Brrr-irthday

It's been SNOWING on the East Coast today! Feels more like Christmas than my Birthday! I'm going to brave the weather to keep a dinner reservation I have tonight, but here are some pics taken at my mom's house when the weather was more normal!

My niece made me this card! It has leaves for the fall and me and her holding hands! 

It said "P.S. I made this because I love you!" AWW

Blouse: Miss Tina for Walmart
Leggings: Poof! (Marshall's)
Boots: Charlotte Russe

Five Things I Like About the Fall

I am a self-professed summer girl when it comes to fashion. It's fun to be able to wear cute outfits and not worry about finding matching socks or the right coat to wear. But the fall is nice too. Wearing a cozy fall outfit while walking outside with a warm cup of coffee. I love that!

Here are five things I enjoy wearing every fall to do just that! 


1. Cozy knit sweaters.  It's usually not cold enough to wear coats, so chunky knit sweaters are the next best thing for crisp autumn days.


2. Boots. I have always loved boots! So many to choose from too...suede, leather, knee-highs, I love to play with the endless possibilities.


3. Jeans. Nothing is cozier than your favorite pair of jeans.


4. Scarves. Try as I might to wear a "summer" scarf here and there, it's during the fall that that my scarf collection really makes the scene.


5. Leather jackets. When it gets a little too cool for just  a sweater, I have my uniform of a leather jacket and a skinny turtleneck on hand.

What are your favorite pieces for to wear during the fall? 

Sweet and Wild

I love to mix sweet floral prints with tougher accessories like these open toe booties!

Jacket: Worthington
Skirt: Forever 21
T- shirt: Old Navy
Black Teardrop Earrings: Target
Boots: Rampage via Marshall's

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No More Saggy Boots

My husband and I are working to convert my sunroom into a walk-in closet. So in the meantime, I have been planning ahead and trying to get organizers, etc... I was at Mandee's and I spotted these little lifesavers...

They're called Booty Shapers! No, not for you booty, but for your boots! Don't you hate when your boots flop over? So far, I have been using old paper towel rolls inside, but sometimes they still flop!

These are inflatable and you place them inside your boots. You can order them here or find them at your local Mandee's.

Coffee and Shopping Recap

Aw man, the holidays are officially over. My husband and I took down the tree and put away most of the Christmas stuff today. But, the good part is that we have a fresh new year full of possibilities, good health and of course, fashion!

I have some cute things to show you but first here's my little snack of coffee and a Nonni biscotti. I have been drinking a lot of coffee lately :) Maybe it was all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, but I've been tired and coffee helps.

And I love what the mug says..."There's nothing better than a good friend except a good friend with chocolate". Truer words have never been said!  I bought this set at Marshall's and the company name is Born to Shop (fitting!)

Now, here are my latest fashion finds...

I have been jonesing for a denim shirt for a long time. I like the lighter denim since I usually wear dark jeans.This shirt is the boyfriend shirt by Future Favorites.

Jessica Simpson was wearing some killer gray boots when she performed at the Thanksgiving parade. They were Gucci platforms. Her designer shoes and bags are always amazing and on my radar! It's fitting that she has her own shoe line which is also pretty nice. These have a similar look to her Gucci's for less. Suede over the knee boots by DV by Dolce Vita.

I went to Payless to get some suede protector spray for the boots and I saw this cute little foot product set! All natural too. Payless now sells beauty products and this is by zoe & zac naturals. On clearance too, so a good way to try them out!

http://www.payless.com

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Baby, It's Cold Outside

Brrr! It's supposed to snow tonight and tomorrow which is why I'm getting cozy inside watching
some TVLand tonight. Maybe it will be a white Christmas after all! Here's a casual outfit that works both indoors and outside.

Fair Isle Sweater: Old Navy
Leggings: Charlotte Russe
Boots: Rocket Dog

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Cure for Cold Feet

I am having a hard time trying to find some warm boots! In the past I used to use a basic Timberland workboot, but that was a long time ago! And then Uggs came on the scene and I thought no way, not for me. But like many others, I caved. I can't help it, my feet were getting cold.

So, I bought these Sundance II Uggs last year since I thought they looked a little cooler than your basic Uggs...

But the bottom part was kind of big on me and they don't make half sizes, so I sold them. I just picked up some BearPaws today at Macy's...

The style is called Quinn and they are very similar to the Bailey Uggs that Sarah Jessica Parker wears.

 

I really don't see a big difference between Uggs and BearPaws having purchased both. I prefer the fit of the BearPaws and of course, the price is lower. Which do you prefer? 

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My Lucky Color

Tonight was date night! Italian food followed by bowling. I usually lose, but not tonight!
I can't believe I actually won this time (never have before).

My final score was 151. Purple just might be my lucky color.


Sweater: Merona for Target
Top: Lauren Conrad for Kohl's
Denim Leggings: Dots
Boots: Old Navy
Bag: Apt Nine for Kohl's
Heart Pendant: Candie's

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All About the Shoes

OOh, I saw a certain starlet wearing Louboutin leopard booties and I was determined to find a less expensive alternative! So, I wandered into a couple of juniors' "party" stores to see what I could find. I found these at Mandee's and paired them with an LBD I bought at another juniors' hotspot...Joyce Leslie. Someone's ready to party...me!

*Can you guess which celebrity inspired my look?

I Just Bought: Chocolate Boots

I was dying for a pair of brown boots. It's more fun to call them chocolate though! I own a ton of black ones, but I need something more to wear with warm colors. I picked these up at Kohl's and they are now sold out online, but you may be able to find in stores. Mine are a little snug but I had to have 'em so I hope they stretch a bit!  These look a little like my black Nine West oxfords. I am just loving lace up oxfords right now. Outfit on its way!

Here are more cute ones! 

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