A trusty Saturday-fall-morning-at-the-farmer’s-market-sweater doesn’t have to break the bank. This one is under $60 and perfect paired with cutoffs, boyfriend jeans, leggings or layered with fur. How do you wear your favorite sweater? Don’t forget I update the shop page here daily with pieces I wear on instagram. Go check it out!
Happy Tuesday xo
sweater BP NORDSTROM :: faux leather leggings Topshop SIMILAR :: lace up boots VINCE CAMUTO :: faux fur vest BB DAKOTA
If you’re curious what pieces I’m loving for fall, it’s the following: faux fur stole, charm bracelets (which are back), lots of leather, and embroidered kitten heels. All SOLE SOCIETY items are under $70, and did I mention that this ($55) faux fur stole can be added to virtually any jacket in your closet for a chic update? It will adorn anything from leather jackets to camel coats. Absolutely try this at home and upgrade your Monday #ootd.
bag “Ciela” SOLE SOCIETY :: faux fur stole SOLE SOCIETY :: charm bracelet SOLE SOCIETY:: cuff SOLE SOCIETY :: heels ‘DESI’ by SOLE SOCIETY :: turtleneck SIMILAR :: faux leather leggings SIMILAR :: leather jacket OAK LA
Thank you SOLE SOCIETY for partnering on this post!
After 25 year of experience, San Francisco based designer Margaret O’Leary may make the softest, most cutting-edge sweaters around. One of my favorite outfits has to be a sweater (that’s not itchy but incredibly soft) worn with cutoffs. Seriously, right up there with picking apples, drinking hot apple cider, and breathing in the crisp fall air are CHUNKY KNIT SWEATERS, especially if they are made with cashmere. I think everybody can agree that everybody needs a little cashmere in their lives. In fact, these sweaters are the perfect hint to drop for birthdays or Christmas … or skip the hints and call it shopping therapy.
loopy vest MARGARET O’LEARY :: cutoffs RESDENIM ::
sideways knit pullover MARGARET O’LEARY ::
Thank you Margaret O’Leary for partnering on this post!
Our underwear often doesn’t take the front seat in fashion, but as we all know, there is nothing quite like a good bra. Or let me say it this way: we often forget about the comfortable bra (or undies), but remember distinctly when one doesn’t fit right. So in this third installment of the series I’m doing with Hanes, I thought it only appropriate to share how my Hanes’ ComfortFlex Fit bras without wires and the Hanes Cool Comfort Cotton Bikinis let me focus on the rest of life, specifically transitioning to fall. #becomfydent.
4 Tips to Best Transition to Fall:
With fall just around the corner be prepared with the right basics, an edited but functional closet, protected skin, and the right undergarments. Share how you best transition to fall by using the hashtag #becomfydent.
As a heads up, I’m partnering with Hanes for a couple months sharing how I, as a busy mom, wear comfy undergarments that keep me feeling confident. Read more at www.Hanes.com. Thank you Hanes for partnering on this post!
If you’re in search of one fall must have, it’s a suede jacket! This one has the perfect dark camel hue and a great fitting cut (I recommend sizing up). I love it paired with these sailor shorts from EXPRESS. And don’t forget booties or block heels. This outfit is the perfect transition outfit for those in the warmer climates experiencing an Indian summer but need a cozy covering for evenings.
I also plan on wearing this suede jacket with a knit turtleneck sweater for our next trip to Big Bear. It’s so funny how excited us Chicagoans are to travel to the cold regions of California. The kids keep asking when we can see snow. I distinctly remember thinking bad thoughts about the minus nineteen-degree winter that came every winter in Chicago … and yet. (Read our full story HERE.) Fall chill is all about excitement and refreshing the wardrobe accordingly. I also linked (and pinned!) some EXPRESS favorites. Which are your favorite?
Happy Fall!
heels MIU MIU sailor shorts (I also like this pant version and military jacket version):: bodysuit tank :: genuine suede jacket (I recommend sizing up) all EXPRESS
Thank you EXPRESS for partnering on this post!
velvet heels ASOS (under $50):: dress STORETS (under $70) :: bomber jacket ASOS (under $50)::
If you buy anything this week in October, make sure it’s velvet. It’s the hottest material and worn best with basics you already have in your closet: a white dress, or denim on denim. See my previous post on affordable frayed jeans. I love that the heel is low enough so I can run to school pick-up when I’m late. True story. If one has to be late, at least arrive in velvet, yes? High fives all around for sporting fall’s hottest trend a little under the $50 mark, leaving some wiggle room to go crazy Halloween costumes. More of that coming soon.
