shift in seasons

It's fall y'all!

Outfit Details: Cardigan (old, but others here and here), Old Navy Shift Dress (here and here) Seychelles Gamble Sandals (here)

I am pretty sure that I have mentioned how much I love a shift dress, but just in case I haven't done so, let me tell you now, "I love a shift dress!" Known to be a blank canvass for accessories, these dresses have the most versatility when it comes to going from the work desk to a dinner date, and what's more, they look fabulous on. It is quite simple to get ready for work when this dress is hanging in your closet. I have actually been wanting to wear this dress ever since I brought it home from Old Navy, but I decided to wait until after Labor Day to wear my fall colors. The army green with the cognac sandals simply scream "Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall", and that is all right with me. This dress feels great on, and like one reviewer said, "you get to dress up your wardrobe without compromising comfort" or (I might add) your budget. I also like the idea of adding a longer light knit cardigan with the dress and a pair of booties for the cooler fall mornings. But to truly take the look from teacher to diva, just add a few accessories and a sexy heel and transform the look from casual to chic. 

People have been complimenting me all morning, and I have to admit the saying is true: "When you look good, you feel good!" 

Five on Friday: 5 Fall Faves (Nordstrom Anniversary Sale)

Back to school shopping always has me looking ahead from summer to fall, and since Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale a.k.a. the Sale of All Sales is still going strong (til Aug. 2nd), there's no better time to get some of those Fall items you've been crushing for a while! Here are 5 of mine!

1. Statement Necklace

Not sure how to wear one, check the guide!

2. Fabulous Flare Jeans

Do you know the best fit of jeans for your body type? I'm a pear shape! 

(Sir Mix-a-lot would love me)

 

3. Chic Stripes

Wear them however you'd like; there is no wrong way!

4. Flat-Out Cute Shoes

Too many styles not to find something for you!

5. Dress with Versatility

When buying dresses, make sure they can go from work to play, and are perfect with any shoe you feel like wearing. Just buy the dresses that are both comfortable and flattering!

The most important thing to remember is to shop with a purpose, and versatility should be a requirement. One piece in multiple ways. 

All opinions are my own, but I have as you know, put some extra thought into each of the items I have included. Be purposeful and stay on budget, and you'll be fabulous this Fall!

thoughtfully,

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Currently Crushing: Peep Toe Booties (because Fall is coming)

I will be the first to tell you that hands down Fall is by far my favorite season, and it is so for the following reasons:

1. I can breathe

2. Warm days, cool nights

3. My hair always cooperates

4. Nature's Beauty & 

5. The clothing (of course)

So to appease my "Fall fever", I started looking at shoes that would be perfect for summer's end and the start of fall, and for that reason, the "Peep Toe" is perfect. Here are some I have fallen in love with. Some are affordable, while others, I'll see only in my dreams. 

Shop my picks, and tell me what you think!

A Peep at Fall 2015 Footwear