Warm Up

Winter weather is (eventually???) upon us. And nothing makes the cooler temps a little more palatable than a beautiful coat. While there's nothing wrong with a zipped-to-here puffer when it's ten below and sleeting down your collar, the rest of the time a good statement coat can make any outfit look like a million bucks. 

These lovelies will not only make your Saturday morning Trader Joe's uniform (jeans, sneakers, no-bra) look chic, but won't make you feel guilty because really you should be shopping for someone else. 

Helene Berman wool-blend coat- $85 (was $290)

French Connection cocoon faux shearling coat- $79 (was $275)

Helene Berman plaid wrap coat- $80 (was $240)

Kenneth Cole wool SB coat- $97 (was $325)

BBDakota "Hazel" coat- $60 (was $128)

Saturday Edit

One of the first rounds of fall clearance is happening and there are some major goodies to be had. As per usual I'm itching to add some new sunnies and booties to the mix.

But hands-down the best deal this week is the Cynthia Vincent drape cardi in this post. It's everything; a heavy weight wool-blend, ombre, a great ikat pattern.. and more than 90% off! I can't wait to add it to my fall rotation. 

Le Specs "Original Sin" sunglasses- $12.99 (was $60)

Wayf ditsy shift dress- $23.10 (was $88)

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Ikat Drape cardi- $34 (was $385)

Mr. Wolf moto boot- $98 (was $183)

It's a Long Story...

The "fall maxi" is having a moment. Long sleeved, to-the-floor, slit-to-here, or cut-down-to-there, I love how versatile it is. It can be girlie and feminine (think Chloe ) or dark and mysterious (think Joie). Sex it up with a lace-up heel or go full-on-boho with an over-the-knee boot. This peasant dress is something pretty to wear before the cold sets in and something you'll be happy to see again come spring. 

Floppy hat not included!

Abercrombie maxi dress- $45 (was $78)

H&M flounced maxi dress- $19.99 

Ronny Kobo "Tapestry" dress- $98 (was $498)

Nice (Ankle) Bootie

All fall and winter I gravitate towards the same style boot- the low-heel ankle boot. They're super flattering, easy to walk in, and can be worn with jeans and skirts alike.

Bonus points for a leg-lengthening almond toe! 

Dolce Vita "Keiton" bootie- $59.99 (was $130)

Nina Originals "Wish" bootie- $59 (was $198)

Shellys London "Chan" bootie- $72 (was $160)

Fabianelli bootie- $79.99 (was $199)

Buy Now, Wear Now

When H&M's sales are good, they're good. There's a lot of summer clearance in the mix, so if you're like me and completely over summer, you won't be interested in most of it.  But there are a few fall gems that will easily mix into your transitional wardrobe. 
 

H&M Trend silk blouse- $19.99 (was $59.99)

Love the dark 70's YSL vibe here. Such a cool take on boho for fall. 

H&M Trend viscose blouse- $34.99 (was $59.99)

Another great boho top you'll be wearing into next summer. 

H&M leather loafer- $39.99 (was $79.99)

Hands-down THE shoe of the season. Will give your flirty dresses and skirts an Annie Hall feel. Just add blazer. 

H&M suede pump- $34.99 (was $59.99)

Loafers may be trending but suede pumps in a neutral hue are forever. 

H&M striped wide-leg pants- $30 (was $49.95)

LOVE anything striped right now. And wide-leg. Extra bonus- the tassel. 

Trading Up

Coated denim, moto pants, and faux leather leggings are such a welcome diversion from your typical blue jeans. Every year I buy at least 2 pairs- they're so versatile and look equally chic dressed up with heels or your favorite booties.

Just add a plaid tunic and you've got the perfect casual trying-but-not-trying look. 

Mother "Sandy" high-waisted legging- $49.99 (was $165) 

Blank Denim Vegan Pull-On Legging- $39.99 (was $98)

Mavi "Adriana" coated skinny jean- $31 (was $118) 

Bad Ass Bootie

I love the cool-girl, kick-ass look of a pointy toe Western style bootie. I loved this one from Urban Outfitters last year and was stoked to see it again at TJMaxx for only $24.99. They'll give an Erin Wasson edge to my dresses and skinny jeans come fall. 

Ecote leather bootie- $24.99 

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Denim Dreaming

Maybe it's this last heat wave of the summer or maybe it's all the stores with their fall fashions, but I find myself longing for cooler weather. I miss my jeans! As someone who (thankfully) can wear whatever they want to work, denim plays a huge part in my wardrobe. Shirts, vests, overalls, skirts; you name it, I'm down. 

