green anorak / field jacket. The sequin and patch embellishments on it take it up a notch, and it literally goes with everything!
3) A good pair of booties is so versatile because you can wear them with jeans and dresses. I found a great pair of studded black booties that will give my outfit a little more edge.

Question: What are the Fall 2017 top colors?

Answer: 1) Shades of yellow (mustard and golden) – Normally, I’m not a huge fan of those colors, but it looks very luxe in velvet.
2) Blush pink – This is one of my favorites, and it’s hard for me not to buy everything right now! 3) Pantone released their TEN Fall 2017 colors from NYFW
here: https://www.pantone.com/fashion-color-report-fall-2017

Question: Which designers got it right this fall?

Answer: J Crew continues to kill it every year during the Fall Season! They manage to mix normal pieces in different ways so effortlessly. And I’m currently VERY OBSESSED with everything Alessandro Michele puts out for Gucci. The pieces are beautiful with opulent florals, embroidery, and eclectic graphic prints.

Photo credit: Angie Garcia

Question: What is happening with denim?

Answer: The denim world is so exciting right now! You are seeing all kinds of washes, including two-tone washes, and hem lines (front-split, side-splits, ruffles, asymmetrical). It elevates your everyday jeans!

Question: So many options for footwear. What are your favorite fall finds?

Answer: The latest Fall Trend are white booties! I got a pair of Vince white booties with a block heel (so good for being a mom) during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and I’m excited to wear an all winter white outfit.

Photo credit: Angie Garcia

Question: What splurge item should we consider for fall?

Answer: If you know me personally, then you wouldn’t be surprised if I told you to splurge on a handbag! There are some fabulous leather or velvet bags options out right now. Our Texas weather is so unpredictable that you may or may not need a coat or over-the-knee boots, but you can wear a handbag all Fall/Winter season!

Question: What was the last thing you Googled?

Answer: I can’t remember if it was “How to Wean Your Baby off a Bottle” or a recipe for oven-roasted halibut!

Question: I stay in shape by…?

Answer: At the moment, my exercise is chasing the kids and using the stairs at work! I’m trying to make more time for intentional exercise, but that may happen in another year or two.

Question: What’s the best thing about being a mom?

Answer: That’s such a hard question because there are so many things! I guess the best thing would be seeing the pure joy on their faces when they realize that they did something new on their own. It’s a mix of being proud and excited by themselves.

Question: What’s your guilty pleasure?

Answer: I’ve been eating Tate’s Bake Shop GF Double Chocolate Chip cookies like they are going out of style! Can you say #stresseating five times fast?

Question: Where do you like to have dinner with your spouse in Fort Worth?

Answer: That’s such a luxury! When we do have a chance, then our usual favorite is Fireside Pies. I love a good pizza and glass of wine!

Nicole Shaffer is a district manager at Talbots and the proud mother of two elementary school-aged children. She writes about fashion for Madeworthy.

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