Give Me All the Fall Colors: White Jeans #3

When I see a pile of leaves I  instantly get that childhood urge to throw them up in the air, run and jump into them, or simply just play with them, don't you?  It goes without saying that one of my favorite things about fall are the natural  colors that surround us.  Even if you live in a city, like me, you can find pockets of that natural beauty without traveling too far.  Check out a local park, a hiking trail nearby, or just take the time to stop and notice the leaves, the fallen pine cones, the change in perennial plants and bushes, pumpkins that line peoples lawns, right in your neighborhood. 

Taking outfit photos indoors is always so difficult for me, especially as daylight is hard to come by after work, so taking advantage of the outdoor setting before it gets too cold has been my goal this year.  I've also been trying to shoot three outfits at a time in order to minimize the time I spend on the blog and away from my family. This is my last white jean outfit, see #1 and #2, and it's one that I think perfectly transitions me from fall into early winter.  Cooler temps are referred to as 'sweater weather' and I love me some sweaters.  What's great about this one, is that it's not over-sized, chunky and let's just cuddle up on the couch and hibernate through the winter (those are my favorite types), but it's a sweater/dress/tunic.  It's totally acceptable to wear to the office with jeans/ leggings and paired up with short booties, OTKB, pearls or funky jewelry. Because of the simple cut and neutral color, you can really use it as a basic piece and dress it up, down, funky, add color, basically you can style it whatever way you want!  I decided wanted the natural environment to stand out, so I kept everything else super simple and neutral.  I love how this outfit turned out.  Playing with the different shades of gray and adding the wine-deep-purple purse gives it just enough dimension without taking over.  The pearls are a simple and classy touch without making the outfit too formal. 

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 ON White Jeans

Aritzia Tunic (old; similar)

Expression Grey Booties

H & M Purse (sold out; black available)

Mac Diva Lipstick

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

Fashion Friday: Three Outfits from the Fall Style Challenge

 

Hello everyone, it's finally the end of the work week and we are heading into the Canadian Thanksgiving Weekend.  I am super pumped to get away to the lake  and also to get together with family friends for a turkey dinner.

 

Today I am sharing three outfits that I have complied and made my own over the first couple of weeks of the Get Your Pretty On Fall 2017 Style Challenge.  I've shared my recaps before, here, here, and here.  If your are interested in joining one of the current style challenges, check out the links at the end of this post.  

Onto to three simple outfits you can re-create for your own lifestyle and with what's in your closet.  Enjoy!

  

 

Prompt #1:  Moto Jacket, White Tee, Olive Jeans, Printed Scarf & Slip on Sneakers

 

My Take:  Work Wear Culottes

 

I know, I know.  You are thinking, "you go this out of that prompt?!?"  Here is the deal, I don't have olive jeans, well I didn't at the time but do now.  I absolutely adore these culottes that I picked up in London last year and subbed them in for the olive pants.   I stuck to the white tee portion and printed scarf, but added a denim jacket with some heels for work. 

 

Let's talk culottes! To be honest I had been crushing on culottes forever but I never thought they would work on my short body, I am only 5'4".  Anyway, these do and what I feel is the trick for them is that they are high-waisted, making my lower body appear longer and also my waist smaller, which it's not as a result of over-indulging in pretzels dipped in Nutella.  

 

Here are a couple of culotte options from Modcloth to check out, here and here.

 

 

 

Prompt #2:  Gray Sweatshirt, Gray Jeans, Statement Necklace & Velvet Shoes

 

My take: Weekend Style

 

I was actually able to wear a casual look because it was finally the weekend.  I always wear jeans on the weekend because it's the only time I am really allowed to.  I just love this look.  It's casual, comfortable and stylish.  I especially love my new purse from H & M and  the deep, wine color of it (it's sold out in this color but they do have It in black here).  Oh, and did I mention these cute, lace up flats were only $11 at Walmart?!?

 

 

Prompt #3:  Gray Sweatshirt, Grayed Hem Jeans, Printed Scarf and Slip on Sneakers

 

My take:  From Office to Casual Mom

 

My favorite part of this outfit is that I got to do both a work look and casual look in one day.  I basically flipped the prompt for the office and had a TON of compliments on it; and to think that chambray shirt was on my "maybe"  pile.  Instead of the printed scarf I added some leopard print to my feet and classy pearls for the office.

 

For running the kids to gymnastics that evening I paired up this cute, ruffled tee from H & M  and I styled it with casual jeans, sneakers and a printed scarf. 

 

 

 

If you are interested in trying out a style challenge for yourself check the following challenges out:

 

 

Fall 2017 Menswear Bootcamp

https://vm235.isrefer.com/go/MWFALL17/BojanaK/ 

 

Fall 2017 Work Wear Capsule

https://vm235.isrefer.com/go/WWFALL17/BojanaK/

 

Fall 2017 GYPO Style Challenge

https://vm235.isrefer.com/go/GYPOFALL17/BojanaK/

Have a great weekend and Happy Thanksgiving to my Canadian friends.