I've rounded up some of my new favorite styles that are sure to get you through fall, winter and beyond. And of course, that won't break the bank. 

Dakota Collective "Marlow" denim shirt- $24.99 (was $143)

Level 99 "Tanya" high rise flare- $29.99 (was $137)

Genetic Denim "Stem" midrise skinny jeans- $59.99 (was $196)

Abercrombie classic denim vest- $26 (was $58)

 

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Thanks For Sharing

I got so many compliments on this Free People dress I wore last week. I went to share it on here for you guys last week, but it was already sold out at the amazing price I bought it for. 

But it's baa-ack! And today Macy's is offering free shipping on all orders over $25. 

Free People "Love Birds" Dress- $47.99 (was $148)

Sale Alert featuring Mango Outlet

I LOVE surprising myself and finding new sale resources. Even more, I love sharing them with you guys.

I can't believe I didn't know about Spanish retailer Mango's outlet site! Though probably not from the actual store but designed specifically for outlet, there are some great items at some really jaw-dropping prices. All of the lovely pieces on this page are less than $70. As I can't get enough denim and boho prints right now,  you can bet I'll be picking up the denim shirt and skirt. 

Crochet trim maxi dress- $19.99 (was $89.99)

Geometric ring- $4.99 (was $19.99)

Linen cut-off shirt- $9.99 (was $59.99)

Jaquard jacket- $19.99 (was $119.99)

Paisley print skirt- $12.99 (was $49.99)

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Daily Deal featuring Pam & Gela

I've been obsessed with Juicy Couture founders Pam & Gela's latest reinvention since it launched a few years back. It's California-cool at its best. Great graphic tees and vintage-inspired embroidered pieces give this basics-driven collection an edge.

Just add a hat and fringed bootie for the perfect summer into fall look.   

Pam & Gela lace dress- $89 (was $325)

Pam & Gela "FYI" tee- $29.99 (was $125)

Pam & Gela embroidered dress- $79 (was $375)

Pam & Gela slit maxi skirt- $39.99 (was $125)

Pam & Gela tie-dye tee- $39.99 (was $125)

 

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This or That?

Unless you live under a rock, you'll know that gladiator sandals continue to be the biggest trend for Summer 2015. Naturally, boho queen Isabel Marant has put out a slew of them, all costing upwards of $800. You could blow and entire paycheck on a pair of sandals .. or you could buy the Zara version on sale for $29.90. I know which pair I'm buying!

Isabel Marant "Jayson" sandal- $574 (was $820)

Zara leather thong sandals- $29.90 (was $89.90)

 

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Daily Deal featuring South Moon Under

South Moon Under is just one of many online sites having a major summer clearance this weekend. All sale items are an additional 25% off with free shipping and NO MINIMUM. They carry some really fabulous pieces of jewelry that you can get for a song. Right now I'm loving these Indian-inspired selections from Chanour. They'll look amazing over a sundress now and even better with your favorite sweater come fall.

Chanour ladder necklace- $29.99 (was $68.50)

Chanour coin necklace- $1874 (was $62.50)

Chanour coin necklace- $29.99 (was $65)

 

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Daily Deal featuring Maison Scotch

Last year, I was on the hunt for the perfect seasonless army jacket. After over a year of deliberation, I finally landed here. But if the $120 price tag scares you, this one from Maison Scotch via TJMaxx could be the one. Their outerwear runs anywhere from $250-300, but this workhorse of a jacket is only $49.99! And today, TJMaxx is offering free shipping on all orders. This price is so good, I'm tempted to buy a back-up!

Maison Scotch slubby cotton parka- $49.99 (was $239)

 

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Meet Romwe

I discovered Chinese fast fashion clothing site Romwe a few weeks ago while shopping for work. What struck me at first was (obviously) the prices.They seem to knock-off a lot of Free People and brands from Revolve and price them anywhere from $11-$25. The descriptions are terrible- they label almost all of the fabric content as polyester even when it's cotton or rayon, but I thought it worth a try and ordered a few things. The results? Pretty great! I ordered the denim and white dresses below and think were a great deal for the price. The fabric is surprisingly nice and I got a ton of complements. Look, these aren't investment pieces. But if you're like me and like to have some not-too-precious casual items for summer weekends and work days (ie things you don't mind sweating in and sitting on the subway in), you can find some good deals here. Even better, they give new members a coupon code for an even deeper discount on your first order (an extra 15%-20% off)!