Meanwhile, check out my new shop page located on the home page to see my latest purchases and what I’m wearing. Happy Monday!
The really great thing about colder weather is all that lovely layering you get to do. And seeing as I’ve accumulated quite a few lovely scarves, shawls and kimonos, I have some great layering pieces. My very favorite trick to accessorizing a cold shoulder or off-the-shoulder dress or top is a scarf or shawl. If I were to name one, this lace and fringe number works every time. It provides a whimsical flair to an evening out, whether that be a quick stop for boba tea or dinner at Gjelina. Wherever you end up, you’ll feel chic and sophisticated. Quite honestly, this off-the-shoulder/shawl situation may become my fall go-to … it’s that good.
lace shawl SIMILAR :: dress (only $80!) TOPSHOP (also like this one) and this $40 version :: heel SAM EDELMAN
New! Shop my instagrams below:
dress BLESSED ARE THE MEEK SIMILAR and THIS :: heels SAM EDELMAN :: bracelet BALENCIAGA
10 years ago this week, we got engaged. Here’s our story . . .
We had been dating for about 6 months when my family took a trip to Southern France to stay in a cousin’s chateau. Although Reid and I had a rough journey there, with cancelled flights and unexpected layovers, we made it. Vineyards and lavender fields dotted the countryside and the charm was undeniable. We picked fruit, perused french markets, and did all the things you think people do in Southern France. I had no idea that Reid was going to propose, but after a dinner date one evening we returned to the field behind the chateau where music from Pride and Prejudice came floating out from under the canopy of the willow tree. Stepping through the hanging curtain of leaves, there was a gorgeous table spread with desserts, flowers, and candlelight … and an uninvited yellow lab, no joke. It was breathtaking, and obviously, I said yes. We’ve had some great years and some rough years, with 4 children pretty close together (hello, Irish twins), countless diapers, too many moves to count, and 7 architecture exams. He was and still is my best friend and I hope and pray our children have a similar story if not one to best it! And if I could tell my 20 year-old self some advice? It would be to worry less and take risks. God is good.
Monday Morning Meetings 
Tuesday Blog Shoot
Wednesday Errand Running
Thursday Happy Hour with Girlfriends
Saturday Low Key Lounging
I’m having a major Tuesday Shoesday moment and I’m honored to share 7 DAYS, 7 LOOKS with Vince Camuto. I love how a boot or pump can take me from a creative meeting to date night with the hubby to school pick up. It was a fun challenge to pair 7 pairs of beautiful boots and pumps with easy (and wearable) pieces you may already have in your closet. That coveted laissez-faire look sometimes means a ruffle instead of a tee, a lace shawl over a tank, and lace-up leather boots for good measure. Thankfully, for you, I took the guessing out of what to wear, and linked all 7 outfits below. Now, it’s your turn, which look is your favorite?
xox shalice
Monday Morning Meetings stripe blouse SIMILAR and THIS:: oversize pants SIMILAR and THESE :: bag J W ANDERSON ::pump VINCE CAMUTO
Tuesday Blog Shoot ruffle dress H&M :: bag J W ANDERSON :: raspberry pump VINCE CAMUTO
Wednesday Errand Running ruffle top SIMILAR :: jeans MADEWELL :: OTK Boot VINCE CAMUTO
Thursday Happy Hour with Girlfriends white slip dress :: leather jacket OAK LA :: stud booties VINCE CAMUTO
Friday Date Night faux leather leggings SIMILAR (and I love THESE) :: black tank SIMILAR :: lace shawl :: OTK lace up boot VINCE CAMUTO
Saturday Low Key Lounging turtleneck sweater ELLA MOSS :: jeans L’AGENCE :: bag VINCE CAMUTO :: OTK boot “Cessily” VINCE CAMUTO
Sunday Family Brunch chunky knit sweater SIMILAR :: jean shorts SIMILAR :: tassel bootie VINCE CAMUTO
Thank you VINCE CAMUTO for partnering on this post
What goes with everything and is a must-have for fall? Why, comfy black booties of course! These “Trinculo” Børn boots are not only comfortable (as in gel-cushion-comfy) but they look awesome with a sweater and cropped jeans. And as I transition to fall, I plan to wear them with bare legs for as long as the weather affords. A definite bonus is that I can get them on in 5 seconds when I’m running late to school drop-off. Winning.
Shop the look below:
boot BØRN “Trinculo” available at NORDSTROM :: leggings NORDSTROM :: hat LACK OF COLOR :: stripe top RAILS LA
Thank you BØRN for partnering on this post
