fall wish list

i've already added a few great fall items to my closet but, my fall wish list is far from complete!

1. pleated faux leather skirt - the first thing that went through my head when i saw this skirt from free people was "the ticket is the first notice!"  i love anything that reminds me of clueless, so this skirt is definitely a must have for me!  i've seen it in person and can tell you that it feels super soft - just like real leather but about half the cost of a real leather skirt.

2. lace up ankle boot - this is a classic style to have and honestly, i don't know why i don't have something like this in my closet already.  i love that there is a sherling lining - extra comfort!  and the best part is these booties are just under $100!!

3. polka dot blouse - after buying a polka dot dress this past spring (seen here, here and here) i kinda have a crush on the dots now!  i have been looking for the perfect polka dot blouse - but none have come close to being as perfect as the one from alexa chung's fall collection for madewell.  now if i could only find the extra cash to buy it... or settle for something cheaper.

4. silver watch - i've been wearing the same brown leather watch for like.. 2 years now?  it's just time for a change and i'm more of a silver girl than a gold girl.  i could also use a little bling i think!

5. black booties - another closet staple.  how do i not already have something like this in my closet?  must have for all year round and at $100 you won't have to feel any guilt.  i love a shoe that costs $100 or less!

6. sequin skirt - i'm literally obsessed with this skirt from zara.  its beautiful!  i look at it everyday!  i haven't purchased anything from zara online yet and i'm thinking this skirt might have to be my first purchase.  or my next DIY.

7. faux fur vest - this was on my list last year but i never actually got one, so a faux fur vest is still on my list.  i love wearing print dresses and nothing looks better with a printed dress than a faux fur vest!  i need one in my closet!  

8. trench coat - another missing classic from my closet.  i've got a pea coat and military coat, so the obvious next coat purchase should be a trench coat.  i like the removable faux collar too - it's kinda like two coats in one!

hope you all enjoy your week, it's gonna be a crazy busy week for me!  also, remember to vote for me!  i would really appreciate it!

get jewel toned - pt 2

here it finally is, part 2 of my fall jewel tones post (see part 1), with citrine, emerald, and sapphire!  the weather is finally starting to cool down, so i can actually start wearing some of my fall stuff.  it even rained one day last week!! 

citrine - while i'm not quite a fan of the yellow jewel citrine, i do love love LOVE the color that is appearing for fall apparel.  it's a great color to add some brightness to what can often be a dark, grey, gloomy season.  i've got my eye on that horse print sweater!

1. free people skinny corduroy pants - under $80!

2. mustard suede slipper loafers

3. first frost circle scarf

4. equipment signature blouse in mustard

5. modcloth earth, wind, attire belt

6. bb dakota melton coat

7. asos sweater in horse print

emerald - i especially love this color for bottoms, skirts, pants, and corduroys!  although i'd avoid wearing emerald and garnet together, too christmas-y for me!
 

1.  asos midi skirt with grosgrain waistband

2. green spot tee

3. vanessa mooney the barbie stud earrings

4. les halles the straw legging jeans

5. dvf capreen mini dress

6. longing for snow gloves

7. gabriella rocha neve flat

sapphire -i'm drawn to the darker, navy blues for fall...  isn't navy the new black?  i'll just say it is.  the navy will go with practically all the other jewel tones for fall so, yes i have to say it must be the new black. 

1. j brand bright corduroy pencil leg pants

2. asos cape with fur trim

3. steve madden cirkus

4. premium wide leg trousers

5. free people floral pucker dress

6. leather cobalt blue satchel

sooo get shopping!  hope everyone has a great week!    

get jewel toned - pt. 1

i'm super excited that the color trend from spring/summer is sticking around for the fall/winter season. i've always been a fan of color, but for so long it seemed like all i had in my closet was shades of black, white, grey and browns. i started adding color to my closet over the summer and have a long list of items to get for fall.  now that summer is officially over (sorta... still pretty warm here in LA) its time to start adding the fall colors to my closet - jewel tones!

garnet -  this beautiful burgundy color is reminiscent of some of the produce that starts popping up in grocery stores in the fall (pomegranate & cranberries).  i love this color so much, it's hard to decide what garnet colored item i should add to my closet!

   

1.  alice & olivia aerin dress

2. asos coated cigarette jeans (on sale!!)

3. j. crew brompton satchel

4. topshop polka dot wide leg trousers

5. darling lace collar wool princess coat

6. tory burch eddie nuckbuck flats   

amethyst - i always see this violet colored type quartz stone used in jewelry and now the color is appearing in apparel, shoes, bags and scarves for the fall season.  the hue has quite a few different names this season, eggplant and plum are two of the most popular. 

1. free people silk knit crochet cardigan

2. modcloth stone leave me hangin' ring

3. alexander mcqueen skull scarf

4. rich & skinny legacy skinny jeans (already in my closet!)

5. butter london nail polish in hrh

6. j.j. winters crossbody bag in plum

7. sam edelman marina pump

8. bb dakota holly sleeveless dress - under $100!

carnelian - also know as rust, or burnt orange is one of my favorite colors this fall.  it goes really well with amethyst and sapphire, if you're wondering what to wear it with (or how i plan on wearing this color!)  

1. pendleton, the portland collectio

2. gap 1969 lightweight corduroy leggings

3. topshop pleated midi skirt

4. rag & bone floppy brim fedora

5. asos aran swing cardigan

6. asos ashford crepe lace-up ankle boots

7. topshop open back skater dress

yes, i know there are some colors missing (emerald, sapphire, citrine)!  check back in a few days to see my picks for the rest of the jewel tones!