Check out my picks and happy shopping!

Romwe tribal print dress- $18.33

Romwe off-the-shoulder tencel dress- $19.33

Romwe grey t-shirt dress- $11

Romwe striped dress- $11.67

Romwe cotton eyelet dress- $24.67

Romwe white embroidered blouse- $22.50

 

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Spanish Soles

Some people wear Toms, and some people wear Soludos. I fall into the Soludos category. I love everything about these espadrilles. I love the hand crafted quality, the boho prints, and how they just scream summer. These shoes were meant for the beach.

At full retail you can expect to pay upwards of $36 for these, but Hautelook has a whole cache of them for under $10. The sale is over on Friday, so get 'em while you can!

Soludos Ikat print original espadrille- $9.97

Soludos floral print original espadrille- $9.97

Soludos raffia low-cut espadrille- $9.97

Soludos stripe classic espadrille- $9.97

 

xo

Daily Deal feat. Chan Luu

Chan Luu, famous for their leather and semi precious stone mix wrap bracelets, has a full line of jewelry, accessories, and ready-to-wear and all of it is gorgeous. It's hippie luxe at it's best and has the price tag to prove it. Luckily, they've gotten so big that you can find their goods for 70%, 80%, even 90% off at some of my favorite discounters like Hautelook, 6pm, and boutiques like South Moon Under.

Chan Luu bird charm necklace- $29.97 (was $294)

Chan Luu double strand necklace- $45 (was $148)

Chan Luu neon bead wrap bracelet- $59.99 (was $195)

Chan Luu neon bead bracelet- $17.99 (was $45)

 

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Have a Happy Long (Sale) Weekend!

Forget about the beach, bad tan lines, and barbecues, Memorial Day should be known for its mega sales. Every retailer has their own special deal for the weekend, but I've rounded up my favorites for you below. Macy's is offering some killer deals on their Impulse brands like Free People, Denim & Supply, and Rachel Roy. They're also adding an additional 20% off with code HOORAY and free shipping over $75.

Free People "Heart of Gold" Dress- $36 (was $148)

Free People "Journey to the Horizon" Dress- $40 (was $168)

Denim & Supply eyelet top- $44.99 (was $98)

Madewell Ropeswing necklace- $14 (was $28)

Free People "Universal" Jumpsuit- $36 (was $148)

Denim & Supply paisley romper- $53.99 (was $125)

Denim & Supply "Chief" graphic tank- $14.50 (was $39.50)

Shop Latitude has the best round up of international designers on the web. Their jewelry and accessories are always a major staple in my summer wardrobe. And this weekend is their biannual sale. If you sign up for emails, you'll also get an additional 10% off of your sale order.

Antique-inspired Indian necklace- $27 (was $50)

Waxed cotton friendship bracelets- $9 (was $18)

Honorine Jewels tassel bracelet- $16 (was $35)

And of course, Madewell's sale is an additional 30% off this weekend. Keep your eyes peeled for cute beach cover-ups, sandals, and accessories!

Prymal hats straw fedora- $43 (was $60)

Madewell the Sightseer slide sandal- $38 (was $59.50)

Madewell Oahu cover-up- $31.99 (was $88)

Am I missing any goodies? Let me know!

 

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This or That?

Trolling in the juniors section on tjmaxx.com recently, I saw a few familiar faces from Urban Outfitters. Yes, these items are from last year, but one of them I actually missed out on during their big summer sale back in July. They're still on trend, still right, and yes I still want them. It's interesting to see the Urban styling vs. the TJMaxx styling (or lack there of). The garments are almost unrecognizable between the two sites. Below the Urban Outfitters' versions. Click through to the steals at TJMaxx.

Band of Gypsies halter dress- $12.99 (was $48)

Kimchi Blue woven ruffle dress- $12.99 (was $48)

BDG destructed skinny jeans- $19.99 (was $79)

 

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Do the Slide

Love it or hate it, the Birkenstock/shower shoe trend is here to stay for another season. I resisted last year, but I have to admit it's grown on me since then.What I love about the shoes below is that they offer some feminine styling. Whether it's a metallic finish or some hardware, these are a far cry from their basic Arizona brothers.

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Nude Regatta sandal- $39 (was $90)

Kenneth Cole studded sandals- $69 (was $130)

Schutz snake-embossed slide sandal- $69.99 (was $140)

 

XO