Fall 2014 - Sangria and Gold

Now that we're solidly into fall, it's time to break out the bold, rich colors that remind us of comfort and luxury.  I'm really digging the combination of sangria and gold at the moment - so classic and sophisticated.

1. Old Navy satin boho blouse  2. Neutrogena MoistureSmooth Color Stick in "Soft Raspberry"  3. LOFT floral scarf  4. Old Navy pixie pants 

5. Zoya nail polish in "Aubrey" 6. Fossil "Preston" colorblock purse  7. Albeit lipstickin "Bordeaux" from Anthropologie  8. "Elsa" scalloped ballet flats from Payless

Which of these bold, classy pieces is your favorite?

Linking Up:

Manic Monday at More Pieces of Me and The Daily Express

Passion 4 Fashion at Rachel the Hat

Style Sessions at Style Elixir

Style to Inspire with Rhea Et Cetera and Life in the Fash Lane

Style: Memorial Day Nautical Fashion Inspiration

The unofficial beginning of summer is officially less than a week away. Whether you're hitting the beach or hitting up sales, this season's popular nautical-inspired fashions and accessories are perfect for Memorial Day - patriotic, classic, and picnic-perfect.

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1. J. Crew Factory anchor swimsuit  2. Express anchor earrings (similar) 
3. Old Navy canvas rope tote  4. GAP striped top (similar)
 5. Keds for Kate Spade cork sneakers  6. Merona chino shorts from Target

Linking Up With:
Funday Monday at Still Being Molly
Style Sessions at Style Elixir
Casual Friday at Two Thirty-Five Designs

Fall Must-Have: Down Vest (Save or Splurge)

The first thing on my wish list this fall is a down vest in a fun color.  Lucky for shopping addicts like me, there are down vests in beautiful berry shades at every price point.

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1. Wal-Mart frosty dot puffer vest 2. Old Navy frost-free vest
3. Eddie Bauer year-round vest  4. J. Crew Factory quilted puffer vest

Steeper or Cheaper: Swiss Dot Chiffon Blouses

J. Crew Chiffon Dot Top (out of stock)

J. Crew Factory Dotted Keyhole Top in navy, Dublin green (shown) and ivory

Old Navy Swiss Dot Chiffon Top in wine, navy, white, coral, and lagoon (shown)

One of my favorite purchases so far this season has been a Swiss dot chiffon blouse.  It's a little bohemian, but still very ladylike, and super versatile.  I snagged mine at Old Navy, and felt very proud of myself when I saw a very similar shirt for a hundred dollars more on the J. Crew website.  The J. Crew blouse is now out of stock online but may still be available in stores; as far as I can tell what the J. Crew and J. Crew factory versions have going for them that the Old Navy version doesn't are a thicker fabric (ON's blouse is super sheer and must be worn with a cami) and nicer cuffs - the Old Navy ones are elastic; both J. Crew version feature a hemmed cuff and button.  Old Navy offers the style in a wider range of colors.  For a teacher's salary and wardrobe, the Old Navy version hits the spot!