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Sunday, September 24, 2023

Bridge to Fall with a Jacket Layer

Hello and welcome!

Thanks for stopping by my blog

I can hardy believe how fast the summer has passed and is turning to fall

It will soon be time to pack up my summer clothes,

but it's not quite time, because not a leaf on the trees has changed yet.

October can be a lovely warm month here,

or, on the other hand, the weather can change on a dime.

I have to keep a few things out for both seasons all year round

so I don't get caught in shorts in 60 degree weather!

Blazers have been a big fashion trend for the the past few years,

and I have been wearing them a lot more than usual (during all of the seasons)!

The summer to autumn bridge season is when a blazer or jacket layer really shines

It is the perfect solution to the cooling temperatures,

and makes almost any outfit transform into a stylish and pulled together look

Do you like a blazer look, or are other types of jackets and sweaters

more your cool weather go tos?

My first outfit is built around a mauve, roll tab sleeve blazer,

in a longer style with flapped hip pockets

Worn over an ivory top and with tan ankle length trousers

I love this floral print, extra long scarf
I think it really pulls this basic neutral color block outfit together

The scarf is an unusual color combination and I don't wear it often,

but it has found it's match with this jacket

Carrying a vintage taupe reptile embossed bag

with a wrapped cord shoulder strap

The strap can be tucked inside the bag

so it can also be carried as a clutch

I chose a chunky gold tone link bracelet and

loop design hoop earrings to complement this outfit

These tan faux suede cross strap block heel pumps

turned out to be the perfect match for the trousers to finish the outfit

Here is another outfit with a blazer that works well for the bridge season

For this look, I chose a classic style in navy blue,

with a small rose print in shades of pink

Worn over a white lace top and with navy blue straight leg tailored trousers

Accessorizing with a pink and white print neck scarf

and pale pink top knot hair band

For jewelry, a chose a bright gold tone twist design bangle bracelet

and 3-D star motif earrings

Carrying my navy quilted chain strap bag

Comfortable navy patent leather kitten heel sling backs

to finish the look

Vibrant September blooms

Hope you all enjoy your week!

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Fallify an Outfit with Accessories

Hello, and thanks for stopping by my blog!

This week the temperatures are starting to drop a little bit in my area

I am thinking about changing up my accessories

to get a little more wear from a few of my summer dresses

before they get packed away until next spring

Choosing a darker color shoe and/or bag during this transition time

is a great way to change things up without going full on fall

Are you lacking the closet space to keep your entire wardrobe at hand

all year round like I am?

A nice roomy walk-in closet would be divine,

but what room would I carve it out of?

The real question for me is, why I don't do a giant purge

Letting go is so hard to do 😯🥺

A little twist with my first outfit

I am wearing a whisper light rayon red and navy blue checked shirtdress

that I left unbuttoned and open in the front

I think this gives it a sort of duster or jacket look

Worn over a red sleeveless sheath dress

Carrying a two tone camel tan and beige satchel bag with shiny bold gold tone hardware,

and camel tan stack heel tassel loafers to fall-ify the look

For jewelry, bold gold tone pieces to complement the bag hardware

Wrap collar necklace, hinged bar bracelet and link hoop earrings

This cute vintage chiffon four leaf clover design scarf is in my hair

For my second outfit, a blue and ivory floral and vine print tiered midi dress

accessorized with black to bring it into the transition season

Carrying a black leather clutch that is convertible to a cross body bag

or a wristlet with two detachable straps

For jewelry, I chose a blue beaded necklace that I made years ago

I don't wear it often, but the color seemed to perfectly suit this dress

Black suede tie heels to finish the outfit

Here is the shirtdress from the first outfit, also worn during the transition season last fall

It's from a post about the Pantone color Lava Falls Red

Hope everyone enjoys their week!

Sunday, September 10, 2023

Transitioning in Shirtdresses

Hello, and welcome-thanks for stopping by my blog!

Shirtdresses are very popular this fall, and are very versatile for any season

This week I am wearing two shirtdress options from my closet

I hope I can provide some inspiration for styling them for this transitional season

Do you have a shirtdress in your wardrobe?

It's a great style to help get through the bridge from summer to autumn,

and winter to spring, as well!

My first outfit this week is a solid color bright blue shirtdress with a bit of a utilitarian look

It has flapped chest pockets and cuffed sleeves,

and the hem is curved and longer in the back like a classic men's shirt

This dress can be worn on it's own, or with a jacket, sweater or vest layer over it

I like that this one buttons all the way up the front, so it has another option,

it can also be worn open as a duster

A whole lot of bright blue!

I changed the fabric belt that came with it to a black leather sash, worn obi style

Carrying a black and tan mini bucket bag with tasseled drawcord closure

I dressed this look up with some bold, gold tone jewelry

A chunky link collar necklace,

two bracelets, a black enamel one and a hinged bar one, and circle earrings

Wearing a black and ivory scarf in my hair with a multi size polka dots print

Two tone black and tan Mary Janes with low block heels to finish the outfit

They match so well with the bag although purchased at different stores and several years apart

I love it when that happens!

Another shirtdress, in a very different style for the transition to fall

This one has flapped chest pockets like the dress in the first outfit

but it only buttons to an elasticized waist

Unlike a classic shirtdress, it has a very full and swishy skirt

Also, this one is sleeveless, and I have layered it over a short sleeve top

of the same light tan color as the dress

I definitely was not planning this,

but the resulting outfit turned out to look a bit like a girl scout uniform

Different accessories next time, for sure!

Carrying a red leather satchel bag with silver tone buckle handles

Wearing a wide red belt, simple textured silver tone hoop earrings

and link design open cuff bracelet

Accessorizing with a red, white and blue neck scarf

Low wedge slingbacks to finish this casual look

A photo of an outfit from fall 2019

Transitioning in a shirtdress back then, as well!

Hope everyone enjoys their week!

Sunday, September 3, 2023

One for Labor Day!

Hello and thanks for stopping by my blog

Wishing you all a safe and happy Labor Day!

A short post today, featuring an outfit I'm wearing

while celebrating this long holiday weekend

Outfitted in red, white and blue for the patriotic holiday, of course!

Wearing a red and white stylized leaf print dress

with short, flutter sleeves, an open V neckline and A-line cut skirt to keep cool

Carrying my bright blue Aimee Kestenberg chain strap bag

with silver stars and striped quilting, and a chain cross body strap

I chose colorful accessories to match the theme:

A royal blue belt, red wired head band,

bright white 3-D flower earrings and my silver tone knot bracelet

White lace sneakers (I hope they stay white!)

to finish this fun outfit

Sweet holiday treats:

Red, white and blue Gummy Bears

A perfect day at the beach

Hope you enjoy your holiday weekend picnicking, soaking up the summer sun

and doing whatever you love best-

see you next week!

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