A Coat with the Shoes and Bag to Match

Turtleneck: Lexi Drew Boutique// Jeans: Thrifted// Jacket: Forever 21// Bag: Zara// Boots: Possibly Akira//

So as you all should know by now, Fall and Winter are may favorite seasons (I say it in about every post) and you also probably know that I love a good coat, but there’s nothing like a good shoe, coat and bag combo. The shoes, coat and bag don’t have to be matchy matchy and I actually prefer them not to be but when they just flow and all just kill as a unit its perfect!

Now the shoes, bag and coat that I’m wearing with this look all matched, but I only put them all together because the colors were a perfect match but they were all different in their own way and all stood out but tied each other together. Also this look plays on the concept of taking a basic outfit and heightening it by adding different accessories to it like outerwear, a cute bag, jewelry etc. At the bare minimum this outfit is just a white turtleneck and a pair of jeans which is very casual and I just made it pop a little bit with the things I added to it.

Also if you look at the three pieces I’m sure they look much more expensive than they actually are. All of these pieces were from fast fashion retailers and under $50, but they are of good quality and look great. You can get higher quality pieces without paying a higher price and they will look great and you’ll be able to add them to different looks to add something more like I did with this bag, shoe and coat combo.

Favorite Fall/Winter Basics

Like you all probably know by now my favorite seasons for fashion are Fall and Winter and my favorite season overall is Fall. In these two seasons the fashion gets so much better, you can do so much more and be so much more creative. The clothes have so much flavor and versatility, you can layer however much you want without any questions being asked and you can wear the most amazing third pieces and coats.

I’ve told you the pieces that are necessities for the season and keys to having a great wardrobe for the fall and the winter, but these are the basics that will become your favorite and some of them can even be worn year around.

The Fall Favorite basics include a white button up preferably oversized, turtlenecks, Boots both in tall and short and heeled and flats, a durable everyday bag, blazers (both oversized and fitted), Sweaters (chunky, different sleeves and materials, short or long), a trench coat, fur (faux or real we don’t discriminate and we love both), statement third pieces, and cute flat shoes that are chic and fashionable.

All of these items are versatile, can create so many different outfits, can transfer seasons and you can get different versions of them all in different styles, colors, price points and textures. If you would like to create a simple yet very very effective wardrobe for these cold seasons all you need is the right pieces! Having the right pieces allows for you to put together the most amazing looks without having to try too hard to do so. Get the best basics and spend less time on choosing your cloths that you can spend doing other things. Comfortability and being cute can go hand in hand if you have the right pieces.

You can't go into Fall Without Red and Burgundy

Essie Nail Polish (from left to right): berry naughty (416) and wrapped in rubies (408)// OPI: Red// Lipstick: Fenty Beauty ‘Stunna’// Lipliners (front to back): Mahogany and Ruby Woo//

I am in no way a beauty guru or an expert in make-up nor do I know how to do it, but I do wish to learn one day. But one thing that you can’t tell me about that I do use as one of my only beauty products that I do know about is lipstick and my favorite is red! All year around one of my signature lippies are red (Ruby Woo by MAC and Stunna by Fenty Beauty) and I also love a good burgundy lip and a ombre red and dark burgundy lip look. Using beautiful and deep tones like red or burgundy for lip colors makes everything look so much more put together to me. If you take any of the tips from my past two blog posts about having a great Fall Wardrobe and then you add one of these lips colors then you are all set for the Fall. All lip colors may look different on different people but find your perfect tone of red or burgundy and rock the hell out of it with confidence!

Also I always love a good red nail and it looks even more amazing in the Fall and winter because it is that color pop that you need when everything looks or feels more gloomy. I’ve always admired a good red lip and red nails, it’s like the perfect combo all year around. Give me a red lip, some lashes or mascara and some good/clear skin and I’m all set.

Rock your deep tones and look fabulous in your great wardrobe and this is guaranteed to be a great season.

Fall Fashion Necessities

Jacket: Lexi Drew Boutique// Turtleneck: Lexi Drew Boutique// Pants: Thrifted// Boots: Forever 21//

Fall is upon us and it is officially over for the hot days and we are knee deep in the fall weather from the leaves falling, weather in the 40s and 50s, strong winds and gloomy days. So here I am to help you make sure that your wardrobe is prepared for this changing weather, there are some necessities that you need and I’m here to inform you!

