All Black

Comfort doesn't always have to mean jeans and a t-shirt. A maxi dress layered under a cozy coat can be just as easy. Add flat boots and a hat and you've got a chic look that works grabbing cocktails or just taking in the local holiday spirit. 

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I've had this faux sherpa coat for a few years now and this season it feels more right than ever. I've come up empty finding the perfect faux fur coat so far but this still does it for me until the right one comes along. 

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This maxi shirt dress I picked up at Zara last year is surprisingly quite the wardrobe workhorse. It was great with slides and a leather jacket in the fall and I'm loving it layered with tights and boots for now. 

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Dress: Zara (old similar here and here); Coat: H&M (old similar here and here); Fisherman hat: Village Hat Shop; Boots: Raye

Linen

I've been a huge fan of LA brand Reformation since the label launched in 2012. Their easy, feminine pieces are classic and timeless, while still managing to look completely "right now." But let's be real, not everyone can afford the $200+ price tag.

But other retailers are taking notice. Natural materials (think linen and cotton blends) have been taking over along with organic-looking colors and stripes. 

 I will always love embroidery and boho prints, but there's also something appealing about throwing something on without having to think in 90 degree heat and looking like you just strolled in off the Riviera. 

Hint: just add espadrilles and a handmade accessory from previous 2 posts! 

Jetset Diaries "Haven" dress- $69 (was $169)

Jetset Diaries "Haven" dress- $69 (was $169)

'Tis the Season..

Ash "Zora" ankle tie espadrille- $55 (was $155)

Ash "Zora" ankle tie espadrille- $55 (was $155)

Sam Edelman "Lynda" mule- $55 (was $100)

Sam Edelman "Lynda" mule- $55 (was $100)

Steve Madden "Tazz" star print denim espadrille- $34.99 (was $80)

Steve Madden "Tazz" star print denim espadrille- $34.99 (was $80)

For espadrilles!

There's no other shoe that completes a summer look like the espadrille. Lace-up, platform, or (my new fave) mule, you just can't go wrong. 

Manebi "Ibiza" platform espadrille- $59.99 (was $117)

Manebi "Ibiza" platform espadrille- $59.99 (was $117)

Golden Girl

This season, I'm having a serious obsession with anything golden hued. From mustard to saffron to bronze to camel, this rich color just screams fall. Bonus points luxe fabrications like velvet and satin! 

Moon River lace-up sweater- $34.99 (was $80)

Moon River lace-up sweater- $34.99 (was $80)

Mango faux fur coat- $199

Mango faux fur coat- $199

Urban Outfitters crushed velvet scarf- $19

Urban Outfitters crushed velvet scarf- $19

Missguided satin two-fer dress- $54

Missguided satin two-fer dress- $54

Zara velvet dress- $29.90

Zara velvet dress- $29.90

Forever21 burnout velvet cami dress- $24.90

Forever21 burnout velvet cami dress- $24.90

I'm With the Band

My fall uniform is always the same: destructed denim, booties, a band tee, and some sort of layering piece (sweater, flannel, etc). So over the years I've built up quite a collection of vintage-inspired concert tees. I've been OBSESSED with madeworn's collection, but spending $160 on a t-shirt is just not my thing. 

Luckily, I found this amazing Rolling Stones version at Zara. The front and back graphics are perfect, and so is the price! It keeps selling out so if you really want it you'll have to keep checking back like I did! 

Zara Rolling Stones concert tee- $22.90

Zara Rolling Stones concert tee- $22.90

Turquoise Dreams

I've had a pretty serious obsession with Native American turquoise jewelry since high school. The colors, the rawness of the stones, and the nature-inspired shapes really speak to me. Not to mention the prevalence of the jewelry on some of my favorite musicians from the 60s and 70s; from Jimi Hendrix to Cher

The squash blossom necklace has always been on my wish list, but with a price tag of 1k+ for an authentic one, it has never made its way into my collection. I don't normally go for reproductions of stone jewelry as they usually look cheap, when I saw this one from Zara I knew I had to give it a go. 

The verdict? It's a keeper! My turquoise cravings are satisfied for now .. 

Zara faux-turquoise squash blossom necklace- $29.90

Zara faux-turquoise squash blossom necklace- $29.90

With the Band

This week I'm obsessing over fuzzy, furry, shaggy cardigans. They give a great textural element to a basic jeans and tee look (a fashion rut I can't seem to break out of this week) while also lending that coveted rock-chic vibe. 

 
Zara loop knit jacket- $39.99 (was $129)

Zara loop knit jacket- $39.99 (was $129)

Sunshine Soul shaggy cardigan- $38 (was $81)

Sunshine Soul shaggy cardigan- $38 (was $81)


525 America cashmere blend loopy cardi- $47 (was $215)

525 America cashmere blend loopy cardi- $47 (was $215)

Asos Premium shaggy cardi- $56 (was $112)

Asos Premium shaggy cardi- $56 (was $112)