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Sunday, 29 October 2017
Thursday, 26 October 2017
Duster Cardigan & a Little Sparkle
I had been dreaming of a duster cardigan since last spring but I just never seemed to come across one that caught my eye and then at the end of the summer there was a sale at a local boutique and this Billabong duster cardigan caught my eye; I couldn't find the exact same one but linked some great fall and winter options below. I knew it was going to be mine and at 50% off it seemed like it was just meant to be. Usually I like big, bulky, woolly sweaters when the temperatures begin to nosedive but I had still some warmer days ahead so it seemed like a good investment. I love the crochet design and the waterfall front. It went worked well to showcase a perfectly casual look here with some frayed hemmed jeans that I have worn over and over and over again, here and here. I am also loving my new grey tee from H & M and the ruffle detailing that gives a little twist to a pretty basic classic tee.
Now let's talk about this stunning new necklace. I had a GC for Hillberg and Berk and I ended up adding a little bit to the total and ended up walking away with two brand new pieces to add to my collection. This Swarovski crystal pendant at the end of the rose gold chain caught my eye instantly and is the first piece I choose. The crystal can be tuned two ways, a lighter, crystal version that sparkles as the light hits it or a darker, iridescent side that shimmers and alters its color as the light hits it. Both give just a subtle sparkle to any outfit. I know this will get a ton attention from me.
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Ruffled Top (H & M; $19.99)
Hillberg and Berk Ellis Pendant Long Necklace
Cardigan: Option 1; Option 2; Option 3
Thursday, 19 October 2017
How to Style a White Dress for Fall
This past week we had a second chance at fall around here, usually around this time of the year we receive our first dump of the sparkly, white stuff. I seized the warmer temperatures to give this stung white dress I bought at the end of the summer season another wear, see it styled here. Everything about this dress screams summer date night to me but I do love to make my wardrobe stretch throughout the seasons as much as possible. I decided to try pairing it up with a fall floral scarf, OTK boots and a fall handbag and I love how this outfit ended up coming together. As I looked at in the mirror, I knew I wanted my husband to snap a few pictures before heading out to work. This is always tricky as our mornings are pretty hectic and we leave the found around 7:40 a.m.
How do you style summer favorites into the fall?
Here are a few fall/winter dresses that are currently on my wish list.
1. Vero Moda Dress (on sale at the Bay)
2. Jersey-Knit Swing Dress (Old Navy, $15)
3. Floral Dress (Zaful)
4. Long Sleeve Striped Dress (Zaful)
5. Plaid Jumper Dress (Simon's)
Thursday, 12 October 2017
A Belted Blanket Scarf (and a Corn Maze)
Last weekend, also Canadian Thanksgiving weekend, our family hit the road to for our annual trip to the corn maze. This has become a fall tradition for our little, not so little anymore, family. It's a time to unwind and enjoy the fresh air, the open farm land, the outdoors, and the child within all of us. It's so much more then just a corn maze, they have a petting zoo, a wall climb, a bouncy trampoline type of thing, a hay ride, you name it, they've thought of it.
Last year was the first time we successfully completed both corn mazes and we found all four of the hidden stamps. This year we had a heck of a time but the girls were relentless and we spent a good hour and forty-five minutes in the two mazes searching for the stamps. I was vetoed by my lovely husband and kids numerous times when I tried to persuade them to quit. They were having none of it!!!!
Success! We found all four punches. |
Onto the outfit!
I layered up for the day as it's been quite chilly, and windy, around these parts. Plaid shirt, gray cardigan, and then my blanket scarf! I decided to switch it up and use it as a poncho/cape rather than the traditional blanket scarf around the neck. I belted it, belts are so in this fall, and I love how it turned out, not to mention how warm it kept me. Bonus!!!
I'd love to hear what other ways you've styled your blanket scarves down in the comments.
Shop This Look (top left to bottom right)
4. Blanket Wrap