Here's the first of my two Thanksgiving outfits! I love that my family separates into two days so we get two turkeys and I can wear two outfits! Day one was at Grandma's with Mom's side of the family. Day two, Saturday, was at my Aunt's with Dad's side. So much better than trying to go to two places in one day.

Dress: Diane von Furstenberg 'Zaina' (Coco's on the Green), Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls),  Boots: Cordani (Roundabout Resale), Necklace: BubuRuby (etsy)

A couple weekends ago I went to visit my best friend from college and we went apple picking at Johnny Appleseed Farm in Ellington! It was the first day where it really felt like Fall so I had to layer with a vest!  It's always so much fun catching up with friends after being apart for a while.

Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls), Sweater: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Off Fifth), Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Flats: Chanel (eBay), Sunglasses Ray Ban Aviator via Ditto Endless Eyewear [Use code CLOSETFASHIONENDLESSDITTO for your first month free]

The time has finally come for my favorite boots to come out of their Summer slumber! It is almost their 4th birthday and I love them just as much as when I first got them.  It's rather fitting that I'm posting this look today since it's my birthday on Sunday and I got them as a gift.*

They are a perfect match with this sweater dress which could be a little boring with other shoes.  The boots bump up the volume, so to speak. That is also why I opted to add a vest on top as well, for a bit more interest.  It's nice to still be able to have bare legs during this time of year, the outfit will feel a little heavier come Winter when I have to wear tights with it.

* Well, I said I wanted them and my mom gave me the money to buy them for my birthday, but same thing.

Dress: Balenciaga Knits (Roundabout Resale), Necklace: Indulgems (Gilt Groupe) Booties: Alexander Wang 'Freja' (The Outnet), Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls)

As many of my regular readers will know, I am very into muted colors, nothing too bright. I have two "neon" sweaters in my closet; this one and a green v-neck. Sometimes I just want to blind people with color! On this day I decided to tone it down a bit by pairing it with a grey vest.

Sweater: Madewell (Shopbop), Faux Fur Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls), Jeans: Free People, Boots:  Eighteen 68 'Megan' (Gilt), Clutch c/o Soul Foundation 'Mulungi Collection', Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Henry Dinky' (Gilt)

Here is my second outfit from Howler Con weekend, see the first here.  In addition to meeting Haley I also got to spend some time with the other actors: Holland Roden, Melissa Ponzio, Tyler Hoechlin, Charlie Carver, Eaddie Mays, Ornie Adams, Linden Ashby and JR Bourne. It was a little awkard not knowing who any of them were, except Tyler and Linden (he was in Iron Man 3) but I guess it was better that way.

Charlie was so nice and we talked about how scary it is driving in New York City and how awesome his jacket was, ha ha. And then he bruised my chin when he hugged me goodbye, because I suck at hugs. ;)  I only took 4 pictures at the convention and 2 were professional.  I figured it would be weird to be hanging out with the actors snapping pictures so I refrained.

Sweater: T.Babaton c/o Aritzia,  Vest: Ella Moss 'Nico' (Marshalls), Jeans: Free People, Boots: Vince Camuto (Marshalls)



And my few pictures from the weekend. Me with Haley and Tyler, with Haley, and with Charlie.

This is what I wore to my Aunt's house this past weekend for my cousin's birthday party.  It was an unseasonably warm day so I could have done without the vest, but I wanted to add some more dimension to the outfit. The dress is actually a little big on me and used to be longer, but I had my mom shorten it for me since the previous length hit the middle of my calves. Not a good look for a short girl.  

Dress: Edun (ThredUp),  Faux Fur Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls), Boots: vintage (eBay), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Rings: thrifted & mom's

I'm continuing with the French Wardrobe Challenge, but changing the rules a bit for myself. Looks like both Jessica and I had the same idea! I'm switching it from 5 to 7 items and allowing myself to buy as many shoes as my heart desires, within reason, of course. While I will still be discerning with all my purchases, it will be nice to have a little more freedom. I'm also going to be more lenient when it comes to "basics" by not restricting to black/white and gray since I wear a lot of burgundy and purple. I have a clothing budget for each month that I'm usually pretty good about sticking to, so that helps curb my purchases as well!  Will you be doing the challenge this season?
This first month I told myself I wasn't allowed to buy anything since I splurged on a pair of Chanel flats last month. But, as per usual, I couldn't  keep that promise. Most of what I bought was paid for with gift cards, so it wasn't a total fail! I did buy a new Marrin Costello necklace and a couple Altuzarra for Target pieces without gift cards. But the Target stuff would have sold out if I waited, so I had to, right? Not really a good excuse, but the collection had lots of purple and burgundy! What's a girl to do?
Near the end of the month I used up an Amazon gift card to buy a pair of Cole Haan sandals I've been wanting since May. They were the last size 8 in the purple color I wanted so I went for it! I paid more than the $49.99 price tag at Marshalls, BUT it was a gift card. The design is simple enough that I'll be able to wear them for years to come. They aren't technically a Fall item, so I won't include them in the remaining roundups.
While I wasn't totally successful in not buying anything I was thoughtful with my purchases, so it's alright.  This weekend my mom is taking my sister and I out birthday shopping (mine is in a couple weeks!) so maybe I'll be able to hold out the rest of the month and not buy anything... (doubtful)

THE RULES

1. Just five seven standout pieces per season.
2. Quality over quantity.
3. Basics don’t count.
4. Accessories don’t count, unless you’re spending a lot more than usual.
5. Socks and underwear don’t count.
6. Shoes do count.

MY PROGRESS

Part of my Seven:

1. Altuzarra for Target Embroidered Pleated Georgette Dress ($54.99)

Basics: 

1. Ella Moss Vest in gray via Marshalls ($79.99, used gift card)
2. Altuzarra for Target Python long sleeve shirt ($19.99)
   

Shoes:

1. Coach 'Nacie' pump via Marshalls ($69, used gift card)
2. Cole Haan 'Minetta' Sandal via Amazon ($74, used gift card)

Accessories:

1. Movado Bold Watch c/o Lucky & Movado
2. Kendra Scott Naomi Double Ring (c/o)
3. Marrin Costello Pearl Crescent Necklace [$66 with coupon, not available online yet]

Exempt items:  [gifted items from brands or family members that would normally fall under my standout pieces]

• Philosophy Top via Marshalls ($19.99)
• For Cynthia Sweater via Marshalls ($16.99)

Here is one of my new Fall purchases! I bought this fun fur vest at Marshalls with a gift card and I am so excited to wear it through the Winter! I really love the knitted back, makes it so much more unique than if it was just suede all the way around. I think I'm going to try it over a dress next.  How would you style it?

I also inherited another one of my mom's old rings (she bought it when she was 7 or 8,) this time it's a dime that was carved out to just show "LIBERTY" and a woman who was featured on the dime before Roosevelt. After some research I found that it is called the "Mercury dime" and was only made from 1916 to 1945. 

Faux Fur Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls), Cashmere Sweater: Everlane,  Jeans: J Brand c/o Marshalls, Mouse Flats: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Bag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted), Rings: Brilliant Imports snake, vintage sapphire and opal, and the rest were mom's