and the Glamour Continues...

I just couldn't resist snagging this sweater when I did.  The graphic quote on this 424 Fifth sweater adds a playful touch.  {I am totally eyeing this "Amour" pleated back top.}   I stepped it up a notch by adding a black + white printed below with structured black pumps, but balanced out the look with light washed denim jeans.

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ sweater: 424 Fifth {sold out} love this L'Ensemble tunic }  { blouse: J.Crew Factory Printed Heart Blouse, last seen here }  { heels: Enzo Angiolini Fayson Pumps }  { jeans: J.Crew Factory Straight and Narrow Jeans on sale! } 

Fabuleuse

We all need a Fabulous day to be Fabuleuse.

This totally chill, laid-back causal look was actually worn labor day weekend, but I'm just getting around to sharing it with you now.  (Sorry!)  This H&M 'Fabuleuse' sweatshirt just screams "Put me in your beach bag.. I'll keep you warm when the sun starts to go down, your sunburn appears + the beach chill hits."  I love the lightweight, mesh material.  The perfect summer sweatshirt that I will continue to wear into the Fall. 

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ sweatshirt: HM Fabuleuse Sweatshirt, crop sweater option here, love this sweatshirt for fall }  { jeans: Gap Sexy Boyfriend Jeans, last seen here, available in light denim washes here }  { tank: Forever 21 }  { purse: Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch in Leopard }  { sandals: J.Crew Malta Mirror Metalic Sandals }  { shades: Ray-Ban Original Aviator in black } 

Skirt Stripe

I'm sharing a quick black + white combo with you today: a wide stripe birdcage skirt + heart print blouse.  Have I mentioned b+w is my favorite combo ever?? 

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ skirt: Xhilaration Pleated Circle Skirt via Target, love the thick knit }  { blouse: J.Crew Factory Printed Blouse }  { heels: Enzo Angiolini Fayson Pumps }  { purse: Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch }  { lipstick: Lancome Rouge in Love #391 }  { necklace: Kate Spade }  { shades: Ray-Ban Aviators } 

Altuzarra Attire

This dress may be the last 'summer' dress I wear all year.  

I knew buying it in mid-September {when the Altuzarra line was released} that I probably wouldn't have a chance to wear it this year, except maybe layered with a sweater or trench jacket.  Well, you've gotta love those random hot weekends in September.  I wore it all day this past Sunday, and I was very happy about it.  Have a great week.  Keep styling.   

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ dress: Altuzarra for Target Striped Sleeveless Dress, loving this blouse + this sweater }  { heels: French Connection Ellis D'Orsay, other Fall colors here }  { purse: Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac Crossbody, other colors here }  {  shades: Ray-Ban Aviators } 

In-vested

I don't mind splurging on statement piece I know I will wear over + over.  Something that will have a permanent place in my closet for years to come.  I've had these Corso Como Booties on my Nordstrom Wish List for quite a while now, and it was my intent to buy them for the Fall, since I know they'll get plenty of wear now through winter.  {Statement booties are totally trending this season!}  

I had first seen these Vince Camuto booties {pictured above} on Hudson's Bay's instagram but couldn't find them anywhere online.  Lucky for me, I stumbled upon them at Marshall's for only $70!  Much more budget friendly than the Corso Como pair, but just as cute + stylish.   I can't wait to pair them with a dress, leggings, sweaters... Happy Styling! 

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ top: Forever 21 (sold out), larger stripe here, similar here }  { pants: J.Brand, similar }  { booties: Vince Camuto, via Marshalls.. similar here , love the camo + zipper detail on these }  { vest: T.J.Maxx, first seen here, other option here }  { necklace: Forever 21 Longline Chevron Necklace, love this one }

Burnts + Blacks

From the color to the length, these shorts lend themselves to being the perfect pair for Fall.

 

I didn't expect I would get as much wear out of these shorts as I actually do.  They are my go-to for a quick run to the mall, dinner dates, ever casual Fridays at work.  I'm glad I snagged them when I did.  Happy Hump Day... {HUMP DAY!}

OUTFIT DETAILS: 

{ shorts: the Loft, last seen here, another cute option here }  { top: Lord & Taylor Split Neck Blouse }  { clutch: Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch in Leopard }  { shoes: V.C. Signature, similar }  { rings: BCBG Branch Ring, BCBG Double Panther Ring }  

Romping

Mentally, it's Fall.  Physically, it's still summer, and last week's heat sure proved that fact.   

But, there's something about September that is, oh, so exciting.  It screams Fall.  Back to school shopping.  It is the excitement of pulling out sweater, jackets, vests stored deep in your closet from last season.  Or finally wearing the new pieces you purchased (what seems like forever ago), that you haven't been able to wear because it has been so dang hot.  

In my case, I still haven't had the opportunity to switch over to my fall wardrobe, and I am not happy about it.  Last week was a scorcher.  I wore this Romper both to Kerry's Bachelorette Party and on Labor Day (Monday-Funday?), exploring Portsmouth, NH for the first time.  (I realized I first wore this romper to my best friend Casey's Bachelorette Party in Colorado 3 years ago... )  The romper is simple, comfortable, effortless + apparently, perfect for bachelorette parties.

OUTFIT DETAILS:

{ romper: Macy's (old), similar here }  { sandals: Steve Madden, similar here }  { purse: LV }

Kerry's Bachelorette Bash

^ Bachelorette Party Hangover Kit ^

Bar Setup

Bachelorette Party Favors

the Bar Setup

My sister  "the Bachelorette"  and I 

 Cheers Biatch! 

Our transportation has arrived

The Ladies, ready to board the Funk Bus

Cocktails at the Harbor Lounge, Provincetown

 Invitations I designed for the Weekend Festivities (Front and Back) 

Sharing some snap shots from my sister Kerry's Bachelorette Weekend Bash.  We (the Bridal Party) rented the cutest house down the Cape.  From the bars to the beaches, I can safely say we all had a great time.  We even took "the Funk Bus" (highly recommended) to Provincetown for some drinks, dinner, more drinks + karaoke.  

all Graphics, Labels & Invitations are my own.  

Stars & Stripes

Happy Labor Day!  It was HOT this weekend.  But I brought along this peplum striped jacket to throw over my star-studded top, just incase the weather changed.  I can't wait to wear this baby throughout the fall.

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ tee: Macy's, old }  { jacket: Free People Striped Peplum Jacket }  { jeans: Joe's High Rise Flares }  { purse: LV }  { shoes:  Sole Society }  { Shades: Ray-Ban Aviators }