Sweaters with a Hem

Sweaters of all sorts are a huge trend this season. But sometimes the look of sweater + Pants + boots can get a little dull and masculine. Adding a silky or lace hem elevates the look effortlessly. You are rocking the layered look and the hem mitigates the boxy severity of a sweater. Suddenly you are both warm and pretty! 

There is not a single stitch of sewing involved. Check out these dressed up sweaters!

 Get the look:

Anthropologie

Cabled Ella Pullover, $118.

Asos

Boss Orange Iohanna Sweater with Lace Detail,

$244., $170.

Joie 'Yael" Lace Hem Sweater

$248.

J. Crew

Lace Trim Tee, $55.

Since it is short sleeved, I think this would be perfect layered over a slim black and white striped turtleneck with skinny jeans and booties.

French Fuzzy Lace Hem Pullover

$58.

This one is a juniors from Nordstrom, but I have never been afraid of the Juniors section. You can achieve the look at a fraction of the cost of misses sizes. Just size up!

Look of the Day

An easy outfit for a cold, wet day. This look is a little twist on sweater, jeans, boots. It's all in the details: cuff the jeans and throw on a complimentary necklace. Excuse the picture; I am unpracticed at selfies!! 

The look: black booties, long sleeved slim white tee, black Aztec sweater, rolled skinny jeans, orange wooden necklace and suede black booties.

  Jeans: 7 for all Mankind // Booties (similar): Kenneth Cole Reaction // Necklace (similar): Etsy

Look of the Day

Here is another great template outfit for the colder months. A day dress is always a good idea! You can wear the look as shown or mix it up using the same colors...

If dresses are not your thing, try a gray sweater, black pants, and brown leather knee high boots or flats. Denim would be a smashing addition in a jean jacket or skinnies. Mix it up!

Casual Look of the Day

Sunnies + Athletic Top + Rolled Jeans + Chucks

This is what I feel like wearing for school pick-up during the Fall. I want to be comfortable when I hang out and chat on the playground after school. This would be the prefect casual weekend look as well. 

Altuzarra for Target

Another season, another high fashion designer collaboration for Target. Altazura's NYFW runway show was one of the most hotly anticipated of Fall. Target launched it's collaboration September 14th- in stores and online. Altuzarra caters to a powerful, sexy, sophisticated shopper. Get the runway look for less (and pick up some milk and cheez-its while you're there).

Ponte Dress with Lace Detail

$39.99 

Ruby Hill Wrap Dress

$39.99

Ankle Strap Pump, $39.99

Sheer Swiss Dot Blouse

$34.99

Faux Croc Belt, $29.99

Peasant Dress in Swiss Dot

$54.99

3 Easy Fall Outfits

Here are 3 easy transition outfits with simple pieces you probably already have in your closet.  Mix your favorite summer pieces with fall wardrobe staples. Because, let's face it: it's still really hot outside if you live in the south.

flowing white blouse + rolled skinnies + neutral shoes

+ patterned dark clutch

loose sweater + khaki shorts + animal print flats

black shorts romper (or black shorts & black top!) + animal print flats

+ khaki scarf + black shopper

September

Back to school time seems to always happen so suddenly. I suppose it's because I refuse to spare one minute of summer and stay in vacation mode until the very last minute. But three weeks into the new school year as a Mom, even I have to concede the passage of time.

However, we can get excited about changing our wardrobes out in anticipation of cooler weather ahead. In the next couple of weeks I will begin the task of transferring my wardrobes in the closet. I always find clothes I forgot I had! Ridiculous, I know. When I move it all I can inventory my pieces and avoid redundancy. Does anyone else buy items and get them home and realize they already own said item?!? I hope I'm not the only one. 

September is a great month for transitioning, cataloging, and organizing your closet. You will be so glad you took the opportunity once the weather reflects the season. 

Look of the Day: Transition

Summer to Fall

Getting dressed as the weather vacillates from cold in the morning to hot in the afternoon back to cool in the evening can be tricky for the savviest of fashionistas. Try pulling light weight darker pieces from your wardrobe and layering them for versatility. 

Look of the Day

Casual Saturday 

Loose Bohemian Top + Rolled Boyfriend Jeans + Big Shopper + Sunnies=

Chic Weekend Slouch

The perfect look for shopping, errands,  and lunch with friends.

Look of the Day: Pleated Midi Skirt

                                                                                   

Thinking about transitioning my wardrobe to Fall clothes is so exciting.  I just hope the weather cooperates with my plan! I love the midi-skirt and sweater look. It's so ladylike and elegant, a riff on our grandmother's staple wardrobe pieces.

This midi-skirt outfit is an example of a good way to transition your summer looks into Fall. Pair a pretty midi-skirt with a light sweater and summer sandals. Love it.

The Look for Less:

Asos Sweater and Pleated Midi-Skirt, $57.16 $42.87

Look of the Day: Staying Neutral

 Outfit Formula:

White Tee + Gray Skinnies + Leather Sandals & Bag

Choose 3 neutrals in your closet and mix them up. You are guaranteed chic results.