Look: Moto Jacket + Moody Dress + Booties

One of my fave modern classic pairings for Fall is a dark, moody, sometimes floral dress paired with a black leather moto jacket and pointed toe booties.  It’s really the only time of year we can get away with comfortably pairing these pieces– and it is def one of my go-to looks.  I’m pretty sure all of you guys have some version of each of these pieces already in your closet–it’s just a matter of pairing them all together.  For instance, I’ve worn this dress maaannyyyy times before; its a staple in my wardrobe– its the Urban Outfitters “witchy t-shirt dress”, and it comes in at least 5 different colors and patterns, this dark moody floral being my fave for fall.  I topped this look off with a chunky, silver, chain-mail style necklace from Baublebar(sold out, similar here), pointed toe grey booties from Tibi, and a few of my everyday gold bangles (love mixing metals!)
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Booties: Tibi (sold out, similar options linked below!) Petite Shopping Tote: Chanel

I’ve scouted a few similar options as far as moody fall dresses, the perfect black moto jacket (mine worn above is Mango from a few seasons ago), and pointed toe booties at varying price points!

Try out this look this week, while we can still bare our legs!

xo, ❤

Christine

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Mix Must: Mustard Colored Pieces

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Mustard– a condiment I avoid at all costs, a color I can’t get enough of.  Its super flattering on brunettes, but can be worn by anyone really if it’s the right tone– just make sure the shade you choose isn’t too similar to your skin/hair color.  I’ve been adding lots of mustard colored pieces to my wardrobe this season; above, a few other pieces I love.
Happy shopping!
xo, ❤
Christine

Topshop beige dress
nordstrom.com

Zara dress
zara.com

Topshop jacket
nordstrom.com

Zara skirt
zara.com

Zara flat shoes
zara.com

3 1 Phillip Lim brown leather purse
$760 – shopbop.com

Vince leather crossbody
bloomingdales.com

Wearing Lately: Recent Fall Looks

So I’ve been super busy at school and have totally been slacking on posts…but here are a few recent looks I’ve worn and posted on Insta with details on where to buy! Fall is my favorite “fashion season” because the layering and combo possibilities seem endless — hope you guys find some inspiration below!

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I wore this look on a trip out east last weekend, to a brewery and apple/pumpkin picking…the boyfriend jeans are Denim and Supply by Ralph Lauren, snakeskin loafers are from ASOS, and the maroon sweater is from Madewell (old, but similar here).  My go to leather moto jacket is from Mango last season, but Zara makes a similar one at the same price point here!

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This bandana print dress is a recent Zara score, and at only $30, its super affordable too! I layered it with my fave grey Rag and Bone Newbury booties, and my black moto jacket, so the look didn’t skew too “western”.

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Here they are again; my fave year-round-staple, THE Madewell overalls! This time, for the cooler weather and a work-appropriate update, I layered a tissue thin black turtleneck from J. Crew underneath and added these neon pink pumps, also from J. Crew (old, but similar here).

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Today was a chilly Sunday, and to me, there is no color “comfier” than grey, am I right!? So I went monochromatic for brunch with Tim, in ripped grey skinnies from Topshop, a Topshop light grey sweater (last year’s, similar here), my grey Chloe Faye, and my gold tipped Aldo sneaks (on sale!!!).

Have an awesome weekend guys!

xo, ❤

Christine

Ways to Wear: Fave Fall Combo

Quick Friday post for you guys, in case you have some fun plans this weekend and need an outfit idea! One of my favorite new combos for Fall is a turtleneck sweater paired with a 70s A-line mini (preferably in a fun texture, material or print) and anchored by pointed toe ankle booties.  Add a flat, structured, medium sized bag with a long strap, and this look can literally take you anywhere– I’ll wear it to work, to parties, for dinner and drinks…it can be interpreted as casual or dressy as you make it.  I love that it’s a fresh take on a skirt-top-and-boots combination; and one that we haven’t seen a whole lot of yet– and I bet you guys already have at least two of the four required pieces in your closets! I wore a similar look (but with lace up sandals) to a bridal shower last weekend:
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Shop similar items below and def try out this look!
xo, ❤
Christine
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