Coats

Even though I am a summer girl at heart, there is something exciting about turning in the t-shirts, tanks and flip flops for layers of cozy sweaters, coats and boots.  Cooler weather has been a refreshing change over the last week and with it has come some perusing of warm weather items.  

One item I become overly obsessed with is coats (hence the reason the hubby picked one up for me).  I would live in a cooler climate if only for the reason of having an excuse to own numerous big coats.  I love each Fall season when retailers become inundated with beautiful coats of so many fabrics, styles and textures.  It makes me dream of traveling to cooler weather where I can actually wear them.

Emerson Frye

Single Welt Coat / Gusset Coat / Major Parka

J.Crew

Icon Trench in Wool-Cashmere / Convertible Toggle Coat / Wool Bomber Peacoat

The OutNet

See by Chloe Double Breasted Wool Coat / McQ Alexander McQueen Wool-Blend Coat
W118 by Walter Baker Keanu Faux Leather Sleeve Trench Coat

Banana Republic

Fit-and-Flare Bow Coat / Heritage Field Jacket / Draped Wool Coat

Simplicity

On Saturday at my Oldest's First Communion, I wore one of my favorite looks so far this year.  It was clean, simple, sophisticated and perfect for Spring.  Though I love to layer, sometimes the simplest looks have the biggest impact. 
 

Dress: Banana Republic / Heels: Tory Burch / Earrings: Stella & Dot / Lipstick: Nars

Fall Under $100 - Shoes and Accessories

To wrap up my series on "Fall Under $100", I am going to finish with all of the finishing touches to a wardrobe, Shoes and Accessories.

Though I have ALWAYS believed in the importance of fabulous shoes, it is only recently that I have really embraced what accessories and jewelry can do to a look.  At this point, I cannot stop myself.  In the daily life of a mom, a pair of shoes, scarf, a few bracelets and earrings can take a t-shirt and jeans and completely transform them.  It just makes you look a little more put together.  Like I said, the finishing touches. 

This section could be HUGE but I am keeping this to 5 of my favorite items that you will be seeing me wear this Fall.

DV by Dolce Vita Lunna - $79

Paisley Hill Scarf - $52

Dimensional Drops - $48

Abigail Stripe Scarf - $49.50

Pyramid Tube Pendant - $17
Save 25% until 9/9 with code DPFWD

That is it!  I hope you enjoyed the series!  

Here are the rest of this week's "Fall Under $100" if you missed them.  

Have a great weekend!

Fall Under $100 - Denim

Fall Under $100 - Leather and Fur

Fall Under $100 - The Sweater

Fall Under $100 - The Pencil Skirt

Fall Under $100 - The Pencil Skirt

Happy Labor Day Everyone!

It is extremely sad to see summer go but I cannot help but get a little excited for all that Fall fashion has to offer.

Even though I have expensive taste when it comes to fashion, I tend to be very financially savvy on the items that I actually purchase.  I leave the big purchases to the hubby.  In order to help transition your wardrobe from summer to Fall, I thought that I would run a wardrobe updating series this week, titled "Fall Under $100".

I will share some of my favorite trends for Fall, along with some pieces I am loving, which will all be under $100.  You get to go shopping, your closet gets a pick-me-up and you don't break the bank.  PERFECT!

My first item is the Pencil Skirt.

This has been a staple in my closet ever since I graduated college.  A pencil skirt has so much flexibility when it comes to adjusting from day to night, casual to formal all the while, providing a sleek, classic look.

Though I am a huge fan of the classic black pencil skirt, I also think it is fun to shake it up a bit with different colors and patterns.  Here are some of my favorites for Fall. 

BR Heritage Silver Sequin Pencil Skirt - $98
Save 30% until 9/3 using code FALLCALLS

Greylin Viv Ponte Pencil Skirt - $75
Save 20% until 9/3 using code SPLURGE

Oasis Lace Pencil Skirt - $68.12

MICHAEL Michael Kors Jaguar Print Skirt - $79.50

Frill Peplum Skirt - $35
Save 25% from 9/2 to 9/9 using code DPFWD

Random

Here are just some random items across the web that I am eyeing.

Pour La Victoire Fabia Sandals
On sale at Bloomingdale's

Trina Turk Orange Swirl Bracelet
Trina Turk for Banana Republic collection

Pretty Penny Nautical Knot Top
On sale during Piperlime's Lime Tag Sale

Mara Hoffman Embroidered Romper

Impulse Purchase Brought To Life

If you follow me on twitter, then you will know that a couple weeks ago, I made an impulse purchase of this TEXTILE Elizabeth and James Riley Skirt.  I had written about it here and have been keeping an eye on it.  While casually perusing ShopBop, I noticed it was on sale so I snatched it up (just in time too because it sold out the next day).  I opted for the Charcoal color so that it could be worn into Fall with boots and a sweater.  Here it is making its debut this past Sunday.

Everything else?

Sunglasses - Marc by Marc Jacobs (via Rue LaLa)

Earrings - Forever 21

Necklace - Banana Republic

Tank - H&M

Watch - Michael Kors

Clutch - Tory Burch

Shoes -  I am not wearing any. Sorry, it was nice outside and I was lazy