Fall Necessities:

1. Oversized Blazer:

   As you’ve probably been seeing oversized blazers have been on trend for awhile now and it is one of my favorite pieces to have in my closet. An oversized blazer is a masculine trend that you can make feminine and put with so many different looks. You can make your oversized blazer sexy by wearing it with no bra or shirt underneath and showing skin with a long neckline or wear it as a dress with bomb shoes and jewelry. Or you can make it casual by pairing it with a t-shirt and jeans or dress it up in a feminine way by pairing a skirt or pants with it. There are so many things that you can do with oversized blazers and third pieces during every season.

2. Neutrals

   In the Fall and Winter it is great to have a great balance of colors and neutrals. I find that in the Fall the best colors for a great wardrobe are jewel tones like emerald green, red, burgundy, gold, silver, orange, mustard yellow, purples, deep pinks and deep blues. While Neutrals include nude, tan, brown, black, white, grey, (red is a neutral but we already mentioned that color). When Fall comes around things seem to become more gloomy but you don’t want your wardrobe to be. No matter what your daily activities are or your profession you want to have a great balance of color in your wardrobe especially for the fall and winter, this doesn’t mean you need to overflow your closets but you can have key pieces in these different colors that you can mix and match.

3. Great Bottoms

   So when the weather starts to change your bottoms choices may start to become limited, you can wear pants, skirts (you can have different lengths and add tights when necessary and if you choose), and culottes so that you can be warm and be cute. Also you want to make sure that your pants are a good fit so that when its raining or snowing it won’t mess up the hem of your pants. Having bottoms in different colors or even the same colors in different styles will allow for you to make many different looks this Fall instead of having to recycle the same looks. Also if you want to wear shorter bottoms like shorts or shorter skirts or even dresses it’s still possible and you can add thigh high boots (because why not) for extra length and fashion).

4. Sets and Separates

   Everyone loves a good set, and when it’s cold outside you can throw on a set and add the necessary accessories like your bag, jewelry, coat and shoes but at least your canvas (which is your outfit) is set and ready to go and also with it being a set it takes less time to put pieces together. Also the great thing about sets is that you can wear each piece separately and make a lot of different outfits with each piece which is a great cost-per-wear and also attributes to the versatile wardrobe that I always talk about. Also getting sets allows for you to get that minimalistic wardrobe and even a uniform for the new season. Who doesn’t like being able to make 10 different looks with two pieces. (You can always find sets in the co-ord tab on fashion websites.)

5. A durable bag

   In the Fall you need both a durable and great quality small cross body bag and a big tote bag, both should be in one of the neutral colors (tan, brown, black, white, grey, and red) or a few in each color so that they can go with many different looks. As far as a great quality and durable tote bag you need one so that you can fit all of your necessities for throughout the day such as for work, the gym, laptop, journal etc. and also your change of shoes for if you need to wear a certain pair from one destination to the next and then change into the shoes that go with your outfit on the way there. You can invest in a great luxury bag so that you can have it for years to come or go to a fast-fashion retailer and get one for the season.

6. Great Coat

   As I’ve been telling you for years your coat is apart of your outfit and it is what people see in the fall and winter and it can make or break your look. It’s possible to be both warm and cute, I know I personally hate an ugly coat and love for even my outerwear for the colder months to look stylish and fashionable. You want coats that are in one neutral color at least but also a fashionable coat that still serves its purpose for the season, something with some color. This is also another item that you can invest in to last several seasons instead of just lasting for one to two seasons for one year.

7. Leather

   Great leather is something that you can get low-end and high-end, but it is definitely something that is on trend for this season from full outfits, separates, to shoes, and coats. People are loving leather and it is a great texture to have in your closet when it is great quality. It may be pricier than you may be looking for but there are still low-end and high-end options. In the colder weather not only is it great to still implement color into your everyday looks but also texture like leather and snakeskin which helps to also shield from the cool winds but its still very stylish. A great fast fashion option for great leather pieces that are a good quality (Some better than others) include Zara, MissGuided, ASOS, and Topshop. But by investing in high-end leather goods from places like Louis Vuitton, Balmain, Net-a-Porter, and many more. Leather is a very popular trend right now and is something that you can wear from head to toe if you style it correctly.

