wearing lately: fall favorites

While I am not really on top of taking/editing outfit photos these days, I've really been feeling the fall wardrobe lately. Honestly, it helps that we've had a decently warm stretch for fall, so I can actually wear my jackets and cute jeans + sneakers with bare ankles looks instead of already having to cover up everything with boots and big coats. That'll be coming of course.... But for now, here is a little capsule of what have been my faves - they all mix and match so well that you can just imagine my cute outfits :)

long-sleeved henley | cool-kid sneakers (more sizes) | striped sweater (similar, similar) | gingham button-down (similar, similar) | square-toe flats | quilted jacket (similar) | patterned dress (similar) | stovepipe jeans (similar) | sweater blazer | navy cross-body (similar)

Several of these are old favorites - and really, the stovepipe jeans and sweater blazer that I've had for years are kind of season-less. They're lovely in fall with some rusty and burgundy type pairings, in particular - and along with a few new (okay, there have been a lot of good sales lately!) items to mix and match. Definitely best purchase of this fall has been my new sneakers - they make every outfit so cute and fun and they're so easy to wear. Currently it's a gloriously sunny fall day in the 60s and I have on the jeans, henley, and sneakers - and even though it's simple and has no layering, the colors and textures and little details just make it feel like an outfit.

I'm loving my navy cross-body bag too. Perfect size to hold a book on the occasion I'm out and about by myself, it comes with two straps (cloth and leather) to change up your look, and I got it monogramed too. So snazzy!

wearing lately: November mini wardrobe

What to wear in November? I'm going with layers of gray... Here are the items from my wardrobe that I picked out to be my go-tos for mixing & matching this month - so helpful in narrowing down the options when I'm staring at the whole closet every morning. And also so cozy now that it's gotten to real fall layering weather!

embroidered tee | popover blouse | graphic tee (similar options) | burgundy dress (similar) | skinny  jeans (similar cheaper) | black jeans | cognac belt (similar) | knit hat (similar) | leopard flats (similar cheaper) | cardigan coat (similar) | down vest | leather tote (similar) | sneakers  (similar options) | ankle boots | plaid scarf | denim jacket (similar)

Speaking of layering... for the first ensemble, I guess pretty much the goal was to show as many of the pieces as possible in one outfit. Piling it on is perfect for a crisp fall Saturday, and when you've got stylish pieces like an embroidered tee and leather tote, plus cool pieces like black jeans and slip-on sneakers, it feels put-together rather than just practical. Wouldn't it also be perfect for some pre-holiday things like going to pick out a Christmas tree.

What are you wearing this month?

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wearing lately: October mix & match wardrobe

My September mini wardrobe was so much fun to work with that I thought I'd head toward another section of my closet to get some inspiration for what to wear in October: the neutrals. This little exercise isn't meant to restrict my options in any way; rather it should help me be excited about using what's in my closet - and when I put these neutral items together in this way, I most definitely am feeling enthusiastic about the bold outfit possibilities that black and white and camel can combine to make for any occasion, from casual to dressy:

graphic tee (similar) | chambray shirt | striped shirt (similar) | striped dress (similar) | skinny jeans (similar less expensive) | black jeans | cognac belt (similar) | cardigan | crossbody (similar faux) | ankle boots | mini skirt | leather backpack (similar faux) | sneakers | black flats (similar) | scarf | leather jacket (similar faux)

This October lineup has some repeats from last month, and a bunch of things that have been used for several seasons now, all helped along in being awesomer with one addition, a big splurge thanks to my partnership with Shopbop: a leather jacket! Rather excited about this one, because I'm always on the lookout for what can make my outfits more cool for going out - and what's cooler than a leather moto jacket?

For starters, it was the perfect way to take my striped dress from day to night for the transition from my recent afternoon of walking around at Art Prize to the evening wine bar reception. Snazzy, right? Looking forward to pairing it with the black jeans for a cool date night outfit soon...

This Madewell moto jacket is amazing, by the way. The leather is so buttery smooth and the perfect weight, and I love the cropped length and cool silhouette. It's a major splurge to be sure - but if you like the idea, check brands like BB Dakota and Blank Denim for vegan/faux options.

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