Happy Monday! Today marks the return of my favorite sandals to the blog - my Lanvin studded suede sandals! I'm still searching for another pair (size 38 or 38.5) for when these eventually get worn out but I've only found a 37.5 in the past couple weeks. I loved them enough to dedicate a post to them in February 2016 when they first appeared on Net-a-Porter for $795 (I think) but didn't buy them until they were added to the Summer End of Season Sale that July - which is going on right now! I scooped them up for $316, still pricey but totally worth it in my opinion!

Cardigan: Max Studio (gift), Floral Tiered Top: Michael Kors, Corduroy Pants: Abercrombie & Fitch,  Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin (Net-a-Porter Sale), Necklace: Acanthus Jewelry 'Gemma' (giveaway win), Sunglasses: Chanel

My favorite season has finally arrived! We had a bit of an Indian Summer the past week or so and it's been nice to finally need a sweater. Maybe it's the fact that I was born in October but Fall has always been my favorite season. The pretty leaves, the smells, the sweaters...so perfect.

This crop top is one of my favorite Zara buys ever. It's made up of all my favorite colors and is just perfect for Autumn! Rather than wearing it with dark high waisted jeans I decided to go with my lighter wash Everlane jeans and Lanvin studded suede sandals. Keeps it a little more "transitional" in a way.  These sandals seriously go with everything. I love the way they bring out all the different colors in my top. I'm still seriously considering buying a backup pair if I ever find another in my size that isn't too pricey.

Crop Top: Zara, Jeans: Everlane "The High-Rise Skinny Jean" in Mid-Blue, Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin - also here (NET-A-PORTER), Aviator Sunglasses: Gucci, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Dark Purple Chloé Faye (eBay)

I feel like I've been neglecting my Lanvin sandals this Summer! So many shoes to wear, so little time. But never fear, they're not going anywhere anytime soon. I'm still trying to find an afforedable replacement pair on consignment store sites for when these eventually die from overuse, haha.

Top: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor), Jeans: MIH 'The Tomboy' Cropped (Net-a-Porter), Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin (Net-a-Porter)

This past Friday I "hosted" an event at the Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets Banana Republic store. When I got the email asking if I was interested I almost had a heart attack. I'd never hosted an event before because I'm super shy and feel really awkward talking to strangers. But in an effort to be bold and stop being so scared of things I said yes. I had so many butterflies before the event but once there I was mostly okay. I still felt awkward walking up to people asking if they needed help, but I assisted a few shoppers find some pieces they were looking for, so I feel pretty good about it.

Banana Republic is currently having their Friends and Family sale! Today is the last day to take advantage of the extra 40% off prices that are already up to 70% off! And if you have a Banana Republic/Gap card you get another 10% off! Talk about deals!

I arrived early for the event so I could shop for a new Fall look to wear showing off the collection with $100 that Banana Republic gifted me. I ended up getting 2 pairs of pants, a sweater, top and some linen shorts. The weather wasn't cooperating and it was already getting dark by the time the event was done so I only did outfit photos for one look for now. I'll wear the other when it gets closer to Fall.

How amazing are these cherry blossom print pants?! They are the "Ryan" pant which comes in more colors and prints. I probably could have gotten a size smaller but I'm not used to wearing slacks so I was nervous about them being too tight. I decided to pair them with this beautiful teal peplum sweater to bring out the lighter blue in the pants.

I also picked up the Sloan pant in purple, ruffle sleeve shirt in teal and a pair of gold/tan linen shorts that aren't on the website anymore. The shorts were a whopping $8 thanks to being on clearance AND using the 40% off.

Sweater c/o Banana Republic, Pants c/o Banana Republic, Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin (Net-a-Porter), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Natural Selection Mini Messenger Bag' (Saks Fifth Avenue),

My mom bought this skirt for herself a few years ago on super clearance at Lord and Taylor. When she was done with it she passed it on to me. This is actually the first time I've worn it.  It gets wrinkly a bit too easily and its kind of short too, ha ha. It doesn't look short in the photos, but for some reason it feels short.

Tee: Madewell, Skirt: Michael Kors, Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin (Net-a-Porter), Sunglasses: Gucci, Necklace: Indulgems (Gilt)

The second night of the conference ended with the "Ball at the Wall," aka a Game of Thrones dance, ha ha.  I brought my Edun printed dress because I thought it had a Wildling vibe. Unfortunately it was already dark by the time we got ready for the party so the pictures are a little blurry. I should have taken them with my phone instead of my tiny camera.

Dress: Edun (The Outnet - shirt and skirt version), Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin (Net-a-Porter)

Last Thursday I attended Clinton Crossing's Spring Preview event. This is the third year of the event and I always manage to find something awesome! The first year it was my beloved DKNY romper, last year I got my Banana Republic shorts and this year it might just be the black suede mules I picked up at Saks Off 5th!

Before I recap the event - time to share the outfit!

Suede Jacket: Ralph Lauren (Marshalls), Top: Zara, Jeans: M.I.H. Jeans 'The TOMBOY' (Net-a-Porter), Studded Suede Sandals: Lanvin (Net-a-Porter), Bag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted)


On to the event! A selection of Clinton Crossing's retailers chose a selection of Spring must haves from their stores to showcase. There were also a couple giveaways where I won a Tommy Hilfiger bucket bag (similar) and $100 to the outlets (which I promptly used that evening!) I bought BCBGeneration 'Beverly' black mules at Saks Off 5th, G.H. Bass cargo pants and a cardigan that I can't find online.

Getting set up!

Lydia and I with the bags we won!

Always a great selection at Saks Off 5th!

Really loved this two-piece set from Saks so I went ot the store to try it on. Sadly I'm too short for it! I'm on my tippy toes in the picture and its still too long (Can't tailor them because they have a fun slit at the bottom)

Plenty of brights at Banana Republic!

Stripes are a Spring staple and these ones from Dooney & Bourke are great!

Dooney & Bourke has a line of MLB bags, super cute! Chico's is also getting in on the print fun for Spring.

How fun are these espadrilles from G.H. Bass! I was tempted to buy them but realistically I know I wouldn't wear them that much since I'm mostly a sandal girl come Summer.

More G.H. Bass shoes! this time their classic Weejuns in a bright blue.

Vera Bradley has introduced a new print exclusive to outlets! It comes in suitcases, bags, flip flops, water bottles and so much more!