8. A great bold Lip Color

   Like I keep reiterating color is still important in the Fall you just want to make sure that they are deep and beautiful tones and not on the neon side that was fit for the summer . Deep and bold hues look luxurious and elegant. Colors like a dark burgundy, an ombre red, a pop of red like Ruby Woo or Stunna by Fenty Beauty, and a great nude/brown. Fenty beauty, MAC Cosmetics and NYX Cosmetics are my favorite. You can have on a dark colored neutral toned look and spice it up with a deep colored burgundy or brown or have on a jewel tones look and add a red lip for more chicness.

9. A great hairstyle

   In the Fall to still feel stylish and continue to be fashionable you can change up your hair and maybe instead of going dark you can do highlights and look into colors like brown or blonde or even some reds just to brighten up your face and give you a fresher look. Going with brighter colors in your clothing choices and beauty products allow for you to not get into gloomy and being down while the weather gets colder. Also not only can you implement some bright color but you can also do a cut if you’re looking for a new look. A new look also may be the change you need to make you feel refreshed inside.

10. Pant suit

    A great pant suit has always been one of my favs but it is definitely on the fashion forecast for the Fall and the Winter. It is another piece or look that is usually viewed as being masculine but looks great on women too. A great pant suit can be tailored to fit great in the right areas and still give you the sophisticated and chic masculine yet feminine look that you desire. I suggest having a great suit in the neutral colors but also a great suit in colors like pink, red or green look amazing too. You can purchase your suit as a full set or each piece separately, it all depends on your preference and what you find when shopping. You can thrift or purchase a suit low-end or high-end. (Thrifting the jacket and then getting it tailored to fit your body is cost effective and still looks great. Also a little tip, shoulder pads look great especially if you decide to go with the oversized blazer look.

11. Blouse

    As I previously mentioned (in #3 Great Bottoms) when it gets cold outside your bottom options usually start to become limited and even though you may have different pairs you may find yourself wearing the same style of pants due to comfortability and they are suitable for the weather but one thing that you can do to make sure that you don’t look like you’re wearing the same thing everyday is to have amazing blouses, from blouses with great necklines, texture (leather, snakeskin, lace), amazing sleeves (such as balloon sleeves), ruffles, bows, different colors etc. A great blouse can do great things for limited wardrobe options when its cold out and you can find great options any and everywhere.

12. Boots and Flats

    So a main dilemma that I usually encounter in the Fall and Winter when it comes to choosing outfits are shoe options. When its raining and snowing outside I always end up resorting to the same boots or shoes which changes my outfits to be certain things or being tainted by bad shoe choices. But if you’re like me you need to invest in more cute flats and boots , because all I have is a bunch of heels and those aren’t always functional shoes when it comes to doing a lot of running throughout the day (which is when your good quality tote bag comes into play to hold your change of shoes). When looking through your closet to examine what you need for the new season if you have a lot of clothes that you can wear then focus on getting shoes to go with them.

Bringing out the fur vests!

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Vest: Forever 21// Shirt: Forever 21// Skirt: Forever 21// Shoes: Shiekh Shoes//

You know its Fall when you start bringing out the fur vests! I love all things fur and now the weather is changing and it's really fall so it's time to bring out all of your fur vests, jackets and accessories (real fur or faux)! I got this vest from Forever 21 last year and I love it, it's super long and has pockets(which is always a plus for me), since it's a vest it doesn't have sleeves but you can always layer with it so that its better for those really cold days. Fur is always so versatile and can go with anything, on this particular day I paired the vest with a t-shirt dress that I just tucked in and a really cute grey skirt and these black and white heels. The 'F' in Fall stands for FUR so get you some so you can slay your Fall and Winter looks!

Mixing Mauves

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Bodysuit: Windsor// Skirt: Windsor// Shoes: Lolashoetique

It is now fall and I'm ready for all of the great fashions and fall textures! Fall is my favorite season not only because of the weather and things to do but besides the Spring and Winter it is the best season for fashion. I decided to be matchy matchy (which is something I rarely do) and it worked, I paired a long sleeve turtleneck bodysuit with a suede skirt and shoes that just so happen to be the exact same color as my shirt. I loved this outfit and loved the fact that the skirt was suede! Fall is your time to get fun with fashion while still trying to be warm enough for the weather!