Fall

Planning for Fall

Fall is definitely my favorite season.  I’m anxiously waiting for the colorful leaves to drop, the crisp weather and  a chance to throw on the jacket.   I haven’t done much shopping (unemployed student here), so much of my shopping has been in my own closet.  However, I realized that I bought a lot items last fall that will easily carry over.  My one splurge?  That pair of boots above were a “hey, why not?” present to myself that arrived last week.   I’ve been stalking a pair of Rachel Comey boots for the longest time, but I found these on Topshop and decided to order them.  So there you have my black boots for the season.

Below are some of my other favorite picks for wearing this fall.  These are some other items that are not in my regular “rotation” as of yet, but I can’t wait to add them in.


Wide leg jeans that I bought in New York City this spring.   I didn’t have much of a chance to wear them this summer since Chicago was scorching hot and I still have to get them tailored.

Colored denim on weekends when I want to switch it up from my regular blue or black denim.  I bought these pants a couple of years ago and I love pulling them out in the fall for a pop of color.  I’m hoping to add a pair of cobalt blue jeans to the collection soon.

These two fall jackets will be in constant rotation: my lavender trench and my black moto jacket.   I bought the lavender trench earlier this spring, but I think it’ll translate just as well into the fall.

Colorful print dresses like the one above are a great way for me to mix it up instead of the black dresses that I usually wear on outings.

Any particular pieces that you are looking pull out of your closet this fall?

The Perfect Boatneck

Image from Chance.com

Lately I have been obsessed with finding the perfect boatneck striped tee for fall. While some may consider the striped boatneck more of a summer staple,  I’ve always felt like striped boatnecks work much better for fall weather.   It may seem that finding a simple, boatneck sweater should be easily found at any department store or mid-priced chain,  but I’ve found that it’s not always the case because you want it to fit just right.

So I’ve been stalking this boatneck longsleeve tee from Chance for the longest time.  Chance is a clothing and lifestyle brand founded by  Julia Leach, the former Creative Director for Kate Spade.   Chance focuses is mainly on the classic “staples” such as the perfect striped tee, the button up shirt and the tote bag.

As you can see, I’ll be waiting for some time to buy this boatneck, if I ever do, because it’s currently sold out.  In the meantime, I’ll keep looking elsewhere, but I have a feeling that this just may be the one.

 

 

 

Count Me In: 13 Threads

One of the best (and worst when it comes to the pocket book)  attributes  of Etsy is how easy it is to find new shops that suit your style.   As with many popular online shops, you are given the opportunity to check out designers that you may have never heard of otherwise.  With Etsy, you have the opportunity to come across independent and talented designers running their own shops and getting their designs out there on their own.

Such is the case with the Etsy shop, 13 Threads.  I came across 13 Threads during a browsing session and I just fell in love.  I love the wonderfully structured coats and dresses with a classic feel.  Yes!  Her pieces make me long for fall to hurry up and get here already.  The pieces are made for wearing for the ages and timelessly classic, which is something that I can always appreciate

The founder and designer of 13 Threads, Lois Sturgeon began the label a couple of years ago, once she was able to devote the time and resource. However, sewing has always been a part of Sturgeon’s life, as she cites making clothing for her dolls and redesigning her school blazer.    Many of her pieces are limited edition or one-of-a-kind using lovely fabrics, many of them Liberty of London.

Here are a few of my own personal favorites:


(all photos from 13Threads)

Head Gear

As my hair has been a hot mess as of late and it doesn’t seem to have any intentions on changing and I don’t think I have any intention on making it change, I’ve come to appreciate the ornate headbands and hair accessories that are out and quite popular these days.  To be quite honest, if someone thinks I have a bird’s nest on my head, I’d rather them be distracted by that than the state of affairs that is my hair.  Hair clips, headbands, hats, I don’t care–I want it all.

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Image Source: Bitching & Junkfood

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Image Source: Urban Outfitters

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