Browns and Boots

Well we're in full fall swing - browns and boots.  This was a recent outfit I pulled together, I went with lots of layers.  This skirt is a Gap find, perfect with tights and also works with bare leg in warmer weather.  I kept it simple with a heather gray v-neck t-shirt and then layered on a simple zip cardigan from The Loft.  Its a must to have basics in your wardrobe to mix and match to make many different looks.  A plain black sweater like this will get you a long way.

To add some life to the look I paired a light brown belt around my waist, layered on a brushed gold necklace and my chunky gold watch and bangles.  Brushed gold and bronze jewelry are perfect for accenting the fall colors in your wardrobe!

The best part of my look are my favorite fall boots.  These are classic distressed brown riding boot style, that go with so many of my fall outfits.  I swear they get better with age!  These are a Nine West find from their vintage line - I've been in love since I got them! They don't have the exact style, but check out this years vintage line here!  

Your Staple Black Skirt

Today's look was business casual focused.  The main item is my staple black skirt.  Every girl/lady 20+ needs to have a black pencil skirt in their closet. This one is a Banana Republic find and is great because of the detail.  It has pleats and pockets in the front with a belted waist - giving it some additional style.  These skirts are perfect for all weather, wear it in the summer with sandals and throw it on in the fall/winter with tights and boots.

Paired with the skirt, I chose a slate blue button up from Ann Taylor Loft.  Normally I leave it untucked with dress pants or jeans but I dressed it up today and tucked it into the skirt.  Tucking it in gives the outfit a clean look, exposing the detail of the skirt.  Cuffing the sleeves also softens the look.  Such simple apparel calls for some jewelry so I went with a new piece from Brighton.  A thin long necklace would also work, but I chose something shorter and a bit heavier.  Don't you like it?  It was a birthday present from Mom :) xo.  I'm a summer girl so I like to hold onto summer till the very end.  Seeing as its still hot and humid, I chose a pair of basic black sandals that had black rhinestones on the straps.

Tip: Versatile pieces are going to make your closet go a long way!

Splattered Skirt

It might have been a little chilly for my look today but I went with it anyway! Out of all the clothes I own, this skirt is probably one of my favorites! I love the design, splattered paint? It also reminds me of those fireworks that look like gold confetti falling from the sky - my favorite ones :)! The bronze buttons down the front give a little more detail and I also love the black elastic waist for contrast. This skirt came from my secret gem at the Jersey Shore... Lucky Lady! Its located on the same boardwalk you see Pauly D and the Jersey Shore crew strollin' on. If you ever make a trip that way, its a MUST to stop in. When (not if, but when!) I open a store, I want it to look just like Lucky Lady. I love everything about it, from the clothes to the decorations! I'll be heading there soon for my annual summer shore vacation!

Back to the look for today... because I wanted the skirt to be the focus, I went with a plain tan T and a simple black sweater.  Sticking with the bronze on the buttons, I wore my gold jewelry - chunky watch and bracelets, and my go to layered necklace.  

These shoes could not have matched better!  They're finally getting comfortable!